First of all, it is concerning and a red flag when prior posts that might reflect negatively are…read moreremoved. Because an institution touts itself as being excellent isn't necessarily a fact. Yes, considering what is available in this area, this might be an option for Christian education. But CAK is lacking in several areas. The teacher turn over rate is high. Therefore consistency in programs is not there. The school has grown, which is not necessarily a good thing. Administration needs to be more careful in monitoring the growth. What is being sacrificed in order to bring in revenue? Our expectations for this school were high as we just had an excellent experience (in another state). The atmosphere was TRULY happy and joyful. Lots of high-fives, hugs, and esprit on the entire campus. It was palpable.. From both faculty and students. And top-notch programs where students were achieving academically, spiritually, and emotionally. Sadly, for the rate of tuition, CAK is average.

This school is amazing! Compared to all the other schools I've been to this place is the Bomb!…read moreTeachers are nice and make class very interesting, and it keeps my classmates and I engaged in the topic(s)

I never thought I'd be writing a review like this after spending thousands in donations on top of…read morenormal tuition. The school does not live up to its marketing pitch. However, most of ESK's flaws will not be readily apparent to those visiting. You'll likely assume that your kids are in a small class and teachers are working with them. But, if you read no further than here, I suggest that you consider what ESK is actually teaching (the actual core curriculum) and compare it to national, local, or other private school standards. It falls drastically short - particularly in reading, history, and science. They don't even have textbooks or teach basic phonics in the lower grades. Problems: 1) While they hang their hat on the student/teacher ratio, the additional teaching assistant more often just allows the teacher to slack off. This surprised us because, like most people, we thought that more teachers would mean more attention. However, that didn't happen. 2) Instead of the usual schoolwork, a lot of class time is spent on projects designed to continuously impress the parents. Regularly, you'll get something like a laminated book with a storyline about how mom and dad are awesome. But, at the expense of this, there's not much time for the true nuts-and-bolts of teaching your kid. Among other things, ESK skips over phonics and does not even have textbooks to send home (just copies of worksheets). Since ESK doesn't conduct tests or assign grades, parents may not notice deficiencies until it's too late. It's a "participation trophy" philosophy that is, in the end, harmful to kids' academic success. The fuzzy standards also help teachers do whatever they want in teaching. This is particularly true for one 1st grade teacher who favors studying butterflies and outdoors over reading and writing. Likewise, in Kindergarten, our child went many weeks without doing reading assignments because the teacher just didn't send anything home. In second grade, the teacher had a love for Civil Rights, politics, and Black history. Again, fine material for older kids or college, but not for 2.5 months of class time in second grade. The peculiar history lessons also created confusion since there was no clear timeline or context (as one would have with most American history textbooks). 3) Schools should be apolitical. As a middle of the road guy, I'm bothered by right or left political indoctrination of my elementary school kids. In this instance, ESK has a decidedly liberal political agenda and incorporates it into the curriculum. They also teach inappropriate content at a young age. We had enough when our 7 year old child was assigned a book entitled, Maya Angelou: Journey of the Heart by Jayne Pettit. On pages 16-18 of this book, there is a graphic description of a young Maya Angelou being molested by her mother's boyfriend. 4) If you plan on earning money to pay the $15,000 tuition, be prepared to take a lot of time off for the various activities during the school day. Very little, if anything, is scheduled for after school. 5) The new headmaster is an ineffective leader. He previously led a NC charter school ranked average by that state. Moreover, unlike the former headmaster, he lacks charisma and was unable to handle routine issues. 6) If you are a Christian, you'll be disappointed by the fact that ESK seems to shy away from embracing the religious aspects that could offend someone. During the holidays, there was always an email practically apologizing to non-Christian students for having Christmas and Easter events. Overall: There are much better options in Knoxville. ESK puts on a good front. But, it is woefully deficient in how it prepares children for later academic success.

Wow! What a great school. We have been so impressed. I love seeing pictures and videos of what goes…read moreon during the day through the parent-teacher app. Our daughter started JK4 with a basic knowledge of some sight words and what sounds letters make. Within 3 weeks of class, she was reading... and FAST! She also tells me certain arithmetic facts and wants me to quiz her. She's made great friends here, and I love that she gets to play outside often. The teacher incorporate outside activities into the lessons. I appreciate that her weekly schedule includes P.E., library, art, music, and two foreign languages. I also like that the cafeteria food is farm-to-table. Parents are encouraged to participate and visit. The students attend chapel every day, and I love when my daughter tells me what she prayed about. I have no complaints about ESK.

We've been attending Premier Athletics for over a year and a half with multiple teachers and times…read more If you are going for gymnastics, it is very disappointing. It is clear their priority is cheerleading. Because of Covid and where we used to live my daughters were behind for their age, but Premier did not help. My two girls did not have great teachers, and were more babysat than pushed. They never got floor time. That was 100% reserved for cheerleaders. They were happy to simply take our money and call it a day and only leveled them up when I brought up how my girls seemed ahead of the group they were in. I put them at the absolute lowest level, so they could get used to it again and get the muscle and coordination back. I knew they would leave that level quickly, but didn't until I took action.

