Love this school! We've been here for 7 school years now. My kids are thriving. They are in the…read moreElementary and Middle School at the moment. It feels like a family. They do a huge event for grandparents day each year. The teachers really love the students. We'll be there through graduation for sure.

I'm a student here, and this school is so good! The teachers incorporate Christ into everything,…read moreand are sooo nice! They try not to give tons of homework, but it is still a very rigorous education. They have tons of sports and extracurricular activities. LOVE MY SCHOOL

I am disappointed with how this daycare/school handled my child's potty accident…read more I fully understand that we have responsibility as parents to provide extra clothes, and I can acknowledge that we should have had backup clothes available. That part is on us. However, young children have accidents, especially when they are adjusting to a new environment, and I was shocked by how the situation was handled. I received a call telling me that my child had an accident and that I needed to bring shorts or pants because they were currently only in their shirt. I was also told that if I could not bring clothes, my child would remain without pants. That is the part I cannot accept. A childcare facility should still have a basic contingency plan for situations like this. No child should be left exposed, embarrassed, or without proper clothing because there are no backup options available. Even when a parent forgets something, the child's dignity and comfort should remain the priority. What makes this even more concerning is that since starting at this school, my child's confidence and self-esteem seem to have changed. They have started saying things like, "I don't use my listening ears. I never do," and "I'm a bad kid." As a parent, that is heartbreaking to hear. Children should be corrected and redirected with patience and care, not in a way that makes them internalize shame or feel like they are bad. A potty accident should be handled privately, calmly, and respectfully. It should never become something that adds to a child's embarrassment or affects how they see themselves. As a parent, it was incredibly stressful to receive that call and feel like my child's dignity was not being protected. I hope the school reviews its policy on potty accidents, backup clothing, and how children are spoken to when they are struggling or adjusting.

Parent pick up is always a breeze. Love the organization and the attention to detail from the staff…read more Education at this school is top notch... they even have their own farm with animals to teach the littles. Love it

It's easy look perfect on the outside, but everyone's true colors show at some point. Take it for…read moreme, a prior student who witnessed a lot firsthand. The school does not uphold to their "Christian standards" when it comes to behind the scenes. Very homophobic and not understanding or compassionate when it comes to mental health. I did at the school for 12 years and have seen too many situation handled extremely poorly and I am truly disappointed and disgusted by the things that they PICK AND CHOOSE to allow... I would absolutely consider their school to have an emotionally abusive environment. This school has deleted my review on their Facebook page. Seems they don't like negative feedback

Incredible school! My daughter is finishing up 3rd grade and is coming back next year! The…read moreteachers take time with their students, and the size of the classes lend to more one on one time with their kids. The administration cares and is involved in student life. If you are looking for a private school the cost is significantly lover then others.

We have been part of the Great Bridge Christian Academy family for several years and are so…read morethankful for the wonderful experience our boys have had. All of the teachers and staff are kind, caring, and truly wonderful. It gives us such peace of mind knowing our boys are loved and well cared for every day. We are so grateful for GBCA!

The school has the best collection of teachers I've ever known in a school. The kids are happy,…read morethere are always fun events going on, and my kids are doing fantastic on their standardized tests. I'm so glad to have my kids at Great Bridge Christian Academy!

My child is a rising first grader at this school and I will say whole heartedly that I am beyond…read moresatisfied and even impressed with this particular elementary. I was shocked to have read the first reviewer's comments and completely disagree. From the very beginning they went above and beyond to help me. Last summer, I came here during their business hours to obtain information about enrolling my child for kindergarten. They gave me all the necessary paperwork and explained everything I needed. Towards the first day of school, I was a little excited and impatient about receiving information in the mail and so I called numerous times for information. They were never rude and always so helpful and even encouraging. Fast forward to orientation, parent teacher conferences, etc....perfectly organized. The principal Mrs. Cioppa is wonderful. His teachers are are amazing. The security is on point with Mr. C at the entrance throughout the whole day. I couldn't be happier with Cedar Road Elementary with their faculty and staff. The kindergarteners just finished up a Fun Run this week to allocate funds for brand new outdoor equipment. This is a great school in an even better school district!!

