Fantastic Charter School! Year after year, I've heard, witnessed, and experienced excellence from…read morefaculty and staff. Don't get me wrong, they are not perfect... but they "do what's best for kids" and that's what has kept us here for the last 8 years.

This school is horrible, this school is worse than any public school. This school taught me…read morenothing, you can get a better education at a public school. The teachers are horrible and are always not minding their business when I tell you that these teachers will talk about the students while they are in the room. The teachers are always gossiping about students, I even had a teachers daughter follow me on social media and then the next day I heard the TEACHER talking about my posts that i made outside of school. These teachers do not care about their students. Lindsey Fryar was the worst teacher I've ever had, she told the class about my personal health issues while I wasn't there and not even just my class, EVERY SINGLE CLASS THAT MY FRIENDS WERE IN. If your thinking about enrolling your kids here don't these teachers and staff do not care about you or your children I kid you not I've only had two good teachers after being there for six years I hated going here I would never send my kids here this school ruined my mental health don't make your kids go through the same things so many kids here had to go through.

This was a horrible elementary I'm 17 now but I finally found out the elementary I went to only for…read more1 year they treated me like shit I can't tell you how many times they watched me piss my self cause they would not let me use the restroom and I would have to watch kids play every day never once was I allowed to play and I'd clean up after the kids with me and my buddy I had and I was a scared little kid i didn't say nothing but I got my ass tore up the teachers would lie on my name tell my dad I did stuff I had watched other kids do this place is horrible DO NOT SEND YOUR KIDS HERE

My daughter started Kent in 3rd she was at a charter school the previous years. Since she's moved…read moreto Kent she doing very well and been on the honor roll the whole time she's been here. I love everything about this school the teachers are amazing and loving. The principal is a rock star, the love she has for the students it's as if there her own. Excellence is exemplified thought out this school. They're recipients of blue ribbon award. I'm a part of the PTA and there very inclusive and want what's best for the the school over all!!! If your considering this school your child will feel loved, as well as Supported though out their primary years and beyond!!!!

