Chandler Traditional Academy - Independence

We love the caring teachers, accelerated curriculum and involved parents at CTA Independence. I'm amazed at how much my children are learning at this school!
—Submitted by a parent

We have attended CTA for two years and our kids love their school. We couldn't be happier with the education, the teachers, staff and principal, our kids are also becoming very disciplined with themselves, learning responsibility, learning to respect others, gaining self confidence. These are all very important tools to have for later in life. My kids are very creative and love Art Masterpiece, Music, and Reading programs, over all our kids are getting a well rounded education and they are giving it 100% because they like it.
—Submitted by a parent

My child has been at CTA Independence for two years. While I am happy with where my child is at academically, there are many things I don't like about this school. There is a very strict and rigid atmosphere. My child does not like to go to school. They spend an inordinate amount of time at their desks doing worksheets, even in the lower grades. There is very little creativity, and very few fun activities. There is a ridiculous amount of homework, even in the lower grades, which makes it difficult to pursue extracurricular activities. On the positive side, there are high expectations. All classes within a grade level teach the exact same thing. We had a very bad experience with our teacher this year, but I know there are some great teachers. We are currently looking for a school that provides a more well-rounded education.
—Submitted by a parent

Our kids switch from a standard Chandler public school last year and have just completed their second your what a difference. CTA is actually teaching our children not just baby sitting them. The staff is great.
—Submitted by a parent

My son and we love this school very very much! This school expects highly of the kids and they get them because of the positive reinforcement that they receive from their teachers and the confidence that they grow as they learn. We personally do not see anything wrong with expecting our children to do well and having their minds stretched. For the two years we've been here, I haven't personally seen any sad kids in this school. I'm sure there are a few, but I'm also sure it's in the minority. Most of the kids I see everyday are just happy, confident children who are being trained to meet their potentials and grow their characters.
—Submitted by a parent

my son learned more here in three months than he learned in a year in the CA schools!! The staff is helpful and caring to all the needs of the children!!
—Submitted by a parent

True this school is highly academic and structured. Good for the advanced child but not so sure for an average child. Good teacher to student ratio. Academics are important but school lacks focus on the whole child (emotional and physical development). Would be A+ if they weren't so intense and let the kids be kids.
—Submitted by a parent

This school is a wonderful school. I highly suggest young students come. They will learn alot in a matter of fun time. I go there and I absolutely love it because my grades are better and it is much more challenging. CTA -Independence will absolutely be loved. Try it before you judge it. Please.
—Submitted by a student

As each day passes, I am even more grateful to the wonderful staff, teachers and parents of this school. My son grows in not only the educational arena but his confidence level is continuously raised because of the positive and disciplined teaching methods that this is based on. The environment is safe, the culture is enriching and his kindergarten teacher and principal are all there to support a child's growth. I feel very lucky to be able to send my child to CTA Independence.
—Submitted by a parent

Excellent school in all areas. My son completed kindergarten here and is now in first grade learning at a second grade level. Could not be happier with the education he has received so early on. Teachers, principal and rest of staff are wonderful with these kids. I am so glad I chose this school for my child.
—Submitted by a parent

Outstanding school and principal! My son learned and advanced more in third grade at CTA-Indepedence than he did in first and second grade combined at Basha. He loves his school!
—Submitted by Lee, a parent

This school provides a wonderful experience for both the student and the parent. The academic expectations exceed any public school in the area, and the teachers encourage parental involvement in all facets of your child's education. The facility is remarkably clean, the administration is courteous, and the principal actually knows the children and their parents! To dispell the rumors that the 'traditional' model has no fine arts: their is the art masterpiece program, music and plenty of creative centers. A walk down the halls of this school and you will see the creative process at work in the classrooms and on the walls! I highly recommend this school to those parents wishing to find quality education in a public school!
—Submitted by a parent