Gardena Valley Christian (GVCS) did not meet the overall support I expected from a private school yES It has some good qualities such as clean campus, library, campus cafeteria, but the more important items such as Higher academic support for all student, not just the favorite few, the school failed
... Read more to see that they are there for the whole student body. When the same student keep receiving the same rewards and neither the teachers or the admin seek to encourage a change well it time to change school. Because all students need to know that they can soar like eagles. GVCS was not the school for /fit for my children. I know there is a school out there that will offer the 'you can , you will, you must make it ' attitude and make sure the student believe the school teachers and staff really mean it. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/23/09
Tutuon went up- quality of education went down!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The tution has gone up every year since my children were there for the last 4 years, but the standars have gone completly down. !
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Posted by a parent on 08/23/09
Yes. Most private schools consist of students that are able to work independently and do not need intervention. If the services that your child needs are not available at a particular school, then you must continue searching for the right school. GVCS is a great school. It is not perfect, ofcourse, but
... Read more the school really does a Great job nurturing, caring, and challenging students. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/09/09
I was very unhappy with this school. This school functions on a 'one-size fits all' theory. The administration and staff are unwilling to assist students that need reinforcement academically and are not independent learners. I felt unwelcomed!!!!! They need to realize that this world is comprised of
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Posted by a parent on 02/26/09
I graduated from Gardena Valley Christian School in the year of 2007. I attended this school since kindergarten. The school is constantly updateing and making changes to better benefit the students education. The school offers many different electives such as art, drama, math study etc. It was good to
... Read more me. I did well academically at this school and am niow doing very well in high school. I was well prepared for high school academically, physically, spiritually, and socially. If you are looking for a school that providessafety, great education, good morals and alues, and the love of Christ, then Gardena Valley Christian school is right for you. Read less
Posted by a student on 02/09/08
I have been involved with GVCS for nearly 13 years, and am an alumnus of the school. GVCS provided me with a strong academic foundation while showing me the love of Christ. The school has various sports, before and afterschool care, a loving staff, excellent academic standards, and provides a safe, nurturing
... Read more environment. In all my years at GVCS, the teachers never failed to offer extra help to me when I needed it, and they were always eager to help me excel in my education. The current principal, Mrs. Pickens has been at the school for many years, and truly cares about the students. I highly recommend GVCS to anyone looking for a safe, high-quality education for their children. Read less
Posted by a former student on 10/02/07
My child received a superior education in a very caring environment. She was well prepared for high school. Great teachers inspired her to write, sing and love others.
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Posted by a parent on 09/20/07
Overall this school has been good for my daughter. She attended at 3rd grade after leaving a Montessori based curriculum. She transitioned well academically. Math was a solid base in 3rd grade and building from there was clear. Sometimes homework in 3rd grade was quite a bit much and did not consider
... Read more the age and attention of a 7 or 9 yr old (depending). Principal is good, parents are involved. Downsides are that there are nor foreign language classes at all. This is an issue. There should be a spanish teacher to teach 1 hour per day to the studends until 6th grade at which point it should be a regular class until graduation. Other options could be to have after school classes that are basic, intermediate and advanced. This would help round out the offerings. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/14/07
Denifinite a quality school with excellent academic standards.
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Posted by a parent on 10/03/05
Quality of academics is well-above average. Level of parent involvement is good. Very strict discipline policy.
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Gifted and Talented
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specific academic aptitude or talent in one area such as mathematics or language arts;
creative and productive thinking, the ability to produce new ideas;
leadership ability, the ability to direct individuals or groups to a common decision or action;
visual and performing arts, special talents in visual art, music, dance, drama, or other related studies;
psychomotor ability, such as practical, spatial, mechanical, and physical skills.
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Special Education Classes
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Adult Education Classes
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English as Second Language
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