Area-Schools

Back to School in Chester County

August 12, 2010
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Chester County Schools are about to be bustling with students again soon. Back to school dates for public schools are noted below along with the district websites – if you need school supply lists – check out the school sites, most have them online. Don’t forget to watch out for school buses and students…. and [...]

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Day 17: East Ward School Playground, Downingtown PA

April 2, 2010
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Downingtown, PA is home to the East Ward School Playground and provides lots of fun for all ages !

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Chester County School of Government

September 6, 2009

Sometimes there is something really good that happens along for *FREE*. I was visiting the Chester County Government website and saw notification of a free Government Class offered on Tuesdays for seven weeks. I know I care more than I did during my high school Government class – it would be fun to learn the how’s, why’s, who’s, and what’s. [West Chester Courthouse]

Here is the lowdown….

* Tuesdays 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
* September 15th – November 10th, 2009
* Led by Chester County Elected Officials
* Topics include: Parks and Recreation, Human Services, Health & Environmental Health, the Justice System, Emergency Services, Planning, Library System and Voter Services
* 601 Westtown Rd in West Chester at the Chester County Government Service Center
* Limited Space! Email SchoolofGovernment@chesco.org or call 610-344-3404

If you happen to attend and have anything you’d like the readers of West of Philly Burbs informed on – let me know – there might be opportunity for a guest post !

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Schools in Chester County

August 5, 2009

Research Begins…

Many times before moving to a new area, a lot of research is done. One of the most common requests we get is information on the different schools. We would never steer you to any particular school or school district, however support the necessity for you to get as much information on each school before choosing an area to move.

Chester County School Districts

Here are the public school districts in Chester County. For more information like, “When does school start?” or “Where can I find some high school football schedules?” – click on the individual school districts sites below.

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