I am a Texas Certified Math (8-12) and Technology Applications (EC-12) Teacher and have been…read moreteaching Math in the North Dallas Area since 2001. I have taught in Private Schools to Public Charter Schools. I have taught small classes to up to 30+-40 students. I have taught at 6 different schools and all grade levels from 4th Grade to 12th Grade (Precalculus, Statistics, Math Reasoning, Math Models with Applications). I was also a former Adjunct Part Time College Professor at Collin College teaching a computer class for four years. I started teaching at Bridge Builder Academy (BBA) in Richardson, Texas in January 2022. BBA is uniquely different in that students are taught one on one with their teachers. They get 100% of their teacher's time, and focus during each one-hour lesson. Students are constantly working because there is no time to be distracted by other students, goofing off on their phones, tablets, laptops, etc. They can't just "hide" in a large classroom and get lost in the material, or be afraid to ask for help, etc. Most schools would have forced me to use a set of curricula but each BBA individual's curriculum is designed according to what is best for the student to become successful based on their unique individual learning needs, styles, etc. I was approached by parents of students I taught at BBA's Graduation in May 2022 and they were thanking me for putting in the time to know their students, working with them, and helping them to do better in math. One student hated math, but the parents told me that in my 5 short months that they learned to appreciate it and like it. Another parent thanked me for her getting her son more than well-prepared for the upcoming school year. BBA offers parents and students a chance to have teachers work directly with their students in an individual one on one relationship. I have the freedom to be able to adjust individual learning. Yes, our tuition might be higher than other Private Schools. Make sure when you compare schools you look at how big the classes are. How can your child get the individualized attention and learning in a 45 minute or 1 hour class with 10, 20 or 30 other students? Are your teachers certified by TEA in the State of Texas? Are your teachers certified in Special Education or have worked with Special Education Students in the past? Will your student get one-on-one support? Will the curriculum be developed for your child's unique skills or learning styles to be successful in life? How will it change from the other students in the class? Are your child's Principals (or in the case of Private Schools and Charter Schools or Directors) have recent certification in the classroom as a Teacher and/or Administrator? Are all of the School's Classes taught by a certified teacher or just a long term substitute who may or may not having any teaching credentials? Is your student going to get the attention they need in your school or are they just a number in the classroom? In my 22+ years of teaching at multiple schools, I have had Principals with no certification and no teaching experience. BBA was recently (2023) awarded a 1st Place GOLD MEDAL in the Dallas Morning News' People's Choice Awards for the BEST PRIVATE SCHOOL in the DFW Area! This is the SECOND YEAR IN A ROW (We also won for 2022). Some schools talk about STEM, but have your students ever participated in a NASA Sponsored Contest? During the 2021-2022 school year, students from Bridge Builder Academy participated in the NASA Hunch program. Led by Mr. Michael Hays (BBA Teacher of the Year 21-22) students designed a prototype moon shoe "Lunar Loafers". They presented their original design during an event in November 2021 where NASA scientists evaluated their ideas and presentation. At this event, it was suggested that they pursue a patent for their product. Our students were selected to participate in the "Innovation Day" event in April 2022 at the Johnson Space Center. At this final event for the school year, they were awarded 3rd place in addition to winning a National Award for Design and Prototype. BBA has recently been selected by the National Association of Special Education Teachers (NASET) to be a 2022-2023 School of Excellence! BBA was the ONLY school in Richardson and Plano, 1 of 4 in the DFW area, 1 of 7 in the State of Texas, and just 1 of 123 in the entire United States! We are honored to receive this recognition! In 2019, Teresa A. Bronsky, Head of the School, was named a Member of the Continuing Advisory Committee for Special Education. With this appointment, she was able to help formulate the direction that Special Education would take in the state of Texas for the foreseeable future. In July, 2023, Two Teachers from BBA were selected and worked on Proclamation 2024 in Austin, TX to review and provide input for proposed new State Approved TEA Curriculum for Schools for Technology Applications and Personal Finance.

My oldest son has been going to Bridge builder academy for almost 3 years now, and it has been…read moreabsolutely amazing! The amount of growth in his mentality, confidence and especially his education has been phenomenal! Im truly beyond grateful for finding this school! All the staff have been incredible and we definitely consider them family! I highly recommend this school! You will not be disappointed thats for sure

Staff really care about the students and plan activities around project based learning. My children…read morehave been going for two years and love it!

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This school was good, however, it wasn't personally a good outlet for me I often found myself being…read morepunished for showing neurodivergent traits. That being said I love that school and wish I could've stayed longer

My daughter has been attending The Sloan School for over a year and a half now and she absolutely…read moreloves it. The staff is nothing but kind and caring. It's very comforting as a parent knowing your child is in great hands and be cared for by loving individuals. The teachers are very informative. They believe in thoroughly communicating with parents. The variety of learning and activities the children participate in is age appropriate and fun. This is the best Christian private school hands down.

I rate my performance well and also had fun time with friends and will send my kid to trivium…read moreacademy at that site soon

My son enjoys his time at school, and has loved both teachers he's had the 2 years he's been thereread more