Meh. Grade Entering:…read moreKindergarten Issue: Obtaining basic information for: orientation, supplies, and dress code, and website issues My child is entering kindergarten and I need basic information to begin the school year. Upon searching for all the information and bouncing around websites and placing at least 4-5 phone calls, I finally located everything I need. It should not be so difficult to find this information. Calendars are blank, links are missing, etc. So here we go... 1. Your kid needs a medical check-up/physical prior to entering school and proof of vaccinations. Most doctor offices will have the forms you need on hand. You have to show up to school with these forms, an original birth certificate, and a utility bill with proof of your address on it. It is not required in Virginia to provide your child's Social Security number. 2. Your kid needs supplies: Supplies are determined by what your child individually needs and what they are assigned based on gender. Guess what, pre-sharpened pencils really is a thing...There is also a request/requirement of "one clean athletic sock for wipe boards." Come on now, who buys one sock? Just ask for the set. They ask for Clorox or Lysol wipes but per the individual I spoke to on the phone, they prefer Lysol. *She had to ask someone nearby while I listened. Just specify that on the list then. By the way, you can only find Lysol wipes at Target. You'll need 24 glue sticks. I would be happy to pitch in on one of those old school tubs of minty scented paste. I will not blame teachers for this. However, I find it pathetic that parents are supplying sanitary items: paper towels, soap, and Lysol wipes. Quart sized Ziploc bags. Are those the slide zippers or the original designed ones you prefer? Called about it. Answer: "I don't know. That would be a good question for orientation." Thanks for the lack of effort. Specify it on the list. By the way, orientation is four days before school on a weekday in the morning. The website link for kindergartners has been down for a month. I called because we went to the school and got the official printed list on the neon green paper and I wanted to make sure they were not updating it. I was told by an individual, "Oh, I will let our computer guy know." It's still down as of today. 3. Dress Code: There is no link Based on the county school website (not Cedar Road's none existent link) you will get a note/letter letting you know what the code is "by the end of the first month of school." Wait, what? What parent isn't buying school clothes before school starts? Ugh. *Never got that letter. I called. Girls: Shorts must reach the finger tips Skirts can't be short - probably a fingertip rule too, not sure. Tank top straps - three fingers wide, no spaghetti straps. (Those sexy shoulders and all...) No flip flops Sandals must have a back on them Boys: Apparently, none. At least I wasn't told. The county website is generically broad and spends a lot of time on see through clothing and the standard, "must not be distracting to the learning process" - basically generic and open to their interpretation... Orientation for kindergarten: Is at the end of August, but good luck finding that information prior to August on their page. 4. The links on the page are useless for parents coming to the school for the first time (see above) There really are parents who prepare and do not wait for tax-free weekends and who just want to find information in one spot. Calendars are inactive until August. And seemingly dress codes are different for different schools...I'm guessing. I have no interest in fighting the hoards of parents tearing up the school sections at the stores the weekend before school starts. The cpschools.net site is choppy and not user friendly. I am profoundly underwhelmed, and I am crossing my fingers there will be something done about the website. If there is, perhaps the school would receive less phone calls and teachers would not have to answer phones over the summer. User friendly does not apply here. Finding necessary information, the basics, should not be so difficult and frustrating. I started poking around and attempting to prepare in late June/early July. Schedules change, staffing is limited, etc. I understand that explanation; however, right now it is falling on deaf ears due to the frustration it has manifested. Efficiency and ease of use is an unfortunate downfall for Cedar Roads/ Chesapeake Public Schools at this moment. I will say, through all of my calls, Liz (I believe may be a teacher) has been the most helpful. Others who have answered the phone (I didn't catch a name) have been lackluster at best in their efforts to find and produce answers.

Two of my grandsons have been attending here for the last few years and I cannot say how pleased my…read moredaughter and son in law are as well as myself! The teachers, the environment are all far ahead of many I've seen. My grandson is easily reading and writing at the age of 4. I would recommend this school very highly

My son has been going here since kindergarten. This is actually his fourth year at SJA. Removed him…read morefrom public school because the kids were just straight up bullies and my son wasn't doing well. Not saying he's a cry baby, but he would beg me not to take him to school. What was I to do? So I did my research and St. John was even recommended to me. Let me say that it has been a blessing. My son has improved his behavior, academics, etc. People want to criticize private schools because of the religion portion. Well, let me just say SJA has been open since August and not a single case. They have it all under control. I feel blessed and grateful my child is back in a classroom.

I loved my time here as a student. I went to school here for middle school from September 2010 to…read moreMay 2013. Not a day went by where I didn't enjoy having both faith and academics synthesized in such a way that bettered me as a person outside of school. The teachers were always willing to help the students after school hours and had an obvious interest in engaging the students in their schoolwork. I entered high school feeling well prepared socially, emotionally, and academically. My one wish is that I had more time in this phenomenal environment. I have a lasting relationship with this school today since my younger cousins go here now and am met with familiar and smiling faces every time I walk through the door. Love the school and the staff.

Favoritism to kids of staff. Teasing and bullying happening with nothing being done about it unless…read moreit is towards one of these favorited kids. Staff is very negative toward any child transferring from a public school without getting to know them and why. if you don't play sports, you are not made to feel like part of the Greenbrier Christian family and no one takes the time to notice anyone who doesnt perfectly fit their mold (with the exception of the Bible teacher Ms. Mahoney, who takes the time to see and notice students like any good teacher SHOULD do). Corruption happening--only Security guard married to the principal, whose grandchild attends the school. Security attends parent meetings at his own discretion and is able to view all student information. School is upfront about not offering any learning accommodations for students but if you look at statistics and a school this large, there must be many students who just aren't getting the help they need. They will also not transfer classes for equal credit. My daughter took Alg 1 in vbcps and received a B. They required her to take it again because she needed their version. Classes are mostly memorization with no real learning or obtaining of the information, but the only concern is high scores and percentages for the school, so they just want students to spit information out for their end of the year tests. School piles on busy work for homework and students have minimal free time.

Butts Road Intermediate is one of the surrounding schools in the district. I do not have a child…read morethat attends here, however, I work for a facility that works with schools in this area. I pick up about 10 children here daily for our after school program. I've talked with teachers and faculty here on a daily basis for over 15 years and I must say they are wonderful. The children love their school. The faculty here really cares for the children and exemplify excellence and dignity.