So far My son and I are loving this school. I'm going to start off with the Cons because I honestly…read moredon't have many. The neighborhood that the school is in has terrible roads. Most of the houses in the immediate area are French Style New Orleans homes so it's really cute. Just be aware that if you drive a couple blocks down in the wrong direction the roads will start tearing apart and scenery will change. I've told a few people my son will be attending this school and most ppl applaud the news. I hear great feedback from other parents of a mix of different races and I've only heard good things about them. During orientation they stressed about how they are a school who welcomes families of different cultures and students who have differences. And I feel like they mean it. During orientation one of the teachers was giving a story about how much they care about their students and how racism is around us so much and the students who attend this school will learn how to accept one another and learn and understand the different cultures of different races and learn to love one another. The lady was in tears at the end of her speech and I just knew she meant every word of it. We did apply for a scholarship to attend the school, we applied rather early and we got in. They have an online system to pay for lunch, field trips, donations etc.. which I think is very organized. They do have a bus service for New Orleans parish residence, for Jefferson Parish, parents have to pay for bus service. Inside the school is very clean, everything looks fairly new, colorful, bright, and organized. I'm really picky so yes I looked around. The equipment in the cafeteria also looked fairly new and clean. They stress the importance of music, art, and physical education. Which most schools do not. Also they have a speech therapist at the school. Some people tried to discourage me from bringing my son to a language school when he has some catching up to do with his speech. It's amazing to see that he's not the only child who struggles with speech and they have professionals there to help regardless if he's learning one language or two. They also have after school programs like home work help if they stay in after school care, science club, and Soccer Shots. My son just started attending, we find out who our teacher is on Monday but I'm really excited, some say it may be challenging but we are ready for it.

A new Orleans school that can have classes, federal and local voting and open house day - all on…read moreNovember 4th is a rarity that deserves all the praise!

This school is great, but there are issues. My main issue is if you transfer from a regular public…read moreschool, it is extremely difficult to catch up. Work that would have been an A plus at the regular school becomes a B- or lower. It takes a toll on mental health for sure because just imagine excelling at your old school but then it gets flipped upside down that quick. Quite pathetic.

I love Patrick Taylor!…read more Preface, my children are 1000X more intelligent than I am. I never got Bs much less A's ever. This is one of the rare schools in the NOLA area that consistently score A+ overall. To get here, the kids have to test in. That alone is scary intimidating for an adult, much less a 12yr old child. Basically the best of the best come here. Thankfully one of my girls (hopefully both) attends this school and it is by far the best decision her Mother and I have made. My children have attended private school their entire lives , not because the teachers are of better quality, or the school building is, but because the parents are more invested in their children's education. Better parents, better kids. In my opinion. Better kids means less disruption and other negative behaviors in school. Private schools don't need to keep bad kids in school because there is typically a waiting list to get in from parents that are fortunate enough to be able to afford the ski high tuition. Patrick Taylor Science and Technology Academy has the same parent student standards. There is no messing around here. The difference is that is is a public school. A school I am already paying for. Bonus! The school is definitely a newer building. My first impression was it reminded me of the Disney High School Musical school. Super modern, huge open spaces, oozing high tech everywhere. School spirit and art hanging. It kind of reminds me of my years in high school but without the danger and bullying. Oh and on that. All the kids here have a 3.5 minimum average. All of them are super smart. And I would say the majority, with all due respect, are nerds. Wonderful, beautiful , lovely nerds. There is pocket protectors all over the place. Thick glasses, slacks pulled up too high and raging acne and I don't see any kind of bullying, teasing or nothing. These children are awesome!! I try and make as many parent events as possible, talent shows, teacher meetings, lunch with Dads and all and I absolutely love this school and how the kids of all races and sizes interact with each other. I find my daughter excelling and growing academically and socially at an amazing pace. I cant help her with her homework anymore. They are advanced big time. The children that graduate from here, ALWAYS get a Taylor grant. I know a child graduating this year and will attend Loyola ...full ride. That's what they do at this school. Set kids up for success. Not for the stupid annual year end testing. If you have the means , and maybe even think your child is smart, test in here or a sister A+ school.

Both my sons have had a great experience with friends and teachers. My kids are both athletic and…read moreit's great the school has a variety of sports which allowed them to be in sports all school year, (football, soccer , track and cross country) . I am very thankful for the teachers they have had from 2nd to 8th grade (these are the grades attended) . All teachers were easily accessible and responded to all my inquiries same day sometimes within the hour. The best part from my experience with Belle chasse Academy is the communication, I have been in the know when it comes with anything involving my kids. Communication is sent through parent square app, posted on their Facebook page and for extremely time sensitive information receive an automated call. Both my kids have had the opportunity to be in advance math which will have them enter high school with a math credit completed. BCA has many opportunities for advanced students to continue advancing in all core classes and earn high school credits in 8th grade. For our family BCA has been a great school and exceeded our expectations.

My daughter is in 8th grade and loves it. No complaints there. My middle son is in 4th grade and…read morehas also been doing well. However, my other son is in Kindergarten and has had a a horrible experience. Ms. Bylsma is not a good teacher and extremely rude. My son was so excited for Kindergarten and has a happy spirit. Not only did Ms. Bylsma kill his spirit, but ruined his Kindergarten experience. We removed him from her class and doing home school. Multiple families around us had the same comments about her. Choose a different teacher if your child is going into kindergarten.

I went to this school back in the 60's. What a delightful school it Was. I was shocked upon my…read morereturn in the 90's to see an inner city war zone school. There is even barb wire above the full ht chain fence. I realize we vision our childhood places as more grandur then they might be but I was speechless to see this happy, carefree child school turned into a brick, concrete barb wire facility. I would never send a child to this type of setting. my heart breaks for how it was and how it is.

I love this school we get to have free play after lunch and we can play many sports but the math…read moreteacher for 6th grade is strict and unfair she gets mad at me from someone talking (for anyone her name is Benoit, also I had got injured from a exercise because we had to run backwards and I fell I tried to catch my self.

I went here since the k through 2nd grade and I hated it because once there was a fight in the…read morehall. The teachers wanted nothing to do with the kids and only Ms. Cotton was the best caring teacher and the only one. I would not recommend this school and would not bring my kids here because of how bad it was.

A great place for kids to learn. Friendly and courteous staff. Treats my kids like their own. I…read morewouldn't go anywhere else!