Great preschool and elementary school programs that supplement core education with growing a…read morechild's self confidence and independence. Teachers genuinely care about each child's progress. The Montessori approach to education equips children to create, challenge and think on their own. I also like that elementary grade children seem to have a lot more movement throughout the day due to the programs design.

An amazing preschool that caters to children aged 16 months to six years old using a warm…read moreenvironment and teachers skilled in the Montessori method! Located in Home Moravian Church, this half-day program is divided into inside and outside activities that are child-led. They offer two, three or five day options. The classrooms are full of simple, intentional toys that provide opportunities for children to solve problems and collaborate with others! The outside space is a simple, natural playground with sand boxes, gardens and "mud kitchens" where kids can use their imaginations. All of this is covered with sunshades for the hotter part of the year. The proximity to Old Salem allows the older children to explore the many sights with the guidance of their teachers. From the perspective of a parent, the school is very intentional about providing resources to help in continuing the Montessori method at home. . I feel like I have learned as much as my children! I have two children in Salem Montessori (one in the younger toddler and one in the three to six class) and both have thrived! If a half-day program fits your schedule, this school is the best option for your children to grow and learn!

I enjoy how secure they have made this elementary school not only by setting it back from the busy…read moretraffic of Stratford Rd, but also what can be tedious to navigate, is also a great plan for the car rider line. It seemed at first like I was going in a maze and winding back and forth, yet never getting to the front of the school, but this is to prevent cars from skipping the line and also children from bolting in parking lot. They have minimum of 2-3 teachers on duty for loading and unloading the kids and also you have to have not only the placard with the right student bad on your dash, but they also change colors each year and grade! The playground also has a double fence near the cars so no escapees run into traffic! The school interior is very easy to navigate and also very clean! The kids can eat outdoors at shaded tables to get fresh air and still be in a safe courtyard area. I also love that you have to buzz in to go inside and not just walk into the school!

We were thrilled when our younger one got picked from the lottery to enroll in this charter school,…read moreand we were really excited when our older one got picked as well (they give preference to siblings attending the same school). My kids have made friends and seem to like it here. There isn't bus service, but I would have had to drive and pick my kids up either way due to bus driver shortages. This is a small school, and the faculty know everyone and their kids here, which is refreshing compared to a larger school. They also don't give homework, which my kids and I love not having that eat up our afternoons for no reason. They claim to teach a regular curriculum but with an artsy twist, making the learning fun and engaging. As far as how much they actually live up to that claim, my older one indicates that they tend to be lacking in that department. Still, I think we prefer it here to your standard public school.

I have 2 children enrolled currently at Arts Based Schools - both in elementary. I could not be…read morehappier with my choice. As a parent, I love the idea of an art-incorporated curriculum. The idea is to teach them lessons not only through words, but also visual, audio, and even performance lessons. Dance class is the dance of the molecules. While the current science lesson would be the phases of matter. Plenty of overlap and reinforcement. My kids LOVE it there. They dont notice the lack of a traditional gymnasium. Teachers are all very nice. Tutoring and special assistance is available for kids that need it. And the parent community is very invovled - and non judgy... because most of us are artists. All these reasons are why I have a third child starting there in the fall.

This is the BEST school in the county!!! All the teachers are top notch and truly love what they…read moredo. The school is small but it makes for such a great environment. You feel like family and everyone knows you here!!!

We enrolled our daughter at St. John's in Kindergarten and began with high hopes. By the middle of…read morefirst grade, we had to pull her out. The collapse was swift and impossible to ignore. At the end of our very first year, two out of six teachers quit, and the younger preschool classrooms were revolving doors of staff changes. One teacher was stretched so thin he was teaching gym, music, computers, and filling in across departments. That is not "well-rounded education," that is desperation by leadership. There is so much nepotism and favoritism here as well. It's uncomfortable and glaringly apparent. Leadership is the heart of the problem. The principal, barely in her thirties, is condescending, inexperienced, and unwilling to take accountability. Families raised concerns again and again, only to be brushed off. The entire experience got worse when this principal hired her Mother-in-law as the fifth grade teacher and she became a by proxy principal/drill sargent. Our daughter's first-grade teacher was visibly struggling and unprepared after only 3 years of total overall teaching experience. This created a classroom environment that was neither stable nor enriching. She was let go after only one year at this school. Meanwhile, the school is constantly begging for money. Endless fundraising campaigns, yet the standards sink lower and lower. It became painfully clear this school exists to keep the church's lights on, not to serve the children entrusted to it. We invested ourselves fully, tried to become part of this community, and watched it unravel in just 18 months. Since leaving, the flood of negative reviews has only confirmed we weren't alone. SJL school rather than addressing issues is just blocking google and facebook reviews. Unless there is a serious overhaul in leadership, this school won't make it another five years. And make no mistake: it was never just us! We know now of 3 other families that were in class with us that have also pulled their children from this school.

