my children have been going to Artspace for two years now and they hahavehave learned so much. and the staff there is so wonderful and helpful to everyone of those students because every one of them interact with everyone I highly recommend this pamela Stamford read more

ArtSpace is an amazing school. The were one of the best public schools in North Carolina a few years in a row. I have two children that graduated from ArtSpace, went on to attend honors classes in high school. I now have one attending college and one about to go into the Coast Guard. They also both still have lifelong friends that they were able to establish friendships with at ArtSpace. ArtSpace does a great job of prepping students to go on and be successful individuals! I truly cherish what ArtSpace has brought to our family! read more

I have two children in ArtSpace currently and we Love it! They are thriving and love each class they are in. With Music, Dance, Theater, Tech. & Art at their core. We can't wait for the 2023/2024 school year when we start 1st & 2nd grade!! Both of my children are different style learners. They both are coming home reading and excited telling me all about what they have learned each day. I feel very confident with the wonderful teachers and staff at ArtSpace. I have been contacted and informed every step of the way if anything has ever happened to my children. Thank you for all the heart you put into our children each day! We have been with Artspace for two years now read more

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My first grader broke a bone in the middle of the school day. He encountered many adults including after care. Not one person called to tell me that he had hurt himself and broke a bone. I came to pick up my son at 5. He was forced to walk on his broken ankle the rest of the day and during after care. 6 weeks later he was told to do PE even though he told his teacher his mom said not to because of his ankle. Instead of listening to the student who was still on crutches and wearing a boot, or even calling me they made him participate in PE. He tripped over a ball and broke his ankle again in the same spot. Again the entire staff failed to call me and say he hurt his ankle again. He even asked to sit down and asked for ice so they knew he was hurting. When I went in to talk to the principal she was "too busy" to speak with me. This is beyond unacceptable I would never put my child into this school. Only plus side is their insurance covered our bills if that counts as a plus side. read more

We transferred from one of the city magnet schools hoping for more arts integration, and really, there are no more arts at this school than any other public school in the area. This year so far: Just one (1) school-wide performance/musical; only three (3) class field trips; just two (2) visiting artists have come to the school; two (2) performance troupes from other countries (very enjoyable). Four different art teachers this year alone. No group music opportunities for younger kids. It just seems that the school puffs itself up for its arts emphasis, and well, I have been underwhelmed by what *actually* takes place. There are no opportunities to learn other languages, no options for advanced learning for younger kids (if any at all). The Student Council exists, but they rarely meet or do anything. Homework is minimal and ridiculously simple. My child is not academically challenged at this school. I'm sure we can all acknowledge that NC public schools suffer from poor funding, I really do get this but fundraising efforts at ArtSpace are constant and the nickel-and-diming really gets oppressive. Lots of pressure on families to give, give and give some more - buy this, buy stuff for your classroom, ask your relatives/friends/neighbors to donate for X causes, and really, it's just never ending. And forget about any anti-bullying program. Our child endured very disturbing and physically intrusive behaviors from a classmate which was an ongoing source of stress for our family and despite our best efforts e.g. following school protocol, talking with teachers and ultimately going to the administration, nothing was ever done about it, no consequences for the other kid, no preventive measures enacted, nothing. At this point, our child only goes there for logistical purposes until we can find a better solution. ArtSpace is entirely overrated!! read more

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With three children currently enrolled at ArtSpace Charter School I can attest that it is a amazing school. While each of my children are different learners they have all thrived at ArtSpace. The school truly integrates the arts into all aspects of the curriculum, which I feel results in more retention and greater engagement. read more