Tampa Bay Christian Academy

I have had numerous opportunities to interact with the teachers at TBCA during the past 5-7 years. In any school you will find someone who is not completely committed to the furthering of their knowledge and the betterment of their classroom activities; however, I will say that my experience with TBCA has nearly proven this incorrect. The teachers are extremely committed to quality education, discipline and providing the students with what they need to succeed in today's society, while leading from a strong Christian model.

Approximately half of our faculty and staff have graduate degrees which includes three members with PhD level degrees. Also, it is a requirement here that we be doubly certified through the state of Florida and our Christian accreditation association. It is our goal and mission to preserve a Christ-centered school culture that strives to continue a level of excellence. Dr. Bode, who has been with us for 30 years, continues to direct the activities of the school and provide strong direction for faculty and students.
--Submitted by a teacher

This school is terrible. They do not hold up the Christian name. The teachers just talk about each other and the school in front of the parents. The teachers barely watch the children. In the younger classrooms, the children just watch TV and play. Dont waste your money. Go where your money and child is valued.
--Submitted by a parent

This is my alma-matter, my son attended this school, and it is the best school in Tampa Bay for high academic standards and also for incorporating morals and love of God within their teaching.
--Submitted by a parent

New name Tampa Bay Christian Academy This school has made great strides. Check out their website. Teachers are well qualified, dedicated, and have love for the students and families. The school does not cater to only high level students, but meets the needs of different abilities. It is culturally diverse and has an international program. I had 2 children attend the school for their entire schooling. They were well prepared for success at the university level. The school is not overly strict but has a good balance of behavioral expectations. They are accredited by SACS and ACSI.

the high school is pathetic. i learned nothing. i got out of that place asap. it smells like mold. the teachers treated me like a middle school student. the year i was there was a complete waste of time and of my parents money. there is no positive feed back about this school. i felt like i was being brainwashed by there stupidity, they act as if there is no outside world, it seems to me that they are stuck in there own little world. they are very outdated with any of there academics and everything else, and i didnt understand one word the science teacher said the entire year.
--Submitted by a student

well, where do i start. i have attended tba which is now tbca for 13 year. and i must say that i am very impressed with all the activities that have been provided. every year the sports are always on a different record, either they are amazing or they are struggling, but they still have very decent sports. just the past couple of years they have added on football and wrsetling our football team was a big success the first two years. the wrestling team has done a termendus jod, we have state record students that have mad it to the chapionships. i have noticed over the years how more and more students are starting to participate in fundraising and same with the staff. the teachers are very one one on one whit you to make sure you will suceed. and well there alot more to say but im outa space.
--Submitted by a student

This school I have been going to for 9 years now. Academically, weak. But teachers have more time to give each student time because of the class size.
--Submitted by a student

Their intervention program is excellent. It is run by a woman that is degreed and specializes in learning disabilities. She is super knowledgable and was able to help diagnose our student when numerous 'experts' could not. Our student is now excelling! This specialized program works with all grades K - 12, to help those students with various learning disabilities. The high school teachers work well with the students to help them at all levels. The high school sports program was excellent last year, winning regional and district titles. One of their former students was named a Rhodes Scholar last year. They seem to prepare their students well for college. My child's friend went to community college last year for financial reasons, even though she was accepted by numerous 4 year institutions. I think this was the case in a good amount of their students. I am continually impressed by Tampa baptist.
--Submitted by a parent

My child has attended TBA high school for 2 years. The high school is small. The 2006 graduating class was 26. The academics seem to be weak. My child has spent little time doing homework at home these past 2 years. The graduation program for the class of 2006 reported that 11 were planing to attend a 4 year university and 12 were planning to attend a 2 year community college. This makes me question how well the school is doing in preparing the students for college. The atmosphere at the school is good. The students are well behaved. Class sizes are small. The teachers are attentive although maybe not demanding enough.
--Submitted by a parent