Seven Oaks Elementary School

Posted: March 21, 2026

My son attended Seven Oaks and we were very happy with the school. We went to several school events and enjoyed the Science Fair a great deal. They also did a great job with his speech therapy. My one critique is that arrival and dismissal can be a challenge, but that has a lot to do with a small parking lot. The school has really come along since we have lived here.

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Posted: August 27, 2025

I would recommend this school. Teachers, administrators and counselors care for their students. The current principal is doing a good job, so much better than past years’.I don’t feel strong about the math and science curriculum, but that’s not under the control of the school.

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Posted: October 10, 2023

We Transferred from PG County. comparison to PG this school is much better, professional environment, I see a very bright future for my kids. teachers are awesome!

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It is the best elementary school in this area.

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Posted: August 29, 2023

School administration changed for the worse, including faculty bringing a gun to campus, we believe our child was forcibly grabbed by an adult, and the school did not help us transfer. The administration did not listen and was condescending, rude, unhelpful, and discriminatory.

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Posted: February 9, 2023

If I could shut down that school I would. Everyday I see children crying during dismissal time. When there’s an issue there is no response or resolution. If you want to talk to the principal about an issue you need to have an appointment which I understand but they never get back to you. The staff at the front office are rude.

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Posted: June 3, 2022

I was not happy with this school administration or the staff. They want to educate the student academically instead of socially and emotionally. To fully educate a student all facets must be taken in consideration and they are not.

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Posted: December 4, 2021

The leadership at this school sets everyone up for failure. The leadership at this school sets everyone in the whole community up for failure.

Teachers and staff aren't supported by leadership. Front staff is heavily abused by leadership and undertrained, which trickles down and comes off as highly unprofessional interactions with the community and staff.

Parents abuse staff TERRIBLY and Administrators do nothing about it, so they continue and those who push the hardest get whatever they want.

Teachers do not stay because, other than the kids and a few families who are truly amazing, there is no reason to stay. The community doesn't take the school seriously, Leadership is talked about in the aacps community as highly unprofessional and undeserving the kids and staff.

When staff leaves, even when staff gets great observations, they are given poor recommendations from some Administrators out of spite.

Students don't know anyone in leadership(including the school counselor) because leadership wants nothing to do with them. They do not even say hello to students in the hall.

Students with IEPs tend to clumped into classrooms, so other students truly have little chance to learn and the students with the IEPs do not have their least restrictive environment at all.

Not a pleasant place at all to be AT ALL(as someone who has spent some time around the school as an employee in various capacities).

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Posted: July 27, 2020

Transfer from PG County Schools. In comparison this school is a breath of fresh air!

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The Principal and staff are very involved with the students. Positive environment

Posted: January 14, 2020

not too good. It's a small school and can be better.

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Posted: July 10, 2017

My daughters completed their first year at this school, and their teacher was wonderful Mrs. Jett and Mrs. O and Mrs Garvey really care about the kids and it shows. My daughters will be returning for 1st grade this year and I hope we will continue to have a positive experience at Seven Oaks

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I had issues with bullying, initially, and was told to contact the school boards website. There is a form to complete and once this is done the Leadership at the school contacts you. I got a call the next day at 11 am and was told I would have a resolution before COB. At 3pm I got a call with a reasonable resolution. I have 2 children and in both cases the teachers were awesome. They made themselves available to me and they cared about my children. I have been treated kindly by the front office staff every time I attended the school. I have children who are in my care due to a hardship and the school Nurse helped me to get glasses and to figure out how to get medication that my child needed to take at school. The Nurse's office was even caring and considerate of my children. It has not been an easy year for the children but certainly I have to say that the Seven Oaks staff were like a village for me. I am truly grateful for their support!

Posted: February 16, 2017

My stepdaughter is being bullied by a boy in her class. My husband has spoken with the administration, did bully reports etc and nothing is being done by the school. I expect my children to be able to go to school to learn and feel safe in the learning environment but that's not the case here. The school offers to help nor do they try to help to protect those being bullied.

