Highly recommended! I've got two of my students at DaVinci presently, a 9th grader and a 12th…read moregrader. Both started in 7th at DaVinci Jr High on the Emerson campus. It is a smaller pond than Davis Senior High, and there is less of an academic pressure-cooker vibe at DV. The students and faculty there are accepting of different folks and the atmosphere is very welcoming. There is academic rigor without brutal competition, which to me is the educational sweet spot. Check it out - you'll like it.

I'm eternally grateful that I chose to go to Da Vinci Charter Academy - the teachers are amazing…read moreand really care about the students here. The community is excellent ( I made so many life-long friends) and the project based learning challenged me and helped prepare me for college and my career. 11 years later I'm still using skills I learned at Da Vinci. If you're on the fence about choosing Da Vinci over a more traditional high school experience, I cannot recommend it enough!

Grades 10-12 only here. Not enough parking for students much less others to come on campus. Parking…read morelot rough in spots and crazy at start and end of school day. Good school but campus is not in the best of repair. Newly revamped football stadium is best feature of the school currently.

Great school, plenty of amenities and choice of classes an activity's. The teachers are engaging…read moreand genuinely care about the students academic progress and mental state. Clean campus with a new science building and great band- orchestra, lots of opportunity for after school sports and other clubs.

Nice little school, I brought my Jr. High basketball team here 4 time this year. Each time the…read morestaff greeted us and was very friendly, The gym hasn't changed since I came here when I was in Jr. high. The only bad thing about the place is its hard to find a restroom and there was a lot of trash on the ground.

This district doesn't have it together like the others. They can be messy with their work and can…read morebe unresponsive. Sadly I also agree with the other review about services. If you are not receiving services for your child that they are entitled by law to, you might need a lawyer to ensure those services are met... Stars go to the wonderful teachers and staff who try to make a difference everyday despite the structure and organization and lack of resources and funding.

The school ! I was once a student here the staff are so nice and welcoming the school is very clean…read morealso the food fire all the teachers help you if you need it no matter what and they get to know as person not just as a student for a person for example for example one teacher is learning a dance for me you Learn a lot from the classes

My kids went to this school for a couple of years and then COVID hit and their ability to manage…read morereally showed their true colors. The school is incredibly liberal and leftist progressive!! I mean it is Davis CA. The principal at the time (Heather Church) is very wishy-washy of when she wants to follow the rules and guidance of the diocese and private school systems versus the Davis public school system. If you have an issue with the school and take it all the way up the chain of command to the Superintendent/Regional Director Catholic School Department just know they are of no help in resolving issues and parents speaking out.

Awesome school! Some conflict, but it is well managed as soon as noticed. They have good hot lunch…read morethat you fill out a week in advance with minimum of 5$. They have a nice playground, and in PE you play good things like soccer, basketball, dodge ball, and pickle ball. Would recommend if you want your child to have a good experience with God, or whatever religion you have. They welcome everyone here.

Our three kids attend GVCA and my wife is an alumna of the school so we can speak from many…read morevantages about the excellent foundation this school offers students. The teachers approach their subjects with incredible enthusiasm and have extensive professional experience and personal care for each child. Our students come home daily excited to share about what they have learned in the classroom. We especially appreciate the team teaching approach at all grade levels which allows each subject to be taught by experts who focus on creating the best learning experience in their areas. Each teacher also deeply cares about the character development of each student, providing individual feedback about how to grow and thrive academically and to be successful Christian young people. As a student my wife found her writing skills especially solidified in the level of feedback and engagement the incredible teacher to student ration afforded. Furthermore, the friendships she forged as a student decades ago still stand strong.

My 2 children have attended this school for several years now, and I am so grateful for this school…read morein our life! Academically the kids end up approx 1 year ahead in math, and many of them are taking Jr college classes as soon as 9th grade, getting a head start on life. Spiritually, the school is based in Christian education and encourages the children toward personal relationships with God. The class sizes are small (my kids are in classes of 11 and 19) which means the teachers spend a lot of personalized time with all the students, including personalized extra work or tutoring when needed. The teachers check in personally with parents often which is much appreciated. We know and trust the kids teachers and know what they are being taught, no woke silliness. Bullying and mean speech are not tolerated among the children.

It's a very good school all teachers are nice but sometimes the kids can be weird and annoying.read more

Was charged assessment fee and then told there was no room in the class. Was told there was room in…read moreanother class I was interested in. Was told admissions/administration would call me back within day or two to answer my questions. Several days later and still haven't heard back from school. It's deceptive to charge assessment fee when admissions knows there isn't room available. Bad business practice not to return calls as promised.

Talked to Kelly by email many times. I was available 3 out of the 5 days they operate, in order to…read morehave a tour. Wanted to tour the campus to see if the school is right for my kids. Kelly could not set that up. But asked me for a multi-year commitment before I even had a chance to see if the school might be a good fit. It wasn't the only problem, but the the strangest. In my mind that sums everything up. A school with a sense of importance above the children and families they serve. It is not unusual for a school such as this to have this attitude. It is simple disappointing. Remember, if the person set up to interact with you when making an enrollment decision is unhelpful and inexperienced, think what the kids will get. Enrollment for the first time should be the honeymoon period.

This school is awesome! I got to be a student intern here during my undergrad in a 2nd/3rd grade…read morecombination classroom with a really TALENTED and AMAZING teacher. She is still one of my contacts until today. Man, maybe I'm biased because the kiddos in my classroom where so freakin adorable and smart. There is a nice big black top for the kids to play, including a play structure and a field. There are always yard duties out. The cafeteria also has an outdoor area for sitting, so it's nice to have both. The secretary and office personnel were always friendly, and I can't say that about every school. The other teachers I talked to were also nice. Plus, one of my friend's mom works here =)