I went to oaa for all my schooling and let me tell you i thought it was good but now since i graduated, from there, i think it great! i'm in a in an apprenticeship and they ask me how did i get so smart. It sounds like lie but this school has made me more open to people i know and very confident.
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Posted by a other on 04/13/09
I have had my child at Orangewood for nine years now. This has been a very hard struggle for me because of the money. I would rather save the money for college. I am very happy to know that my child is an honor roll student however and has been tested to score in at college levels; I figure it is because
... Read more of the one on one teaching. She is very happy here and when we have talked about public school she almost wants to cry. There maybe better schools out there no doubt, but I know that my child is learning and really enjoys school and her teachers, that to me, is very important. Every teacher I have talked with is very serious about the success of the kids; some put many, many hours into doing for the kids. But as for us, we give it two thumbs up. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/09/09
I attended Orangewood from 2nd grade through 11th grade, I went to public school for the 12th grade (could not afford the tuition) and was in the GATE program. Even though I was in the GATE program at public school, the education I received at Orangewood had me two years ahead of the supposed 'Gifted
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Posted by a other on 03/03/09
This school is the lowest academic performing private school in the entire central Orange County area (look it up). Their test scores are bolstered by the I-20 students who do not have access to ESL instructors. I pulled out over 10 of my I-20 students because of the terrible school environment (low-performing
... Read more standards and terrible administration). Don't waste your money on this school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/29/09
Orangewood academy is a great school. Their teachers are among the finest in Garden Grove and neighboring cities. The students there are amazing because they have an urge to learn many different subjects and about God. That is one of the reasons this school is so great. They give a great Christian education
... Read more and express the concept of Christianity well. Even though the tuition for this school is a lot, and most people would rather spend their money on something else, the money is worth it.Even though this might not be the best school, (which is why I rated it 4 out of 5,) it is certainly one of the greatest schools out there. Read less
Posted by a other on 11/26/08
I have two children attending this school (one in 1st grade and the other in 8th), and it is by far one of the best schools there is. The teachers are amazing and the environment helps the kids to thrive and learn.
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Posted by a parent on 05/20/08
I attended Orangewood Academy my entire Elementary and High School years. I have the best memories of my chilhood and now that I'm attending college I realize how well prepare I am for this current academic experience. Thank you Orangewood, I hope my children could attend too.
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Posted by a other on 01/22/08
My children attended and graduated from Orangewood Academy. We all experienced an excellent school, balanced curriculum, Christ center and wonderful family environment.
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Posted by a parent on 01/22/08
This is an excellent school. The teachers are all top rated and have the best training. They have teachers with Masters and Doctorate degrees as well. In my experience, I deal with parents who are Orange County physicians, lawyers, and international business persons who feel that their children
... Read more are getting an excellent education at Orangewood. But even more important, it is a Christian school where children are taught life lessons about God. Orangewood is on track to be the premier Christian-based Preparatory School in Orange County. Read less
Posted by a administrator on 05/15/07
I understand Orangewood received a 6 year 'clear' WASC accreditation. The Western Association of Schools and Colleges is the accrediting body for all public and private school in the United States. Less than 25% of all school receive a 'clear' accreditation. I don't know when this parent brought his/her
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Garden Grove schools — Orangewood Adventist Academy is located at 13732 Clinton St, Garden Grove CA 92843. 13732 Clinton St is in the 92843 ZIP code in Garden Grove, CA Orangewood Adventist Academy is a Private school that serves grade levels PK - 12.
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