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Posted: December 13, 2016

All four of my boys have attending this school. We have welcomed three pioneer principals, various teachers and a few counselors. Every one of my boys enjoy their experiences with their teachers. Each of them strive to instill character, morals and sound values in the children. They indeed work towards excellence. Communication with staff is great and the homework, projects and field trips are all relative to the instruction the children are learning. Undoubtedly my favorite elementary school!

Posted: December 13, 2016

Zero tolerance for bullying or any acts leading to bullying.

Posted: December 13, 2016

I'm not certain about this area but I'm sure they are supportive of all students learning disabilities.

Posted: December 13, 2016

It is often said a good team begins with a good, strong leader. This has been demonstrated over and over at this school.

Posted: December 13, 2016

The educators at Seven Oaks encourage the students to do their best in every thing they do. They teach them the reasons for having integrity and exhibit the highest levels of respect and it is reciprocated.

Posted: December 13, 2016

Communication is the key to success. Every educator, secretary, etc. use awesome communication skills

Posted: December 13, 2016

The homework relative to the classroom instruction.

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Posted: October 6, 2016

Both of my children have gone to Seven Oaks. My son is now in 8th grade and my daughter is in her last year at Seven Oaks. Myself and my children have had great experiences since 2008. For the most part the teachers care, have open communication, differentiate, and understand each child's needs. I am very pleased with my children's education at Seven Oaks. I love the community school atmosphere as well.

Posted: June 15, 2016

Both of my sons have gone to this school. My oldest is in high school now and attended Seven Oaks from 2005-2010 when the school was newly built. All of his teachers helped him by setting high behavioral standards, which is what he needed most. My youngest son has completed Kindergarten and 1st grade at SO and his teachers have been excellent. They always communicated well by sending notes home, email, and fliers. My sons have really enjoyed their time at Seven Oaks.

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Posted: August 17, 2015

The children are taught not to plagiarize at an early stage something some college students find difficult to conform with. There are times the children bring school work home and they would not let me see or check it out because their teachers told them that was cheating if their parents helped them.

Posted: August 17, 2015

All my children at one time or the other attended Seven Oaks Elementary from almost its inception till date. I did not care much for the school when my eldest started in 2005 because the teachers did not know how to care for my child, it was a gruesome time for us but as soon as the siblings started I have had nothing but fun times, with great teachers and activities that made me see the school in a different light. I am shocked at the review of 6 out of 10 because the students at least in my children's classes; kindergarten, third grade and fifth grade were brilliant and almost all the students in the classes received honors all through the year. The teachers also appeared to have fun doing their jobs and communication was great. People have complained about the principals through the years but I have not had any reason to be in contact with them. I believe the school has gone through 4 principals since 2005. A 6 of 10 is disappointing but my other children would still attend the school this year. It still remains a great school with caring teachers that know how to bring out the best from children who are ready and willing to learn. The school system as a whole in Anne Arundel would not get a great from me when it comes to handling challenging children. The whole experience with my first has been a nightmare.

Posted: August 17, 2015

The teachers were able to bring out the best and help my children become more aware. I feel they have grown and I am sometime taken aback when they express themselves. Something that is missing in their eldest sibling so I guess being willing and ready to learn also plays a part.

Posted: August 17, 2015

This is just because my children finish their homework in 10-15 minutes and then have the whole rest of the day being bored.

Posted: May 17, 2015

My son is finishing his first year at Seven Oaks Elementary as a Kindergartener and this school has been AMAZING. He's grown leaps and bounds during this school year. The teachers he's had have been wonderful. He's learned so much through their STEM program (with Arts integration). We've also been impressed with the PTA and all that they do for the school community. If you're moving to the Odenton area, look no further than Seven Oaks. It is a wonderful community and school! We'll be sad when we eventually have to move!

