Too much homework on weekends. just want to have fun on my weekends which are already short enough…read moreand then, I have to do homework. Like, what do they think we students want, Yay! I get to do Homework instead of play with my friends on this beautiful, sunny, weekend day! Like, Come on! we don't want homework on weekends. other than that, Decent school. except they are also very picky about weather, Think you have a snow day, BAM, school tomorrow. Have fun learning while everyone else is out of school. Other than that, Decent school

Great school! Beautiful campus. Both of my kids are getting a top notch education with teachers…read morethat really are incredible and admin that are involved and kind. Be warned though, they take education very seriously. Your child will be doing a good deal of schoolwork. But for us, it's worth it.

Tried to register my nibbling here and I met the Receptionist and Principal. They assisted me in my…read moreregistration journey and got me going in the right direction. I had to be pretty persistent with them because I was going off information from our previous school and sometimes things get lost in transferring. The information I had wasn't the most accurate but I think my persistence helped in getting the ball rolling. I didn't see much of the school but it overall seems like a great school and I heard great things about it. I would have loved for my nibbling to go there but we were placed at another school. Lake Wylie Elementary 13620 Erwin Road Charlotte, NC 28273 (Review 607 overall, 151 in 2021)

My husband and I love GDS and couldn't be happier with the programming, the faculty and…read moreopportunities for our girls. They were an answer to prayer.

This school has been such a community, and we are very excited to be part of it! Communication in…read morelower school and with administration has been great, everyone is very friendly, and my daughter is so happy.

We had such a wonderful experience with Kiddie Academy Steele Creek! As a first time mom, I was…read moredreading dropping off my infant for her first day of daycare but that dread turned into excitement as soon we walked through the doors. I felt such relief and knew that my baby was in the best hands! The infant room staff (Ms. Aury, Ms. Diamond and Ms. Brandi) are so welcoming and attentive, and truly care about each child's well-being. Every morning, my little baby would smile as soon as she was greeted by Ms. Aury. You could just feel the warmth and love radiating out of the infant room! The facility is new and very clean and we really enjoyed the daily updates and photos we received through the app. This place is very special and we are lucky to have found it. Highly recommend Kiddie Academy Steele Creek to any parent looking for quality childcare in a happy, reliable and loving environment.

From the owner: Kiddie Academy of Steele Creek, an educational daycare in Charlotte, offers age-specific child care…read moreprograms. Our flexible, standard-based curriculum encourages children to progress in school and in life. We pride ourselves in providing a daycare that focuses on developing positive character traits for kids, while providing a nurturing learning environment. Our programs can range from infant and toddler to kindergarten and school age. Read our child care reviews, take a virtual tour and learn more about Kiddie Academy to find the best "daycare near me" for you and your child.

Half a Star - A Disaster in the Making…read more If you're looking for a school where your child's artistic dreams will be crushed under the weight of sheer mediocrity, then Southwest Charlotte STEM Academy (SCSA) is the place for you! From the moment you walk in, you'll be greeted with disorganization, underwhelming facilities, and the kind of lackluster enthusiasm that would make even the most passionate artist want to switch to accounting. The "artistic" programs? Don't even get me started. The theater department seems to think "improvisation" is an excuse for zero preparation, while the music department appears to be run by someone who still believes the flute is a "new" instrument. You'd have better luck finding creative inspiration in a pile of outdated textbooks. And the teachers? Well, let's just say they're more interested in collecting their paycheck than nurturing any actual talent. The level of support for students is akin to a slow-moving glacier--by the time they "help," your child will have long given up on their artistic ambitions. Oh, and don't forget about the building itself--if you like your art school to feel like it was built in 1982 and hasn't been touched since, then you'll feel right at home. The classrooms smell vaguely like regret and dust, and the hallways echo with the sounds of students contemplating their life choices. Would I recommend this place? Only if you want your child to leave feeling like they've been in a creative vacuum for four years. Half a star for effort, but honestly, I wouldn't trust them to teach my pet rock how to perform "Twinkle, Twinkle."

