Albemarle School

At first I wasn't happy with this school when my daughter started going there at age 3. I spoke to the people in administraive and they were able to transfer her into another classroom. Once she was transfered and had a better teacher we really started to like the school. She is still attending Albemarle School and we plan on keeping her there. If you are unhappy with something that happens there talk to the principal or people in the administrative department. They will try there best to help you out. They helped us and we are very happy there now. Just because a place looks a little run down inside doesn't mean at all it is a bad school.The person who wrote that the school smells is wrong. There isn't a foul smell. I wold recommend this school to everyone. The kids learn alot.
--Submitted by a parent

Not impressed. My daughter is attending preschool here and I can't wait to pull her out. There is an extreme lack in teaching courtesy and being mindful of others. The educational bearings aren't impressive either. Daily my daughter is pushed around and bullied by other students in her class, the issue has been brought to the teacher and administration and nothing has changed. There isn't a lot of focus on academics, it's an expensive play date. The building is in poor condition and has a foul odor. I would not recommend this school to anyone who values their child's education and emotional well being.
--Submitted by a parent

Albemarle school is a good and safe enviroment... but i do not recomnend this school to anyone because the education is poor and it is not clean at all and the teachers do not know how to teach. If you have a payment issue they will work with you for a sort amont of time but not long enough . This school will not perpare you for collage!!!
--Submitted by a student

Both my son and my daughter attend this school. All I can is I love the environment that my children are learning in. I have a very open line of communication with my kids' teachers and this is encouraged. In addition to this, I am encouraged to stop in, to go on field trips, and generally be involved! I love it. Academically I am very happy with what is being taught. Kudos to the school I would not trust my children to the public school system here in E City. Anyone who can afford private school and wants a good education with a great family friend environment for their kids should consider Albemarle. We love it.
--Submitted by a parent

My child is in his second year at this school. School is what children, parents, and faculty make it. I would recommend this school to anyone who can afford before/afterschool care in a private daycare. A proud parent of a great student!
--Submitted by a parent

Albermarle school is not Harvard, this is Elizabeth City for gods sake. It is however, the best school in town as it is very safe and fosters a very family-like and respectful enviroment. I care about my children and will not subject them to Elizabeth City public schools. Do your research and ask around about the public schools. I am very suspect of those posting negative responses; I have heard rumblings about people who are upset because it is 99% white, more than likely it is because they cannot afford it. Academically, my oldest child is excelling compared nationally. My youngest is in pre-school.
--Submitted by a parent

I have been attending Albemarle School and ever since the change in principals the school's students and quality has declined. The learning is almost non-existent and it will not prepare you for college. The only way to succeed in this school is to have lots of money then your child can get every award known to mankind and really good grades. If your a parent I wouldn't recommend this school for your child.
--Submitted by a student

My family is very pleased with Albemarle School. My daughter scored well above average on her CATs, so they must be doing something right. The parents are very involved in all the programs. The facilities are clean and well-kept. I like that they involve the older grades with the younger ones by bringing them into the classroom and reading to the childen. The teacher brought in a butterfly garden this year and the kids got to watch the caterpillars metamorph into a butterfly, fostering an early interest in science and nature.
--Submitted by a parent

The academics are below standard. English is almost none existant in High School. The students believe the school is just about sports; the headmaster is the AD. More money means more perks for your student:higher grades, more playing time in sports,participation in other extracurricular activities. I would not reccomnd this school to anyone who wants their child to be prepared for college.
--Submitted by a parent

We love the small class size and have been very pleased with our son's progress. Some teachers there need to be a little less critical of the students, especially critizing students in front of the others in the class!Need to foster a positive environment!
--Submitted by a parent