Posted: February 14, 2015

HI, i will be relocating to the area and I had read mix review about the school, most of them based on the new principal. Can anyone please add how is the current situation?

Posted: December 11, 2014

This school has been an amazing addition to our family. My child has learned so so much, the staff and the parents are very involved. If you are thinking about moving to Seven Oaks think no more SEVEN OAKS ELEMENTARY is the BEST!!!!!!

Posted: May 10, 2014

I have two kids that attend this school and it has been nothing short of excellent. The staff members are very involved and do great with the kids. The facility is clean and only a few years old. Bottom line this is an excellent school and one of the best in the county.

Posted: May 2, 2014

I have two children that attend this school. A 5th grader and a 2nd grader. My children love the school and I love seven oaks. We have a strong community bond and a strong PTA. Parents are very involved and the staff keeps the children engaged. A lot has changed since the new administration but all in all their have been good positive changes. Seven oaks is the first STEAM school in Maryland and the new principal has been recognized for the changes he has made. The kids are eager to learn. My experience at seven oaks has been nothing but positives.

Posted: October 23, 2013

Seven Oaks is a safe, clean and forward thinking educational institution! Great faculty, staff and parents!

Posted: October 8, 2013

seven oaks elementary is a wonderful school.my 8 and 10 year old attend it.the faculty is respectable and the teachers are a great help and teach new ways to solve problems every day.

Posted: September 11, 2013

Seven Oaks Elementary is truly a great school. This is my child 3rd year there and we are truly happy. I can say EVERYONE that work there are great and truly care about each child.

Posted: September 10, 2013

I have no comment at this time as my grandchildren just started at this school 2 weeks ago.

Posted: September 2, 2013

This school is incredible! The principal has a clear vision of what a true arts-integrated STEAM school is. His leadership and the dedication of the highly-qualified staff are bringing the school into the 21st century. Any child would be benefitted by attending Seven Oaks. They truly care about the needs of ALL children. It would be great to see the parent support piece of the program grow even stronger. This school is going places!

Posted: June 27, 2013

I give the school a 4 out of 5 mainly because of the new principle. As in he is the only reason I would hesititate on giving the last star. The last principle was wonderful and you would see her after school walking along the main road, and actually conversing with the students and parents. She was always personable and friendly. If there was an issue, she knew how to handle it at the lowest level. I was proud to say that I was never called into her office for any of my kids in the first 5 years with this school. In the last 4 months of school this year, I was in the new principle's office at least 3 times. Now this is partially my son's fault and partially because the teacher (who had just returned from baby leave and didn't seem to care to get to know her students after missing the first half of the year), but while in the office, I found his tougher than you attitude and gruff manner off-putting and unprofessional. Aside from the one teacher (who should probably just stay at home if that is what she wants) and the new principle, I would recommend this school to anyone moving to this area just keep your nose clean and avoid the principle like the plague.

Posted: June 26, 2013

I really like the school, however I am not very impressed with the new principal that was placed at the school this year.This school was rated a 9 out of 10.

Posted: May 20, 2013

Hello Seven Oaks Parents, Can someone please provide an update on how the school is? I am considering moving to the area. Thank you

Posted: May 1, 2012

My son has been going for the last 2 years. He is now in 1st grade (soon to be 2nd) and LOVES IT!!! The teachers stay in constant communication. (Huge S/O to Mrs. Church & Mrs. Ganey!) There is plenty of parent participation, The staff is friendly and secuirty to get into the shool is AWESOME!!! THEY Scan ID's!!! The curriculum is the best I've seen and when our family moves (husband in the military) this school will surely be missed!!

Posted: March 4, 2012

My daughter attends kindergarten here and it has been a wonderful experience. I have had the opportunity to work with her class on several occasions and each time the teacher was very warm and welcoming. We are moving before the school year is up and my daughter is sad because she loves her school. I highly recommend Seven Oaks Elementary and hope that our experience with our new school is just as good.