Our experience with SCSA has been extremely disappointing, especially at the middle school level…read more From the outside, the school may appear structured and academically focused, but once you look deeper, you see an environment that is rigid, unsupportive, and frankly unhealthy for students--particularly during the critical middle school years. One of the most troubling aspects is the complete lack of free periods or recess for middle schoolers. These are kids--not adults--and expecting them to sit through class after class all day long with no real mental or physical break is simply unacceptable. There is no time built into the schedule for them to unwind, socialize, get fresh air, or just be kids. This is not only developmentally inappropriate, but also detrimental to their mental health, focus, and overall well-being. The school seems to believe that constant academic pressure equals success, but it's actually creating burnout and anxiety in students who should still be learning how to balance work and rest. Equally concerning is the attitude and behavior of many of the teachers. Rather than fostering a supportive and respectful classroom environment, several teachers come across as impatient, short-tempered, and even rude. Students are often afraid to ask questions because they don't want to be snapped at or dismissed. There is very little emotional support, and little to no effort to build positive relationships with students. It seems like many teachers are overwhelmed, but that should never be taken out on the kids. Discipline and structure are important in any school, but at SCSA, the emphasis on control has completely overshadowed compassion, flexibility, and student engagement. There is little room for creativity, curiosity, or joy. It feels like a place where students are expected to conform and comply, rather than thrive and grow. What's especially frustrating is how resistant the school seems to feedback. Concerns brought to administration are often minimized or brushed aside, and there is a general unwillingness to acknowledge that students are struggling. It feels like parents and students are not being heard, and that's incredibly disheartening. I truly hope SCSA re-evaluates its priorities and starts to put student health, development, and dignity at the center of its mission. Until then, I cannot recommend this school to any family looking for a balanced, respectful, or supportive environment for their child--especially during the middle school years, when those things matter most.

We have been so happy with how the curriculum encourages learning across a wide range of concepts,…read morenot just chunks of independent subject information. The staff and families have all chosen to be a part of Unity so it is an invested, caring community.

Amazing elementary charter school option in South Charlotte for anyone looking for a rigorous…read morecurriculum with a staff who loves the kids.

My nibbling was assigned to this school after transferring from his other school…read more South Pines is a new school that just opened this summer. The school is so fresh and so clean clean since everything is new! The school starts at 9:15am and ends at 4:15pm. I hear the carpool line is long so expect to wait a while in the afternoon. There was a small hiccup when we first got there on the first day but things were quickly ironed out. Things are very busy in their front office in the morning so patience is needed. Overall I get a good feeling about this school. From what I have seen the staff is kind and helpful. I hope we have a great rest of the school year. South Pines Academy 2541 Sandy Porter Road Charlotte, NC 28273 (Review 605 overall, 149 in 2021)

There is always an issue at this school; they lack organization and are not solution-driven. The…read morecurriculum is subpar, students are not challenged, they rarely receive homework assignments, and the bus system is horrible.

Let's just be open and honest! The teachers when my child started school until this year have been…read moreamazing!!! They fired all the teachers who wanted the high school to stay open so now we have teachers who are there for a paycheck!! The communication between teacher and parent is HORRIBLE!!!! I have had the experience of working with amazing teachers mrs. Cabe she's a breath of fresh air!! Mrs day is amazing with both of my children. Mrs clary!!! Awesome mrs allison as well amazing!! Mrs hollian is a wonderful teacher she may be young but she knows what she's doing!! Let's put it this way 5 years ago this school was so different! Everything has changed! One good thing we have amazing head of schools ms purdy and the principal mrs white is amazing!! This is a tough school for a child with issues, if they weed the bad teachers out it will be great!! The teachers with bad attitudes and who just don't want to genuinely see kids move forward more educated kids would be amazing. So many kids have left this year from my kids classes due to this very thing!! Beware before applying!!!!!

2nd year in and we are very happy so far! My 1st grader is currently studying the Mayas and the…read moreAztecs along with different types of rock and the earth's structure (like ignaceous rock v. sediment, etc). Way more than I could have imagined. I am very happy with the teaching and disciplinary methods and I love the fact that is like a private school but not with the cultural/ethical/economic limitations that you usually see w/in private schools. There is a lot of diversity and I think that is very important. Solid A!