Old Redford Academy - Elementary

My grandson failed kindergarten at the school last year. This year he is on the honor roll. His current teacher could not understand why he was held back along with some other children in her class this year. Something is wrong with this picture.

At one point in time, I gave this school a good rating because they had really good teachers. Now I hate the school not because of all the teachers but some of the bad apples as well as the administration. Administration has been very unorganized since they have brought in a new building administrator. As far as the teachers are concerned, one day I had gone to parent teacher conference and a teacher was complaining about her job because she has to do extra work like print papers in order for the kids to understand. HELLO thats what teachers do! she obviously does not have a passion for children which will reflect on the kids work. if you dont care about your kid, then ORA is the place for them.
--Submitted by a parent

If your the type of parent who complains about rules and regulations then this school isn't for you. No fights and there pently of after school programs like environment science club,art club,french club,etc...

I have one child attending ORAE and one at ORAM, My son is in 6th grade and I love how his teachers keep me involved with his learning and with whats is going on in school seeing that I can not be there due to work. They keep me informed via email so what ever take place in school that day i am aware rather its good news or bad news, this gives me the oppertunity to address the situation right away instead of waiting on parent teacher conference. I love this school. Keep up the good work staff.
--Submitted by a parent

Old Redford Academy is a very good school for parents who are active in helping their child(ren) to obtain the best academic achievement possible. I like the zero tolerate disciple school environment. My child has learned a lot.
--Submitted by a parent

As a involved parent Old Redford was not a good experience. The teacher's are not dedicated in teaching the children. They teach independed learning. They are quick to label your child instead of working with the chlid and the parent. The children have no voice. This will be my child last year. A school must have ccommitted teachers who listen.
--Submitted by a parent

This school is awful they fuss about everything.. Today 4/15/2010 just broke the camel back they did a sweep in the school regarding shoes no stitches, or color in the shoes they have to be all black... What a mess....... what does my son shoes have to do with him learning. I rate this school -0
--Submitted by a parent

This school was better when it was K-6 only.I agree with some parents, all teachers cannot become good administrators. Old Redford can and should be a school of choice for all student needs. Parents need to step up and demand better. Remember a school is no better than the person in charge. This should be a peson committed,dedicated,and responsibe to see that teaching and learning is of a high standard at this inner city school. Submitted by a former teacher.
--Submitted by a parent

Very high on discipline and very low on diverse education and stability
--Submitted by a parent

Old Redford is not my best experience. The turnover rate of staff and students is outrageous. Teachers are poor and does not provide feedback on a regular basis.
--Submitted by a parent