Bergman Academy

I think it is great because when our family moved to Iowa we started going to Eason Elementary School but they didn't give my son homework for TWO WEEKS! So then we made a change and found a school named Bergman Academy and I thought it was cool that it was in the Old Science Centre. And right when my son attended they gave my son LOTS of HOMEWORK. In Conclusion, I hope whoever is reading this letter will attend that Wonderful School! 😋
5 9 years ago (01-10-2016)

This is our fourth year at Bergman and we have 2 children enrolled. This school is absolutely amazing! We were drawn in by the small class sizes, high academic standards and diversity of the student body. We have been blown away by the Bergman family as a whole. Never have I met a more dedicated, hard working or sincere group of educators, administrators, parents and children. EVERY staff member here, no matter their specific role, has been consistently great. They know our kids. They know us. These teachers are constantly advancing in their fields and finding ways to connect and inspire. Communication is top notch and I am always impressed by the teacher's "fine tuning" of individual children's learning experiences during the year. That can only be accomplished by a teacher who really knows their students, how they learn best and then takes the time to make changes. They do that here. The community here is extremely diverse in every way and differences are respected, celebrated and expected. Bergman is educating global citizens in a fun, positive and supportive way right in the middle of a beautiful park, in a soon to be even better ( and bigger) building. We drive over 20 minutes to attend Bergman Academy and cannot imagine a better choice for education here in Des Moines.
5 10 years ago (04-09-2015)

Bergman Academy has been a great fit for our family! The students are celebrated every day for their accomplishments...including community engagement. The culture is robust and the students are challenged to reach their individual full potential every day. The curriculum teaches that progress toward continuous improvement until the desired outcome is obtained is the biggest success of all - the learning journey. We love the classroom ratio and the committment to fairness and thoughtfulness - all while behaviour excellence is of upmost importance.
5 9 years ago (02-05-2016)

I was disappointed with the poor quality of instruction and an abusive teacher. My complaints were not listened to (starting last October) and I finally decided to leave Bergman. We are now very happy at Greenwood Elementary and have an excellent teacher - much improved. Interesting fact - my son's teacher at Greenwood tutors Bergman students that are falling behind in her free time! My only regret is that we did not leave Bergman sooner.
1 10 years ago (24-03-2016)

Hands down the best school in Des Moines. We've had our daughter enrolled since preschool. She'll be a 6th grader this year and we think the quality of her education is outstanding. Smallest class sizes in Des Moines. The Iowa Assessment scores for the school speak for themselves.
5 9 years ago (15-08-2016)