Three years ago, I walked through the doors of Poetry Community Christian ("PCCS") and enrolled 7th…read moregrader who was not properly home-schooled and as a result very far behind in everything from academics, sports, communications and interactions with other children and adults. Within the 1st year, with the proper guidance and support system, he was able to catch up and, in some cases surpass others within his same grade level. This is a true testament to the dedication of administrators, staff, teachers, parents and the student body who all accepted him without judgement or bullying. Simply said PCCS is a wonderful school with an overall excellent staff and prides itself in its academic program. The school prioritizes a balance between academics and athletics allowing for each student's strengths to come to the forefront. Although it's a small school, its unlike anything I've seen before. Academically it prepares each student for college by using college prep curriculum and processes to make certain the student understands the importance of driving to achieve. The athletic department has something for everyone, examples include; karate, basketball, baseball and volleyball. Art, theater, dance, music and voice lessons are available to those who excel or expand on performing and fine arts. PCCS is Christian based however it does not center around one denomination allowing for everyone to feel at ease and not pressured. Whether you attend church or not, you are part of the school family. It is a close-knit community and fosters great student-teacher and parent relationships. If you are new to the school, you will fit in! The overall cost of tuition is carefully monitored and managed to make certain they offer the best value at minimal cost, this does include parent involvement. In my opinion the best part of PCCS are the systems in place to make sure that your child succeeds and will receive the best education possible. If you are challenged in areas like Math or English, you can request tutoring. If your child has dyslexia or another learning challenge, your student is at home here with qualified teachers who will be your child's champion and advocate. If you are an advanced student, they keep up with their needs by offering dual credits for college. The entire staff and parents at PCCS are always accessible and willing to help whenever difficult times arise. Personally, we feel blessed to have found such a wonderful school.

We have been at PCCS since our daughter was in first grade, she is now in 8th and our son is in 1st…read moregrade. We love PCCS for many reasons, but consistently is one of the main reasons we love it. They continue to pour God into our children in every way, whether it be in the curriculum, or in chapel, or just going to a teacher to talk to. We appreciate the dedication that goes into choosing the right teachers to teach our children and choosing the right admin to run the school on a daily basis. We have many choices of schools to send our children too but PCCS is the only school I can be involved on a daily basis if I choose with the parent partner positions and where my opinion is heard and not ignored. We appreciate everything that PCCS is to our children and our family

The staff at the school are AMAZING, as my kiddo navigates…read moreschool life, they have been nothing but supportive and kind to not only him but me as well. I love how together the school is community wise, always doing something fun for the kids!

North Texas Collegiate Academy is a free, public charter school district that has 3 campuses in…read moreDenton County. NTxCA serves students in Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade at no cost. But it's so much more than a school. Not only do students receive a top-quality educational experience, but they also serve the whole family. They will assist with housing needs, shelter, clothing, food, immunizations, health screenings, or any other need a family may have. This is truly a community-minded organization that loves the families of Denton County and has served them well since 2001.

Can you please tell all of us why an American school will deny American students the opportunity to…read moreobserve an American holiday, in order to appease foreign students? But yet the school observes foreign religious traditions? It will be interesting to hear your response.

This school is what education should look like. I have loved the school ever since it opened and am…read moreETERNALLY GRATEFUL I was able to provide this type of education to my children. An IB education is not for everyone, but if your children consistently "think outside the box" and are up for a challenge, this may be the school for them!

First off, the front office ladies are extremely rude, especially to students. I've seen then…read morefirsthand give my daughter attitude but then be completely nice to me and other parents. They do not know how to treat children and should never be involved in education. Secondly, in the previous school year my children told me about a bug infestation that lasted about three weeks. Th small roaches would surround lockers and even bathrooms. Additionally, large roaches would crawl out of water fountains that students often drank out of. Everything is unsanitary and they do not care about student safety and health. The lunch is really bad as well. I've heard cases of spoiled milk, apples that are green inside, and slightly raw meat. Although packed lunch can solve this, not everyone can afford packed lunches and this school should know to properly nourish students. The school has no preparation for sports and is only focused on STEM, which isn't bad but students do not get enough movement after grade ninth. The principal is rude and took off the senior ceiling tile portraits after calling them ugly, but labeled them as "flammable". He also does not know how to speak to children and has a nasty attitude. Other Harmony schools are not like this, only this one that is too small and horrible.

The teachers & staff are clearly invested in the students. They push for success and do their best…read moreto provide the tools needed. Th new administrative team has been making positive changes and working to build up the school!