This review is strictly for a birthday party we had at this location. We requested an instructor…read morewho could instruct my daughter's invitees on tumbling. We paid in full a month before the party. When we arrived to the location, we were told, after having to ask, that there would not be an instructor for the class. This was very disappointing as we had told all the parents and kids that there would be one. Premier told us that all of their employees were at a competition. So, they would have known in advance that there was no instructor available and could have let us know prior to our party. We did get a $25 refund but that was only after I emailed and then called them about it. I got no response from my email so I called during business hours. They didn't seem to apologetic on the phone either. It sounded like this was common.

Good school wonderful people good environment happy students and awesome teachers!!!!read more

The vibes were immaculate, and the staff are unmatched! 10/10 experience and culture.read more

If I could give zero stars I would. This place is AWFUL!!!!!!! DO NOT SEND YOUR KIDS HERE if you…read morecare about them whatsoever. They are ill equipped to care for special needs or situation. It is a glorified daycare, unwilling and untrained in dealing with children who aren't perfectly behaved at all times. Did you know you only need a HS Diploma to work here?! They ignore suggestions on how to help your child (from the person who knows them best).There were numerous times when we witnessed the teachers sitting at their desk playing on their phone, instead of "teaching" the children. Don't waste your tuition money on this awful, poorly run place. Just check out the reviews from previous employees on Glassdoor. They agree it is a crappy place.

Our son has been attending GCA since he was 3 (mother's day out) and now he is in 3rd grade. We…read morelove the teachers and staff. They are very caring. He says he wants to go there forever, including college:) The only thing that could be better is that it would be nice to have a bus route, but the car line is very fast.

Calculating Minds is amazing! The owner is exceptional when it comes to communicating and she…read moregenuinely cares about the kids/clients/parents she serves. As a former teacher herself, she stays up to date on various teaching methods as well as local private and public schools math curriculums and ensures her tutors do the same. My son's tutor is patient, kind, creative and really accomplishes more than I could ever imagine with my son in a one hour session each week. My son tells me that she just has a way of showing him things that "make sense in his brain"! His math skills have not only improved, along with his grade, but more importantly his math mindset and confidence have improved and that is priceless! If you are looking for a small, considerate, more family feel environment for your child to enhance his/her math skills, then CM is your one and only logical choice!

We love the tutors at Calculating minds! Well worth it. My son was able to get caught up in algebra…read moreand statistics in a very short time.

It was okay, but the bats and the ghosts and the ghouls and the c r e a t u r e in the basement was…read morea severe detriment to my learning experience! How ghastly it was, with it's incomprehensible eyes and far too many limbs. How horrid it was, dragging itself across the ground. Someone got pragananant and that was a strange day, perhaps as strange as meeting the c re atu re in the basement. The bones of students are kept in every room, and the fires lit in an attempt to rid the mortal plane of this hellish place burn green with the souls of those trapped here. I am scared.

i have quite a lot to say about this place. many many much things to say fellas. so to start off…read moreeveryone I know goes away in the end which is kinda sad and has only ever happened here so im pretty sure this place is cursed and thats actually cool cause ghosts are cool and shit. okay weason two uwu uhhh someone got pragananant and thats weird. uh jacob has a crush on me he just told me pls help thats gay, and finally reason 3 we're no strangers to love You know the rules and so do I A full commitment's what I'm thinking of You wouldn't get this from any other guy I just wanna tell you how I'm feeling Gotta make you understand Never gonna give you up Never gonna let you down Never gonna run around and desert you Never gonna make you cry Never gonna say goodbye Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you We've known each other for so long Your heart's been aching but you're too shy to say it Inside we both know what's been going on We know the game and we're gonna play it And if you ask me how I'm feeling Don't tell me you're too blind to see Never gonna give you up Never gonna let you down Never gonna run around and desert you Never gonna make you cry Never gonna say goodbye Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you Never gonna give you up Never gonna let you down Never gonna run around and desert you Never gonna make you cry Never gonna say goodbye Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you (Give you up) (Ooh) Never gonna give, never gonna give (Give you up) We've known each other for so long Your heart's been aching but you're too shy to say it Inside we both know what's been going on We know the game and we're gonna play it I just wanna tell you how I'm feeling Gotta make you understand Never gonna give you up Never gonna let you down Never gonna run around and desert you Never gonna make you cry Never gonna say goodbye Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you Never gonna give you up Never gonna let you down Never gonna run around and desert you Never gonna make you cry Never gonna say goodbye Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you Never gonna give you up Never gonna let you down Never gonna run around and desert you Never gonna make you cry Never gonna say goodbye. watch my videos cunts

Very good school for academics, however if your child is an introvert and sensitive this school is…read morenot for you. Physical altercations, stealing, etc you get expelled. Not so for bullying and verbal abuse by peers. We had a teacher who bullied and he is no longer there. We did have a couple of staff members who looked the other way. Just sayin...

Webb prepared me well for college and my life after college. When I went to university I placed out…read moreof the first two years of college as I was academically advanced compared to other entering students. Webb taught me to think broadly about issues and prepared me well for the future. I highly recommend Webb School.

Saint Joseph is an amazing school. We were there for a little over 10 years with both of our…read morechildren . It was like a family for us . Highly recommend Saint Joseph

You can't find a better Catholic education anywhere. Great faculty and leadership. Great kids and…read morefamilies!

Went to take my granddaughter to practice for her cheerleading team and the staff WS nice and very…read morehelpful