I want to speak up for the sake of other families. There are…read morecurrently multiple open investigations involving this school. Out of respect for those involved--and because I've been asked by law enforcement--I cannot share details, especially since they involve minors. What I can share is my personal experience. My family was part of St. John's for nearly six years, and my daughter thrived for most of that time. However, after Tiffany Banks became principal two years ago, our experience changed significantly. Over the past year, I had multiple meetings with administration regarding serious concerns about my daughter's safety and well-being. Those concerns were not handled in a way that gave me confidence that my child--or other children--were being properly protected. When I later discovered my daughter had been hurting for months, the response I received from leadership was deeply troubling and lacked both urgency and compassion. As a parent, that was something I could not ignore. We made the decision to withdraw our children in January. In my experience, there was a lack of transparency and a pattern of communication that left me feeling that important information was not being fully shared with parents. I stayed quiet for months, but I can no longer do that in good conscience. If you are considering this school, I strongly encourage you to ask direct questions, stay closely involved, and trust your instincts when it comes to your child's safety. If you would like to speak privately, you are welcome to message me directly on facebook. - Sydney Cole

Winston Salem Christian School is located on Patterson Avenue and caters from 3 year olds to High…read moreSchool. You would think it's a small school but it actually has a lot of international students who live on campus. They are faith based and have numerous athletic programs that compete with other schools. Their Early Learning Center is open pretty much all year which is a huge help to working parents. There is an Elementary & Middle School together and HS in a separate building. They have their own gymnasium and athletic fields. Teachers here are great and friendly in a welcoming environment and atmosphere. If you are looking for a faith based private school, go take a tour.

Great place! I have been a part of Winston Salem Christian school for 8 years and I have seen a…read morediverse community that cares about Christian education.

This school is AMAZING!!!! Choice based learning, inquiry based learning, design thinking. The…read moreschool fosters creativity and deep thinking. They have bees, chickens, a greenhouse, hydroponics, composting. Awesome teachers, awesome facilities.

All the bees, chickens and greenhouses in the would can't make this school amazing. It's an…read moreacademic mess with a subpar administration; the only goal is to bring in more money. There is little advocacy for children, and the parents are afraid to say a word, lest their children become targets. The administration ambushes teachers at every turn, and I expected better than average academics from a private school. And, the well-known problem with bullying never gets addressed. Summit talks a good game, but they sidestep problems that cause significant issues for children. Don't put your child's education at risk; see you at FCDS.

This is the best school I have ever been priveledged to deal with. My grandson has been attending…read morefor 2 years now and loves it. H ecomes home happy and respectful and well in tune with moral values and biblical teachings. The teachers deeply care about the students and give individual attention if needed. The whole staff network is friendly and go out of their way to find answers to any question asked. I wish this school was around when I was school aged. No buuying, no clicks. Everyone is included. No one acts better than anyone else. My whole family is very impressed in this day and age there are still svhools like this out there. With much appreciation, Donna Greco

I absolutely love this school! My kids are growing academically and spiritually because they are…read moreloved and supported by wonderful teachers. SCS is academically strong. Students have numerous opportunities to take Honors, AP, and college level classes. SCS students' SAT and ACT test averages are above national, state, and local averages. The elementary teachers are amazing. They challenge my kids but also love them. My elementary student is working well above grade level in reading and math. I am so thankful for this school!

Great school! School…read moreof excellence. Wonderful teachers. I am blessed that my children attended this school.