We hope all of our Owls continue to read over the summer and participate in our Summer Reading Challenge! Whether you read by the pool, under a tent, or curled up on a rainy afternoon it’s a great way to spend time this summer in a good book!
Summer Hours
During the summer months, the school office is open Monday-Wednesday from 7:30am - 5:30pm and 7:30am - 5:00pm on Thursdays. We are closed on Fridays. School tours are held every Thursday at 1:00pm and there is no need to sign up! Please just bring your ID to check in at the front desk.
Registrations
If you need to register a student for the coming school year, please log into Parent Backpack to complete the registration ASAP. Supporting documents can be uploaded there as well or brought into the school office.
School Supply List
It's never too early to get ready for next year! Here is the 2025-26 School Supply list.
Back to School Dates
Meet the Teacher - August 6, 2025
4:00-5:00 = Last names A-K
5:00-6:00 = Last names L-Z
First Day of School
August 11, 2025
For the children,
Dr. Phillip Reavis
Oakview's Summer Reading Challenge
We challenge you to complete 10 missions on the Summer Reading Challenge Sheet this summer! Turn in your sheet with a parent signature to Mrs. McNeill by August 19th to join the celebration on August 22nd.
2025-26 School Supply List
It's never too early to get ready for the next school year!
PTA is once again offering pre-packaged School Supply Kits (according to Oakview's lists). Order now and get your supply shopping done with one click! Supplies will be shipped directly to Oakview and will be in your child’s classroom for the first day of school. Order online by July 1st.
Bus Request Forms for 2025-26
Students requesting new bus transportation for the 25-26 school year must complete the 2025-26 Transportation Request Form below. Please submit your request by July 11, 2025 to be routed for the first day of school. Forms should be submitted if student is new or if address, school, or mode of transportation has changed.
Forms must be turned into the Oakview front office in person or by email to mbooth@greenville.k12.sc.us if bus transportation is needed for the 25-26 school year.
K5 & 1st Grade Registration Open for 2025-26
We look forward to welcoming you to Oakview! Please register now so schools have the correct number of teachers and all preparations are made to welcome your child.
Children who will be five years old on or before September 1 of the current year must enroll in public or private kindergarten unless the parent or legal guardian signs a waiver (Kindergarten Non-Attendance Form).
Any child who will be six years old on or before September 1 of the current year must enroll in first grade. Students who are currently enrolled in a GCS 4K or 5K program do not need to register.
NOTE: Pursuant to GCS Board Policy JBC, students who have completed private kindergarten or waived kindergarten and who will be 6 on or before September 1 of the school year will be placed in 1st grade. For the school to consider a kindergarten placement for a 6 year old child, the parent must provide information related to the “extenuating circumstances” that may exist.
The following circumstances do not constitute “extenuating circumstances":
- Child has a late birthday
- Child Find services were provided during preschool years
- Needs more time to mature and is not ready for K5
- A boy
- A sibling was retained
- Has trouble separating from the parent
If you have questions regarding enrollment at Oakview, please contact Oakview's Attendance Clerk at 864-355-7102. We are happy to answer any questions!
Back to School Vaccine Clinics
SC DPH Vaccination Clinics will be available this summer for rising 5K–High School students:
- May 22, 2025
- June 10th, 2025
- July 8th, 2025
- August 5, 2025
Vaccination clinics will be by appointment only, available between 8:30am-4:00pm. Please call 1-855-472-3432 to schedule an appointment.
2025 U.S. News & World Report Best Elementary Schools in S.C.
Oakview Elementary has earned a spot in the 2025 U.S. News & World Report Best Elementary Schools rankings. Oakview has consistently ranked in the top 25 out of 997 elementary and middle schools across South Carolina. This recognition reflects the school’s commitment to academic excellence and its supportive learning environment. Congratulations Oakview Owls!
Oakview Elementary School Renewal Plan
Every five years, Oakview Elementary School develops a School Renewal Plan to improve its programs and outcomes for students. The plan is updated annually as required by the Early Childhood Development and Academic Assistance Act of 1993 (S.C. Code Ann §59-139-05 et seq.), the Education Accountability Act of 1998 (S.C. Code Ann §59-18-1300, 1310, and 1510) and the State Board of Education Regulation 43-261. Take a look at the current plan to learn more!
Oakview Earns EXCELLENT Overall Rating on 2023-2024 SC School Report Card
Each year, School and District Report Cards are posted on the South Carolina Department of Education’s (SCDE's) website. Not to be confused with student report cards, these Report Cards provide information about each school and district, including test performance, teacher qualifications, student safety, awards, parent involvement and much more. See the full report
- 84.8% of Oakview students scored Meet or Exceeds on SC Ready ELA
- 83.8% of Oakview students scored Meet or Exceeds on SC Ready Math
Greenville County School Student Calendars
Bell Schedule
7:00am - Breakfast
7:30am - Classroom doors open
7:45am - School day begins & students must be in seats
2:15pm - Dismissal
515 Godfrey Road ♦ Simpsonville, S.C. 29681 ♦ 864-355-7100 ♦ FAX: 864-355-7115
