North Raleigh Christian Academy

I'll start with a criticism (as no school is perfect)...I have 3 children at NRCA (1st, 3rd, and 6th grades) and I don't think the elementary school curriculum is difficult enough for above-average students. There is no program for academically gifted children, big minus in my book! Some of the science teaching is not real science. Now the good part... The parents are high quality, educated, and involved!!! Major advantage over public schools! Gorgeous facilities! Teachers are not "beaten down" like many in public schools; they all seem to have smiles on their faces at morning drop-off. No tolerance for bullying, disruptive behavior, foul language, baggy pants, body piercings, or shaggy hair. Students are polite and respectful. No public school politics!!! Huge advantage! All in all I really like North Raleigh Christian Academy and I am blessed that I can send all 3 of my children there.
--Submitted by a parent

Curriculum in a box. Not challenging or creative. Egocentric headmaster who has little understanding of academics and Christian worldview. Will not re-enroll my children next school year.
--Submitted by a parent

North Raleigh was a true answer to prayer for our family. This is our second year there. We feel our child is challenged in a very positve way to excel in everything she does. She is taught to think about what she processes and to use her resources to help her. The teaching staff has organized me as a parent to keep up with all that is going on. With the hard passing of a family member, they could not have loved our family more. They really go over and beyond to care for people and care enough to train them in all aspects of life with excellence. When I volunteer, I am so encouraged every week to see the level of learning deepening. I have an undergrad and master's degree in education. I use to teach in the public school and this is exceptional. They really do education well and strive to do it better every day! VERY pleased!
--Submitted by a parent

We are so glad that we chose this school for our kids. It really feels like a community. The school really is an extension of our home as far as beliefs and values go. NRCA is really high-tech with their services and tools. We can go online at anytime and see our kids' homework assignments and grades. The teachers have the ability to leave comments with the grades as well. Anytime I've emailed a teacher, I've received a response very promptly. NRCA is also a member of the National Junior Honor Society which is a plus for our Middle Schooler. The students place 2-3 grade years higher than the grade they're in on standardized testing. This will certainly help prepare our kids for college. The drama/fine arts and athletic programs are stellar as well. Our kids are even more polite and respectful since they've been attending NRCA. As parents, we feel privileged to have our children going to school here. It's truly a postiive learning environment devoid of any distractions. There's a strict dress code- if I could change anything I'd like to see them implement uniforms (would be much easier). Most teachers have post Bachelor's Degree educations.
--Submitted by a parent

This school TERRIBLE! As a divorced parent, this school has gone out of their way to make me feel unwelcome, to exclude me from my child's curriculum, to make sure I do not receive school work, to not update me on academic progress of my child. My child is bullied constantly at this school. There seems to be no concern from the teachers on this matter. I highly DO NOT recommend it.
--Submitted by a parent

NRCA prepared our academically-oriented daughter for her time at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill academically and spiritually. The strength of character and integrity taught at NRCA enhanced her biblical worldview and the depth of NRCA's academics served her well in such a highly competitive environment. It was apparent that the teachers were not committed to a job but to the success of their students. Our daughter grew academically, spiritually, and socially into the fine young lady, wife, and now mother she is. Thank you NRCA for joining hands with us as parents in making a difference in our daughter's life. It was very instrumental to the future she now enjoys. As parents, we truly experienced a Kingdom education.
--Submitted by a parent

Basic education does not teach kids how to think, but directs what they are told to think. Back stabbing and bullying environment does not speak to a Christian emphasis. We won't return next year.
--Submitted by a parent

Our daughter was in Wake County Public School from K-5. She wasn't challenged academically until her 5th grade year when she was lucky to get a very caring and involved teacher. We chose NRCA after realizing that so many kids at her current and future WCPSS assignment were failing which would certainly take teacher's attention away from students who were high scorers. We had heard NRCA has "tons of homework" and that our child would experience "super conservative- unrealistic biblical teachings." Homework- yes, it's more than we experienced in WCPSS, but it's manageable and our daughter hasn't complained one time. She enjoys what she's learning and has 1-2hrs/night. Yes, there is some weekend homework, but again, not a big deal. Biblical teachings are perfectly reasonable and appreciated by our daughter and by us as well. She participated in a sport and had an amazing coach and dedicated training team to help her through her first sports-related injury. There has been ZERO drama at this school which is a HUGE relief. Our daughter was bullied at her former school and it really dampened her spirit. She's truly thriving here and the price is well below the local average.
--Submitted by a parent

This is our first year at NRCA and now half way through, we couldn't be more pleased! We have three kids there -- two in middle and one in elementary. We came from a local charter school and choose NRCA for its Christian aspect, wonderful performing arts and athletic programs, as well as its high standards for academics. We feel very blessed to be at NRCA! It is well worth the money and other sacrifices that go along with a private school.
--Submitted by a parent

Horrible experience, counting down the days that my child is finishing this school year. We won't be re-enrolling them.
--Submitted by a parent