Love this school! We've been here for 7 school years now. My kids are thriving. They are in the…read moreElementary and Middle School at the moment. It feels like a family. They do a huge event for grandparents day each year. The teachers really love the students. We'll be there through graduation for sure.

I'm a student here, and this school is so good! The teachers incorporate Christ into everything,…read moreand are sooo nice! They try not to give tons of homework, but it is still a very rigorous education. They have tons of sports and extracurricular activities. LOVE MY SCHOOL

I am disappointed with how this daycare/school handled my child's potty accident…read more I fully understand that we have responsibility as parents to provide extra clothes, and I can acknowledge that we should have had backup clothes available. That part is on us. However, young children have accidents, especially when they are adjusting to a new environment, and I was shocked by how the situation was handled. I received a call telling me that my child had an accident and that I needed to bring shorts or pants because they were currently only in their shirt. I was also told that if I could not bring clothes, my child would remain without pants. That is the part I cannot accept. A childcare facility should still have a basic contingency plan for situations like this. No child should be left exposed, embarrassed, or without proper clothing because there are no backup options available. Even when a parent forgets something, the child's dignity and comfort should remain the priority. What makes this even more concerning is that since starting at this school, my child's confidence and self-esteem seem to have changed. They have started saying things like, "I don't use my listening ears. I never do," and "I'm a bad kid." As a parent, that is heartbreaking to hear. Children should be corrected and redirected with patience and care, not in a way that makes them internalize shame or feel like they are bad. A potty accident should be handled privately, calmly, and respectfully. It should never become something that adds to a child's embarrassment or affects how they see themselves. As a parent, it was incredibly stressful to receive that call and feel like my child's dignity was not being protected. I hope the school reviews its policy on potty accidents, backup clothing, and how children are spoken to when they are struggling or adjusting.

Parent pick up is always a breeze. Love the organization and the attention to detail from the staff…read more Education at this school is top notch... they even have their own farm with animals to teach the littles. Love it

I sent my child here for preschool, so when it came time to choose where I would send him for…read morekindergarten, it was a no brainer. His teachers were incredible and the director, Marysue, makes sure she checks in with each student and parent regularly. I tell all of my friends, send your child to MDO for kindergarten!

My son attended in December of 2024 and he's recently been telling me things that had gone on in…read morehis time there. He has MRELD and is suspected of having ARFID. He said when everyone else had gotten a cupcake that he was excluded because he didn't eat the meat and cheese in his lunchbox. He told me about another instance where all of his classmates went to recess and he was told he was in timeout and had to sit in the corner on a mattress in the dark classroom without supervision. Mary Sue, the director, had called a coworker a "heavyset girl" the day I went in to tour. Super inappropriate. Do not let your children go here.

Could not recommend this school more!!! My son has been here for about a year, for reference…read more First, they are by far the cleanest daycare I've ever toured and we toured a lot! Second the staff genuinely cares, my son has moved throughout multiple classrooms and every teacher has been nothing short of fantastic in the infant and toddler program thus far. In regards to the infant room they are GREAT about following the oz's per bottle you set, but also gently making recommendations when needed. because let's face it babies act different depending on who they're around sometimes. You get these cute little notes about things they enjoy and developmental milestones they achieve. They send home soooo much art work for you to hang on the fridge and cherish. The toddler program is also wonderful. Classroom 6,1,2, and 3 teachers were all super great. One day there was an issue, my son slept too long and he slept through a bottle and as a ftm it made me super nervous, this staff handled it like CHAMPS they were super understanding and supportive of my position and assured me it wouldn't happen again and it did not. Goes to show how great they are at not only dealing with babies but also parents. The food they receive is also amazing in my opinion their menu never fails! Overall the value of care, education, and experience you get for your child is unmatched by any other daycare I've seen. If you can get a spot here I highly recommend it!

This review is for the owner and director of the school- I…read morehave never had so much disrespect from another person. I had an issue with a teacher. I tried to discuss it with the teacher, that did not work so I went to the director. She not only did not hear any of my concerns, she was belittling and dismissive throughout every conversation. When I went to the OWNER of the school to discuss how the whole situation was being handled and how rude her staff was, I received the response that is attached below: "Staff members, including our management team, are not up for a discussion with parents." The facility is nice, the actual teachers really do seem to care about the kids, anyone else behind a desk was never a good experience and always made things difficult.

