Scottsdale Christian Academy

Our child has been at the SCA elementary for four years, and the experience has been mixed. There are some quite excellent teachers with high academic standards who care strongly for the children as individuals; however, other teachers have not always been as strong either academically or in their care for the individual students. For example, we have never seen any homework for the foreign language classes. The school has good intentions of involving the parents to help the teachers with administrivia and other logistical support, but we see a lot of evidence of a lack of consistent, useful administrative support for teachers. This means that the teachers exhaust themselves doing menial tasks rather than reserving that energy for teaching. The school offers a plethora of interesting activities during the school year, but some of the activities are closed to students who are not part of the "SCA set", which has been disappointing. Our few interactions with the superintendent have been inconclusive, but this may change with the new administration. We have volunteered to help out for many classroom activities and logistical help at events, but we have never felt very welcome.
--Submitted by a parent

I toured this school and they look nice academically and I thought a lot of what they had to offer was what we were looking for. I dislike the lady giving me the tour went on and on about who has a lot of money. The appearance this school gives out is they want only extremely wealthy people here so they can brag about you.

SCA is a wonderful environment for our high school student. Moving to SCA for middle school wasn't a hard choice for our child when he saw all that he could do at the school. Being athletic, it allowed him the chance to play sports that he probably couldn't do in the bigger high schools. In high school he became friends with students in all grade levels and the kids are nice kids that care about each other. You won't get lost in the shuffle at SCA. We encourage you to take a look at the school and see if this is what God has planned for educating your child.
--Submitted by a parent

10.. Love it! love it! Love the administration. Love the staff. Love the kids. Love it!
--Submitted by a parent

I agree. Interesting so many reviews appeared on the same day. If you are interested in a Christian school with great academics and people who "walk the walk", visit Paradise Valley Christian (a school expanding through high school). They have excellent teachers and world renowned curriculum. Also, Northwest Christian is an excellent school. SCA has and continues to have serious challenges. The current superintendent is leaving in the fall, which may be a good sign. However, the school is divided on how rigorous the curriculum shoud be in order to compete in a international world. The academics still lack behind world standards. As with many institutions, standards and rules are not always applied evenly across the board. When interviewing, ask pointed, thoughtful questions to insure all your concerns are answered.

Moved the family from Chicago where the top schools are private or charter schools. We came out here with same notion and reviewed all the private schools including Phoenix Country Day and El Dorado for our daughter. The atmosphere is warm and inviting with emphasis on values and solid academics with highly qualified teachers. Rare to find. However, what really sold it, was the kids. Smart, well behaved, normal fun kids without the snotty wealthy brats and troublesome youth.
--Submitted by a parent

I was at the open house for Scottsdale Christian Academy and I found this school to be amazing! They are not afraid to share the Word of God! What a great relief to know this. The academics are spot on and the teachers are wonderful. I am very excited for my children who will be attending this school next year!
--Submitted by a parent

I think it is interesting that so many reviews were submitted on one day. Looks like someone is trying to fleece the public. Beware.

We have a freshman son at SCA. SCA has been the best change from public school to a Christian school. It truly has made his love for the Lord stronger while surrounding him with teachers, friends, coaches and staff that can teach him and talk about the Lord every day. There is great opportunity for students who want a good education, to participate in sports and get involved in drama and other areas. SCA has a lot to offer. The missions trips are an amazing experience for students to spend quality time with classmates while serving others and learning more about God. The tuition is a factor for may families, but if you consider what your child will gain from their time at SCA it's worth every penny. You can get as involved as a parent at the school as your schedule permits as there are many opportunities to serve yourself in different areas at the school. Our son is so happy at SCA he wouldn't even consider another school as he loves his friends, teahers, staff and coaches. Take a look at SCA if you want God involved in child's education.
--Submitted by a parent

All of my children graduated from SCA and my husband and I are so thankful for the solid foundation that the school gave the three of them. Our daughter graduated from college with honors in 3 1/2 years and followed up with obtaining a masters, one of our sons just graduated with honors from ASU and is heading to law school, and our other son is serving this country proudly in the Air Force. I credit SCA for providing the programs to help shape my children into the fine young adults they are today. SCA is a wonderful school.
--Submitted by a parent