Stetson Baptist Christian School

My children have been at Stetson for several years and are both A students. Most of the teachers are very caring and attentive especially in the lower levels. However, this will be our last year at Stetson because the quality of the extras that your money should be getting you in private school is not up to par. The Spanish classes are not advancing past basic numbers, colors and days of the week, there is no library available to the students, there is little or no art class, the lunchroom is now in the gymnasium. Stetson used to be above some of the other private schools in the area and I actually drive past 2 other private schools to get to Stetson, but as those schools improve Stetson stays the same or goes down while tuition and book fees go up. Book fees that are paid though the only books I have seen are either used or photocopied handouts for classwork. There have also been some bullying problems the past couple of years though I have not heard of anything so far this year. Very disappointed after some good years at Stetson.
--Submitted by a parent

My son has been going to Stetson Baptist since Kindergarten and is an A student. The teachers are great and very caring....but they are NOT your childs parent. It is your responsibility to make sure your child does their homework and teach your child at home not to bully. The teachers can only do so much. This is a great school and worth the money if you can afford it. Whatever school you send your child to it is up to the parents to make sure your child does the right thing. If you cannot take resposiblity for your children, then you are better off sending them to public school.
--Submitted by a parent

My child had some issues in the first half of the year, but in the end it was rectified. I am very impressed with the education he's getting at SBCS, and the office staff is so nice and polite. I think I was too quick when I judged the school before, so shame on me :) it's just hard to not jump the gun sometimes when it comes to your children. Also, I love how small and personal the school is - it's a very nurturing environment, and the teacher / parent interaction here is top notch - I get an updates daily, and the teachers here really work hard to accommodate each child s academic needs.
--Submitted by a parent

Don't send your kids here! Both my children are having a huge issue with bullying which I find ironic considering this is a baptist school that requires each child to sign a non bullying statement upon being enrolled. The bullying is not your a typical bullying either, it is extreme and serious threats have been made. The principal didn't seem the least bit concerned when it was brought to her attention and has even stated that she couldn't guarentee that I will receive my prepaid tuition for next year! I have already found another school that both of my children will be attending next year refund or not! What a horrible experience to have your kids literally terrified to go to school.
--Submitted by a parent

Do NOT enroll your children here! Huge bullying problem. Parents of the worse bullies are on the board & won't discipline them!!
--Submitted by a parent

Do not send your child here... go to channel 6 news and type in Stetson and read what they did to my daughter
--Submitted by a parent

My daughter attends here and she loves it. She is an A student. The teachers are great and you are really getting what you pay for and much more. I am the NEW spanish teacher. I just started the 2010-2011 school year. My students are well beyond colors and numbers. Just this year we have done months, days, school utencils, simple conversation, and telling time and we still have the rest of the year to do more. I suggest you give us a try and stop in and take a look at what we do.
--Submitted by a teacher

this is my first year at the school and some of the teachers are very rude to me the lunches are terrible expensive and they poormouth so bad......
--Submitted by a student

I have 4 children attending SBCS, this is their 2nd year and we all LOVE it. The staff is excellent...very responsible and alert. Aftershool homework help offered which is a great help. Very family oriented shcool. A+++ I've been so inspired we started attending church service. :)
--Submitted by a parent

My child was having difficulties in math no teacher with help her.public school can do better then this school. save your money.
--Submitted by a parent