School has small classes Christian based close knit Teachers and principal awesome Kids stay active…read morethe whole school year A large support system Families are very much involved

Tidewater Adventist Academy is a Great Place for Christian Military Families…read more Like most military families with children, our biggest concern during a move is finding great schools for our kids. Finding our children a great learning community is the key to transitioning them to a new place with the least amount of stress. We all care that our children's education be interrupted as little as possible and we definitely don't want them to get behind. Tidewater Adventist Academy was wonderful at helping our son transition into school here in Hampton Roads. We don't see how they could have done it any better. Before we moved, we communicated with their admissions liaison and she was caring and friendly. We felt like she understood our situation as a military family and she worked with us to get all the paperwork and information we needed so that our son could transition into school smoothly. We felt like the staff already cared about our son's education. Since schools teach with different curriculum and no one class is at the same level, TAA did the standard assessment to figure out where our son was at. What set them apart was the personal attention they gave him so that when he came for his first day of school he was in the right place and not lost at all. We met with the teacher before my son entered her classroom so she not only knew where he was but she was also able to connect with him personally. The smaller class sizes at Tidewater Adventist Academy make it easier for new students to be involved and included. Our very introverted son made friends quickly and easily. Tidewater Adventist Academy is prepared to meet the needs of Military Families in our area and we are so thankful for the quality Christian education that our son is receiving and for the wonderful friendships that he is building. If you are moving to the area, we can't recommend TAA enough.

I pulled my kids from a popular, very expensive, private school in Suffolk & enrolled them here…read more Best decision too. They have grown spiritually & academically & are being thought by teachers who truly care & love the kids without any bias. Each time I visit the school, I see happy children everywhere & that tells me a lot. I'm loving it so far & my testimony has made 2 other families I know to enroll their kids here & they have no regrets as well. I highly recommend this place, if you are looking for a nurturing, friendly, love filled, academic environment to school your kids.

We love it here! our daughter is absolutely thriving in the toddler program. This was her first…read moretime being away from home and she is learning so much. Its so cool to see her using some of the skills she learns in school! she comes home singing songs, counting, and is now starting to sing her ABCs (she's 2!). She has gained so much independence and is excited to go to school every day!

Wonderful school. My daughter is in their toddler program and she loves it. The teachers and…read moreadministration are great to work with, always ready to answer one of my million questions with a smile. I appreciate this school so much and am so grateful!!

As a student here, it's a good school. Teachers are really nice, and good education…read more I'm about to go to 5th grade, and I am honestly excited. I never see bullies. Spacious. Great teachers! Would recommend.

My concerns with this school begin at the front office, specifically with the level of customer…read moreservice, professionalism, and basic courtesy demonstrated by the Registrar. Unfortunately, my experiences have left me with the impression that parents are not consistently treated with the level of respect and professionalism they should reasonably expect when dealing with an elementary school. During my 2nd visit at the school on 20AUG26, I was in the office completing my child's registration. My child was playing with another child in the designated play area within the office. The Registrar loudly stated, almost to the point of yelling, that this was a "place of business" and that the children were not supposed to be playing there. I understand that the front office is an administrative workspace and that staff have responsibilities that require an orderly environment. However, the manner in which this was communicated was unnecessarily harsh and, in my opinion, inappropriate for an elementary-school setting--particularly when the children were in an area apparently intended for them. There is a significant difference between appropriately redirecting children and speaking to them in a manner that makes them feel unwelcome in their own school. A simple, respectful request would have accomplished the same objective without creating an uncomfortable interaction. My experience today 11SEP26 was even more concerning. I approached the Registrar and asked to speak with a guidance counselor. I was told, "They're all in meetings." I then asked whether she could help me get on a counselor's schedule. After I asked the question, there was no response. I waited approximately two minutes, expecting either an answer or some direction about what I needed to do next. Nothing was said. At that point, another staff member came out, and I asked her for assistance. She was immediately helpful and willing to assist me. I thanked her and apologized for bothering her, explaining that I had initially asked the Registrar for help and had either not been heard or had not received a response. I cannot know what the Registrar's intention was, so I will not state as fact that I was deliberately ignored. However, I can speak to what actually happened: I asked a direct question, waited for a response, received none, and ultimately had to seek assistance from another employee. Regardless of the reason, that is not the level of communication I expect from the person serving as a primary point of contact for parents. What is particularly frustrating is that this was not a situation where I expected the Registrar to stop everything and immediately solve my problem. If she was busy, a simple statement such as, "I'm unable to help with that right now, but you can speak with ___," or "Please wait a moment and I'll tell you how to schedule an appointment," would have been completely appropriate. Basic acknowledgment and courtesy are not unreasonable expectations. Parents should not have to wonder whether their questions are being ignored, whether they are inconveniencing staff simply by asking for assistance, or whether they will receive a respectful response when they walk into the school office. I also want to distinguish between the school being busy and staff being discourteous. I completely understand that school offices are busy, counselors have meetings, and employees have numerous responsibilities. None of that excuses a failure to communicate with a parent who is standing in front of you and asking for assistance. Being busy is understandable. Failing to acknowledge someone is a customer-service issue. The front office sets the tone for the school. For many parents, it is the first--and sometimes the only--interaction they have with school administration. Because of that, I believe the people working in that environment should demonstrate patience, professionalism, and basic respect, particularly when interacting with families and young children. There are clearly staff members at this school who understand this. My interaction with the other staff member today demonstrated that assistance can be provided courteously and professionally even when the office is busy. That interaction made the contrast with my experience with the Registrar even more noticeable. I am leaving this review because I believe this is an area that needs meaningful improvement. I am not expecting special treatment. I am expecting basic professionalism, and respect.