Cherry Creek Charter Academy

Cherry Creek Academy was a good alternative to a mediocre neighborhood school. My kids were bright, but needed to be challenged and CCA does challenge every child to do the best of their ability. It is diverse and the focus is on academics, so it is perfect for average kids as they can thrive academically without as many social distractions. That being said, there is some low level (think annoying sibling type behavior) bullying and in the past, favoritism toward some children and families. Also, your kids can suffer socially as they may not have many friends in their neighborhood. Overall, if you want a focused academic environment for your child, it's a great choice.
—Submitted by a parent

I am currently in 7th grade, but I went to Cherry Creek Academy from 2nd grade to 6th grade. Cherry Creek Academy is a great school. It will keep your mind going all through out the day. I was a straight A student and I loved being there!

This school has serious bullying problems over the past years. A number of students ended up transferring out of the school mainly due to being bullied. With the increasing public awareness of the bullying consequences, it is disheartening that the school is still dealing with it ineffectively.

We have 2 boys at CCA, currently in 3rd and 1st grade. The kindergarten team is exceptional with special kudos to the half day teacher. Students come from all over CCSD and there is a surprising amount of diversity. Parental involvement is required by giving 40/20 hrs per school year in many different capacities. Teachers will provide tutoring during the school year and the summer for students who are struggling. Both my husband and I are teachers with a combined 20+ years of experience and we know our children are receiving an exceptional education at CCA. If you are looking for a private school setting with a public school price tag CCA is it.
—Submitted by a parent

We are very pleased with the education our second grader is receiving. Each one of her teachers have challenged her and have demonstrated their passion for teaching. Our daughter loves this school.
—Submitted by a parent

I am currently in the seventh grade at CCA and have been attending here since first grade. It's a very small school, but the curriculum is amazing and I love it! The enviroment is great and I have made many close friends. I know I won't have to worry about highschool at all because of how prepared everyone is by then! I played basketball and soccer and learned so much and had such a blast! Plus, I love my coaches! Overall, CCA is AWESOME!

I graduated from 8th grade this year after being there since first grade. CCA is academically a very good school,but I would reccomend leaving after you complete fifth grade there. It depends on what type of student you are. CCA gets you ahead for high school and makes sure you will start out in programs such as IB or AP/Honor,but the Middle School was treated as little kids. There is little independence such as forming lines to go to lunch and planner checks. Also, if you are looking for a school with a big social scene, CCA is not it. The classes are small and if you stay there starting in kindergarten or first grade you spend eight or nine years with the same people. There isn't that much diversity either and the babying doesn't prepare you for High School. Education wise, CCA is top of the line!

The teachers are very enthusiastic and energetic. The curriculum is up to date and outstanding.
—Submitted by a parent

Academically, CCA is a wonderful school. They care about their students and teach them to respect each other and the faculty.
—Submitted by a parent

Cherry Creek Academy is an outstanding school. I love the Core Knowledge curriculum providing my child with a top-notch K-8 education that will prepare her well for high school and beyond. I am proud that my child attends Cherry Creek Academy.
—Submitted by a parent

It was a great school for my kids who attended 1995-2004. Core knowledge curriculum and some of the finest teachers and administrators ever
—Submitted by a parent

Our family has attended CCA for the past 7 years now. We have 3 children who have attended this school and just love it. Our oldest is in High School and is thriving due to the great curriculm and discipline received at CCA. If you do what you are suppose to you will find your child a year or even two years ahead of thier peers. It's amazing to hear the numerous topics your children can speak intelligently about. The parent involvement is awesome. You feel as if you are a part of a real community. There are many great families working together for one purpose. Anyone who talks negatively about CCA jus missed the point, or obvoiusly it was just not a good fit! This school rocks! Just take a tour and see the diffference from the other CCSD schools.
—Submitted by a parent

CCA has been a wonderful alternative school for our family. Two of our three children have graduated from CCA - one average and one with special needs. CCA challenged and accomodated both of them beautifully. The teachers and staff are caring, supportive people, and so are the majority of families and students at CCA. Both of my graduated kids still socialize with CCA friends. At this school, the students are respectful, supervised, disciplined, and will not be exposed to offers of drugs, alcohol and sex that you get at the bigger district schools. Sure CCA is not perfect but we have cherished our experience at this school.
—Submitted by a parent

We have 3 children at CCA. They are very different from each other yet the CCA core knowledge curriculum and the excellent teaching staff have helped each be successful. The communication and responsiveness from the teachers is wonderful! Your experience at CCA is what you make of it so as an involved parent I feel very connected to the school and enjoy the ability to make a small difference.
—Submitted by a parent

CCA is a great school with wonderful students, teachers, and parents. We have a principal who is a strong leader with a positive vision for the future of our school. Parents are encouraged to be an active part of the school and the school environment is very positive. It's a special place to teach and a super place to learn.
—Submitted by a teacher

Don't let the previous posting put you off. CCA is a great place for parents who want a traditional education for their child. We have been at the school for six years and have always found it to be an open, genial place. No school is perfect, and CCA is definitely better than most. I wouldn't let one bitter person's opinion taint my opinion of the entire school. Go take the tour for yourself. I think you will be pleased with what you see.
—Submitted by a parent

The parking at this school is inadequate and it is really a church renovated to be a school. It is not a neighborhood school with most of the children coming from a long way away. This is important to note when considering this school.

This is not a school for gifted and talented or kids with learning disabilites. It is not a place to put kids with behavior problems. CCA is a great school for the child who'll go to college and has parents who want to work with their child to be the best that they can be. My oldest son was lost until he went to CCA and now does very well at CU-Boulder.
—Submitted by a parent

the teachers are very strict and we have to wear uniforms. The school is very old and the middle school is dark and depresing. we are a small school but we are strong. There are not very many good extra crelicular activities but their are some and we have tutaring on mondays and wendsday which helps alot.
—Submitted by a student

We came over from Belleview, which was a great school, but within 2 weeks of being at CCA we could noticed the difference in the curriculum and the effect that a more disciplined environment has on a child. This school is GREAT!
—Submitted by a parent