Creekside Elementary

Posted: February 28, 2025

We chose this school, excited to come into an environment that we were told was welcoming and focused on student achievement. But this is the opposite of what those reviews stated . This school is ran on ideas from 10+ years ago. The staff is uninterested in new ideas, completely fine with being mediocre at best, and do whatever it takes to keep parents out of the classroom. If you can decide where to go do not choose this school. At least not under this administration. I was once an educator and understand firsthand what it takes to be a great teacher and trust me these teachers don’t have what it takes to make students resilient, encourage their future schooling, and foster a love of learning. To provide even further example to support my review, the kindergarten students were reading books that have been proven insufficient for teaching reading. During my time volunteering I witnessed two highly incompetent teacher assistance, running an intervention where they had zero ability to keep the children focused let alone retaining any information. While serving on their PTO, the teachers that were on the board refused to do any extracurricular activities to promote learning or to enhance the schools ability to provide a better education/environment,. When I suggested certain initiatives to support the students and their learning, the teachers voted every single one down and instead wanted to use the 10,000 dollars of the 13,000 PTO budget on their own class needs instead of focusing on the school needs as a whole. As one teacher put it during a meeting to which I stepped down afterwards because of the clear selfishness “ I know it sounds bad, but this is what we have always done and we need to continue to do so”. Which should be Creekside’s mission statement since they stand more by that than their current one. This school is appalling in the way the staff conducts themselves towards the students, parents and each other.

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Posted: September 21, 2022

Kids with disabilities Do Not Go Here. Treated bad and different.

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Posted: October 25, 2014

This is an amazing school! My two children have attended for 3 years, one is in second grade the other is fifth. My oldest is autistic and in the EC program. The entire school supports him and he is so loved and at home. My youngest is initially struggled with reading and writing but his teachers worked with me to develop a PEP and now he is performing above grade level. The principal is accessible and friendly. The PTO is also very strong and does a lot for the school, including a sizable teacher reimbursement which helps attract the areas best teachers. It is no doubt the best elementary school in Craven County.

Posted: July 8, 2013

My children attended this school for four years. I will say the staff works very hard to accomplish everything the state requires plus creating a fun atmosphere for the children. We never had difficulty working out issues with the staff; they are very open to making accommodations when possible. The cafeteria staff is also very warm and friendly. They are willing to work with you if you have special dietary requirements. We are very sad that we must move, due to the military. The area we now live in is greatly below the quality education that Creekside provided.

Posted: February 9, 2013

This is our first year at Creekside and so far so good! The staff is wonderful and my child is doing wonderfully. Can't ask for a better school!

Posted: October 17, 2012

My child is a Kindergartner at Creekside and I have nothing but great things to say about the campus and faculty! We are a military family and they really take into consideration the constant changes our child will endure relocating often and we appreciate this very much. The school spirit and community involvement make this one of the best schools in Craven County.

Posted: August 21, 2011

Wonderful School. Both my Children attended and have go onto do well in middle School. Teachers are wonderful. Facility 2 years new and well maintained. We are military. Best elementary school by far in New Bern. As of Aug 2011, the location shown on the Google map is incorrect. The address is correct, but the map location is way off. School is located at the corner of Old Airport Rd and Landscape Drive. Closest Communities are Carolina Colours and Evans Mill. Taberna is about 1 mile to the north.

Posted: June 15, 2011

My kids are receiving a great education and the school provides a great environment. We

Posted: May 24, 2010

As a PTO member I can assure you, we get no input on your child's teacher. We are simply there because we believe in the school and want to help it grow and be better. I would also encourage you to go straight to Mrs. Abbey Whitford the next time you hear someone on the staff openly talking negatively about another member of the Creekside Family. As principal, she will not stand for this one minute. I encourage you to come back to a PTO meeting and see what we are really all about. I spend a minimum of 45 minutes a day in the school every day before I head to my office. I do this, not only to help my child's teacher but also to stay involved with the school and see first hand what is happening. I encourage all parents to do the same. Jami Turner, PTO VP

Posted: May 24, 2010

I have read some of the post we are military and moved here last year and have seen a drastic change over the year. I will say that if you are from out of state the services the kids recieve compared to other states is terrible. I have attend a couple PTO meetings but, have made the choice not to be involved. I do not know any of the board members but, must say I don't see a who's who among parents or in crowd at the school. What has bothered me in the school is the staff members who feel they can openly talk badly about other staff members, parents including members of the PTO and children. I try not to believe rumors but, have heard that many people on the PTO are there because they get inputs on their child's teacher.

Posted: March 18, 2010

Terrible, I went to this school and was a student there for only half a year, but they didn't help me too well, the other kids always teased me or called me names, I have ADHD, so this school isn't meant for kids with ADHD like me at all, it isn't the right kind of school for us.

Posted: March 16, 2010

Wow! You really shouldn't feel that way. There is no 'in crowd' go to a PTO meetings or the teacher to get involved. I am not on the PTO board but, we are all members. They will make you feel warm and welcome.

Posted: March 15, 2010

I have a 2nd grader and a Kindergartener attending Creekside. We have absolutely loved this school. As a military family moving into NC, we found a home specifically zoned for Creekside. The teachers and principals are outstanding! The facilities are clean and conducive to learning. Technology plays a big role in my daughter's learning environment as well. The principal and counseling office gear programs and sessions specifically geared to help meet the needs of military families by providing workshops and additional check-ins for students with deployed parents. GREAT school!!

Posted: April 9, 2008