The First Academy

The First Academy has been a part of our family for 10 years now. I have had the pleasure of meeting and hearing about some of the BEST teachers that are leading my children. Both of my children ( one now graduated) really enjoy the sincerity, knowledge and caring attitude the teachers bring with them every day to the classroom. Thank you so much for the continued example and instruction on how to truly exhibit great character and leadership in this world.
--Submitted by a parent

What an amazing blessing The First Academy has been to our family! We are so thankful that our child has the opportunity to participate in a challenging academic program while learning how to be a leader by Biblical example. The teachers and leadership at TFA truly care about the children and actually pray for them. You rarely find that at other schools. The strong leadership, excellent teachers and Biblical foundation provide an environment where children can not only learn but THRIVE! Thank you, TFA!
--Submitted by a parent

The First Academy has been a huge blessing to our family. While the academics are tough, the teachers provide the support and teaching to help our kids succeed. The Spiritual Formation plan is solid. Our daughter is learning concepts and truth that we would never have thought to try to explain to her in first grade!
--Submitted by a parent

TFA has amazing leadership, with Dr. Steve Whitaker being one of the best Headmasters I have ever seen. He not only knows how to lay a vision for the future, but he knows how to make it happen. And the teachers are made to be the heroes of the school, which inspires them and also honors them for how they pour into these kids' lives. Yes, it is a school with wealthy families and cliques among the parents, but this does not come from the leadership of the school and this is not what is celebrated among the students. Christian character and Excellence in all areas of life are what is emphasized. There are many wonderful families here who are involved in their kids' lives and raise their children to be godly leaders and that is who I choose to focus on, spend time with, and glean from.
--Submitted by a parent

If you don't have lots, and I mean LOTS of money, don't even waste your time going to this school. The parent's think they are so much better than the 'average' person, and if you don't fit their mold, your singled out. They know how to get what they want from teachers and staff to make sure their kids excel. I would not recommend this school to anyone.
--Submitted by a parent

My son and daugher are really enjoying TFA. They have been in 2 other Christian Schools in the north and TFA by far has been the best school.
--Submitted by a parent

My son just finished the Kindergarten program at TFA. I have been amazed how much he has grown academically and socially this past year! The Kindergarten curriculum is a fantasitic balance--the children learn at a remendous rate. And even when they are playing, they are learning and the kids don't even realize it. If you are looking for a great start to your child's education, The First Academy should be your first choice!
--Submitted by a parent

We love TFA. We have been here for 6 years and have had one of our daughters graduate and accepted to 4 different colleges. She attends one of the Florida colleges because of Bright Futures. I can not tell you what TFA means to us as parents, the academic and the spiritual foundation can not be meausred in our eyes. We still have children at TFA and will be here until they graduate. If your looking for a 'family' school this is the one for you.
--Submitted by a parent

Awesome School, Our sports teams are very good. You should definitely come if you are looking for a good private christian athletic school. We have a good fan base and we support our teams all the time.
--Submitted by a student

If you have money or 'connected' you and your child will excell at this school. The Headmaster is a nice man who appears to deeply care about this school but I can say from our experience, Christ's principles aren't always practiced by some staff and and parents. As stated earlier from a previous submission, they follow a warped view of the Golden Rule. 'Those with the gold....rule! I
--Submitted by a parent