Fort Worth Academy

I went to this school for two years and at first it took me awhile to get used to constant laptop use, but eventually laptops became very resourceful. It was a wonderful experience and there is amazing high school counseling for eighth graders going into high school the next year. Your child will get an amazing education and they go on great educational class trips, and the teachers are always there for you. In fact, there are teachers i will never forget. School comes much easier to me now after going to Fort Worth Academy. Your child will always feel welcome and at home. The students are very easy to get along with and make you feel wanted at all times. Whatever your child's academic status is they will always have a way to put them in the right classes needed.

There's no place like home, there's no place like home. This is the best school in the world, wonderful teachings, high tech laptops in all classes K-8th, awesome extra enrichment programs offered, chess, art, sports, talented teachers, strong family volunteers, great teachers. Strong academic program, no more than 15 students per class, caring strong board of directors. A good solid academic program, children are preparing for their futures, this school won a highly respected award for being of the top laptop schools. A fun wonderful educational school, not a rigid environment, very comforting, nurtuing caring environment. My children have attended this school for years, the teachers really go out of their way for students. This is a wonderful school that is small, has proven great results where these children get top pics for high school-they have recruiters come trying to get these kids to attend their high school. FWA children are well prepared for the world and the curricula is a solid program. Spanish, technology, math, science, sports, history, all at this great school. Wonderful field trips, great school family events too.
--Submitted by a parent

Please do not send your child to this school. Once your child gets a laptop, you have to constantly watch to make sure they are not exposed to anything inappropriate. The security procedures on the laptops are very poor and even non-existent in many cases. I don't believe 10-year-olds (5th graders) should be allowed to download almost anything. Kids IM each other during class or try to play games online. These laptops did not replace most of the textbooks and were constantly breaking down or locking up. Once our child got the laptop, math scores declined each year. Overall, the teachers are great, but the administration is very slanted towards big donors. Our child is now at another private school with good leaders and no laptops and scores have improved.
--Submitted by a parent

Sometimes it's the small things that are the best. With a small k-8th grade laptop technology school, that is breaking down barriers and inspiring education like no other public or private school in the entire metroplex and state of TX for that matter. FWA is by far surpassing many schools in the nation. FWA has won 2 awards within this past year, along with being distinguished for the excellent academics. A small delightful learning environment of no more than 15 kids per class room, Spanish, Science, Math, Reading, PE, Art, Music and more! There are wonderful staff who always take great pride in teaching, this school gets it, it is what it is all about taking care of the kids and inspiring learning. With football, baseball, volleyball, cheerleading, musical instruments lessons, art classes, chess club and technology club, this school is not only inviting, this school, is amazing. Terrific children who love learning, great parental volunteering, and activities all year long with the parents club. This school is not cheap however its not expensive, tuition cost is right in the middle, you get a great value of learning and social interaction for a good price.
--Submitted by a parent

Teachers middle and lower school, professional, caring and top notch credentials. Academics, hands on technology with integration of all subjects, math, science, reading, social studies etc. Small class size no more than 15 kids per class room. Preppy cute uniforms, lots and lots of added activities after school, reasonably affordable private school with everything offered. K-8th grade co-ed school. Family support by parents who volunteer allot. The school also won an award for being a lap top technology school and has been noted as a great school in various books as a top school in the nation. This school looks at the little details, very helpful and always there for parents. Small class size for productive learning, art and music classes are excellent. Spanish classes are very innovative and hands on. Science classes are exploratory. There are many sports offered, volleyball, football, cheerleading, chess, art, golf, band music classes and Hebrew is offered.
--Submitted by a parent

My child attended this school, painstakingly, for 1 year before finally having an emotional breakdown. And mind you, it wasn't the schoolwork itself that caused it (that part was fairly easy), but the hostile peers and the school's teachers who seemed indifferent and apathetic to the fact that my child had Asperger's. Yes, FWA is definitely ahead of the game in terms of their academic programs, technology, diversity of student/parent activities, and environmentally-friendly outlook, but if you don't fall under a certain archetype (ie: preppy, extroverted, elitist, or close-minded to name a few) the staff and students will ostracize and belittle you every chance they get. I know for a fact that money doesn't have to make people "bad", but some of the wealthy folks that attend this academy were real monsters.
--Submitted by a parent

My kids have gone to this school since kindergarten. My oldest just graduated this year and is moving on to high school. We have loved it there. My youngest will stay until the 8th grade.
--Submitted by a parent

Fabulous school! I have no idea what the last poster is talking about -- FWA looks for the gifts in every student and the teachers and administration work tirelessly to nurture them. It is a unique and amazing place that values both individuals and community. My kids love the school, the teachers, the headmaster, and the other children. Beyond that, the school is smart and intellectually stimulating. We feel so lucky to be here!
--Submitted by a parent

I love FWA. The teachers and faculty are wonderful. They care about you and are more than willing to help you with your homework and class work. I love how our school is going green! It lets me feel like I can be part of a differance to help the enviorment. Overall a awesome school!
--Submitted by a student

Big things come in Small Packages. This school features 1:1 computer laptops for everyone! Yes, even lower school has daily computer access. They do blogs, wikis, online chats, research, state of the art technology facilities in all grades. 15 kids per classroom 2 classrooms per each great k-8th. Many sports offered, football, volleyball, basketball, cheerleading, chess, drama, pottery, painting, voice lessons, guitar. spanish. Caring environment wonderful academic program with so much opportunity to learn. Advanced curriculum. 100% Peanut Free allergy awareness school. Great ethics, standards and lots of parent involvement. Great school.
--Submitted by a parent