Trinity School for Children - Lower Division

Having moved from Fairfax County, VA, one of the strongest school districts in the country, I never thought I would find a public school in Florida that would meet my expectations. I was wrong! Trinity School for Children has exceeded my expectations regarding my daughter's education. She is appropriately and continuously challenged academically. She is provided with many opportunities to strengthen her confidence by speaking in front of many people and working in groups. In addition to the dozen+ field studies the children attend each year, Trinity offers a variety of extra-curricular activities, including traditional sports, piano, dance, karate, Girl Scouts, etc. No school is perfect and I've had my difference of opinion regarding an issue, BUT the staff is always consistent, fair, and open to discussing anything that comes up. Trinity has an open door policy, which I appreciate.
--Submitted by a parent

My son graduated from Trinity this year, he started there in the 6th grade and I am forever thankful! He recieved an education that he would not have recieved in public school, yes you had to pay money and be involved but you are told this up front before you even enroll your child. He graduated with honors and has 2 high school credits. If Trinity had a high school my son would still be going there, we will miss all the teachers and administration. I highly recommend Trinity they really are about education and a lot of hands on learning. The parent involvement is a must with any school or how else will you know what your child is doing?
--Submitted by a parent

I have 2 children who attend Trinity and I have to say I would never change that! The atmosphere is amazing and everyone from faculty to parents are wonderful. I have recommended Trinity to several friends and will only continue to do so! GO TORNADOES
--Submitted by a parent

I have a child at Trinity and am very pleased with the entire program. My child receives the most caring and loving attitude from the Principal to the Staff. The Principal greets the children in the morning, as i witness them running into the school building with a big smile. The teachers are caring and loving and always go the extra mile. I have read the other terrible reviews and am wondering; "Is there something more to this ? I have not observed what these parents are complaining about. Every time we take our children on field trips other people comment on how well behaved they are. I am not sorry I brought my child to Trinity!!!!! I am spreading the word about this wonderful place.
--Submitted by a parent

I am so glad I moved my children from this school. The school definitely does have a lot of parental involvement, but the academics are severely lacking. This school focuses more on having fun then learning. My children started this school ahead and ended up being behind regular public schools by the time we left. Administration is cold and uncaring. The enhancement money is spent wastefully. The students are unruly. What this school claims and what they actually do are polar opposites.
--Submitted by a parent

Our family loves Trinity. For the most part, parents that don't like Trinity just complain because they don't get "their" way. Trinity makes families involved in their kids education . . .why is that such a bad thing? However, we have had 1 bad teacher and when i spoke to administration about it they were very helpful and supportive.
--Submitted by a parent

my children attend northwest elem which is a highly rated school with a supportive administration. My children are happy but I am perplexed. I was told by a 5th grade teacher that grammer is not graded . My children both A and B students cannot spell well. I dont recall many spelling tests in 4th grade. Grammer is a part of writing folks. I am not asking for perfection but this is important . I often wonder if the school rating is more of their concern. More A B students more funding.
--Submitted by a parent

My children attended Trinity for 5 years. I had been happy but started to notice many problems: inexperienced faculty who had very limited ideas on how to teach and no idea how to handle discipline, very detached administration, unrealistic homework assignments both in quantity and level appropriateness, etc. We withdrew our children during last school year and what a difference. Had I known what wonderful neighborhood schools I had I would have NEVER gone to Trinity. Immediately my chldren were placed in gifted programs and challenged correctly. The teachers had constant feedback for me and they KNEW how to teach to different learning styles. I am thrilled with my neighborhood schools. The $500 enrichment fund that Trinity recommends is ridiculous. The school asks for more and more but are very wasteful. They have no storage area but are too quick to throw out good things. I have salvaged so much from their dumpsters. I am so pleased I moved my kids. They cried and fought the move but now they thank me often for moving them.
--Submitted by a parent

My experience at Trinity has been a very positive one. My children have really done well and am i glad that i choose Trinity for my family. The school does ask a lot in terms of participation and that is not for every family but we enjoy being very involved in our child's education.
--Submitted by a parent

I am a staff member at Trinity and i enjoy working their for many reasons. The administration is very supportive and the students and families are great to work with. I understand that not every student and family will "love" the school but i find that it has been a great experience for me. I am sorry that people (students and families) had a bad experience at the school . . . we truly do care about each student and family but Trinity is not the right "fit" for each student. We value parent and student feedback and as teacher's we always will try to improve.
--Submitted by a teacher