Delaware Christian School

I started school at DCS in elementary and grew up there, recently graduating. The class sizes are small, which I thought was wonderful... I didn't have to worry about being a lost face. All the teachers knew me well. The teachers take time to get to know the students, almost to a point when they know a certain student will struggle with an aspect or will have trouble completing the homework. It's great! Although some students will complain about the uniforms, personally, I was grateful to have them. I didn't have to worry about what I was going to wear each day. The curriculum is tough. It certainly prepares students to go to college, as I feel I am ready to move on to the next phase of life. As with everything, DCS is not perfect and has its flaws... those flaws, however, are nothing compared to the positive things about the school. My family and I have always enjoyed DCS, the administration, and the positive outcome from me being a student.

What a shame I have to give DCS one star! No amount of complaining to the principal or school board president has changed anything. Discipline is inconsistent. The high school teachers are pleasant and well-intentioned, but some are just not good teachers! Test scores are falling, e.g., OGTs. Enough of the teachers are always behind in grading and recording grades that it's inexcusable. Teachers are teaching courses that they are just not trained to do so. The principal is ineffective at keeping his teachers on course and he talks about making changes, but it's just talk. My husband and I have complained repeatedly about the lack of consistent discipline (one kid gets into trouble for one thing while another student does the same thing with no disciplinary action taken) and nothing ever changes. We were heavily involved in the school--we tried our best for the sake of the students. DCS students deserve a better school and principal. He has too much control over the school board and even the pastor of the church. Who's watching the principal to ensure he's doing the right thing? (I am only speaking of the high school. My girls were never at DCS for elementary).
—Submitted by a parent

I love this school! My teen has been attending since Kindergarten, as have my younger kids. The teachers teach and guide kids and love on them. They encourage them to do their best. The principals uphold Biblical principles and discipline. Kids will be kids growing up, no matter what kind of school they attend, and DCS uses Biblical lessons to help correct the kids when they need it. The coaches care about both their sports AND their athletes. And when you compare performance vs cost to similar schools in the area, DCS comes out WAY ahead. Not to mention that the local city schools spend more on ONE child than DCS costs for four (last I read, it was $16K for ONE student in the public schools, whereas you could do about four kids for the same price at DCS). This is an Excellent school, and I'm very, very happy that our kids attend Delaware Christian School.
—Submitted by a parent

Your child will receive a top notch education both academically and spiritually! Our son has experienced an incredible amount of support, care, and guidance in his now going on four years at DCS! The staff is willing to work with the parents to overcome any hurdles our challenges your child may go thru and the constant dedication and love illustrated by this school is so evident in my child's life and education! We are so blessed to be apart of the DCS family!
—Submitted by a parent

Each academic teacher, administrator, and staff person consistently go out of their way to offer exceptional teachings and guidance to the children in a loving and dignified manner.
—Submitted by a parent

I love DCS because of quality of school it is. I teach 2nd grade there, but both of my children also attend. I have appreciated the teachers and staff and their willingnes to help my famly in many ways. I enjoy teaching because the kids are great and their families are very encouraging.
—Submitted by a teacher

I love our dedicated staff!
—Submitted by a parent

I love DCS because I know that each and every student is loved and appreciated and encouraged to develop into exceptional servants of God!
—Submitted by a parent

DCS is a wonderful, family oriented school. The staff at DCS knows all the kids by name and care deeply for their children. The education that my child receives is top notch and so glad we chose DCS as our school for our children.
—Submitted by a parent

DCS gives our children a top notch education and at the same time teaches the love of God, love of their country, the importance of family, and how to respect one another. Their staff is so giving of themselves and truly cares about each and every student. We as parents are blessed!
—Submitted by a parent

DCS has caring teachers with excellent skills and an intense desire to see their students excel spiritually as well as academically. Most of all, the school is devoted to understanding and LIVING God's Word!

Couldn't ask for a better school and staff.
—Submitted by a parent

These coaches are not just coaches, the teachers are not just teachers, the staff not just staff. This is not just a job to them. It's their life, their ministry. They go beyond the books to reach my children. I can't thank them enough for their personal invovlement in my children's lives.
—Submitted by a parent

Being able to incorporate God and His Word into every aspect of education is just the beginning of the great things that take place at Delaware. Not to mention all the faculty and staff's great love and dedication for each and every student; sincerely caring about each of them. ( etc.!) Being with the school for my entire life, I know firsthand how DC works hard to challenge students in all of life's areas; and how that really assists in life after the turning of the tassel.
—Submitted by a parent

Delaware Christian School is the greatest investment we have ever made. The quality of the teaching along with the outstanding values being taught makes this our favorite school!
—Submitted by a parent

Because I know that not only will my children be challenged by excellent academics, but that they will also be challenged to be excellent people. Moral standards are as important in the development of my child, and serve to create a much safer and wholesome environment in which to learn. The administrators and teachers are fantastic! I give them 5 Stars!
—Submitted by a parent

Delaware Christian School has given my son (8th grade) a place where he can grow and be nurtured in his faith, as well as, receive a top notch education. Every child is treated with dignity and grace and the teachers are not only outstanding in their area of study, but teach with kind and compassionate hearts.
—Submitted by a parent

They really care that my children succeed and grow their character. It is rated top 65 academically in Ohio and best in a multi-county area. They pray for our children - not just an academic education.
—Submitted by a parent

Uniforms! And it's not crowded.
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For their leadership and showing the community that our students care and their excellent academics.
—Submitted by a parent