Shorecrest Preparatory School

Shorecrest hires their teachers according to diploma prestige, giving additional priority to teachers who have taught overseas. As a result, very few of their teachers can actually teach to the broad range of learning styles that make up a classroom of students. To fill this gap, Shorecrest offers private tutoring - $80 for 30 minutes. Free help after school does not exist. The school actively promotes an elitist attitude, focusing on building a "state-of-the-art," "look at us," campus, to the detriment of providing an education to all the students which they have contracted to educate. Tuition is upward of $17,000 yearly and everything else is extra. Shorecrest's fund raising efforts are the forefront of their communication with parents. Community service projects rely on parents' purchasing power as opposed to students' hands-on efforts; accordingly, there is no altruistic learning. After 4-years at Shorecrest, we have decided to send our child elsewhere for high school. My husband and I both come from families of educators, although education is not our chosen profession.
--Submitted by a parent

II dis agree with the post about colleges not looking at how challenging courses are! Currently in the college search process, that is one thing they absolutely look at!! The weight your GPA based exactly on the difficulty of your course liad giving Shorecrest students a great advantage!!!
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I attended this school from K-12 and must say that this is an excellent school compared to others in the area. On several occasions "A" students from other schools transferred and found that it isn't easy to earn an "A" at Shorecrest. I have gone on to get undergrad and graduate school, and hands down, Shorecrest challenged me more. Their are negatives: the ciriculum is very tough so it is hard to earn great grades and colleges don't consider that you went to school that has higher standards. So if a college is looking for someone with a 3.7 gpa you have a much better shot of getting that grade at a public school, NSCS, or Canterbury. There is a sense of elitism at this school. Many kids are spoiled beyond belief. The sense of entitlement can drive a "normal" parent crazy. Most of the kids have never heard the word No with is dishearting. Just go to the 12th grade parking lot....you probably won't find a car that is older than 5 years. Above all, if you instill strong family values at home and want a strong education go with Shorecrest.

I can only give this school and average mark for the following reasons: the teachers are not there because they want to be. They are obviously heavily influenced by the wealthy parents. This is not a school I will allow my student to attend any longer. The richest 1% of the nation truly does dictate public policy. Even down to the grade school level. This is absurd and not something I am willing to allow my child to be subjected to. It is not the real world as we are not wealthy parents. I dare say even if we were we would not instill within our children the elitist mentality so many of the other parents instill upon their spoiled brats.
--Submitted by a parent

Not sure where the comment about teachers lacking passion came from in a previous comment. I've been very impressed with the faculty at Shorecrest and consider them the reason to send my kids to school there. While no school is perfect, I know that my two kids are challenged and supported by a caring group of educators. The opportunities outside the classroom are spectacular as well. How many other schools can offer sports teams, middle school plays, clubs, and even weekend activities for pre-schoolers?
--Submitted by a parent

My child attends Shorecrest and every day I feel fortunate that she is able to receive her education in such a wonderful environment, with so much to offer! She is is faced with healthy challenges every day and has grown astronomically since entering the school. The parent support network is fantastic and warm and the lessons go far beyond academics. I would (and have) recommend Shorecrest to anyone. It really is the best education I can provide for my child!
--Submitted by a parent

Shorecrest is tops in the early childhood, but as you progress to middle school, you have quite a few inexperienced teachers and lack of passion for teaching. If you have an above average student place put them in public school where they will be challenged. Be prepared to hire tutors if your student needs help, you will not find any extra help after school.
--Submitted by a parent

This is an incredible school. Far beyond any expectations I could ever dream. The teachers are excellent, some with MASTER degrees!! The campus is virtually all new. The classes offered during and after school are fantastic! The Headmaster and all of the Division Heads are personable and genuine. School work is definitely above grade level to public school. There is a strong influence on writing, the arts, and sports. I would highly recommend this school!
--Submitted by a parent

This school was ammazing for college preparation! I've seen teachers set aside time to personally talk with students and parents. Plus, they are as experienced as any proffessor. Not only does Shorecrest have an amazing academic program though, it has afterschool athletics and a great student body! Take my word for it, I was a student!

The teachers at Shorecrest are the best. The Upper Division teachers prepare the students so well for their college classes that my son ended up tutoring many of his classmates on how to write papers, study, etc. Additionally, the teachers have great relationships with their students and the kids stay in touch for many years. Our experience has been outstanding!
--Submitted by a parent