My two daughters attended Valley Christian. One 3rd grade through 8th. The other started in 7th. The education they received was outstanding. They are bright, intelligent women now. One has a masters degree in elementary education. The other is a wonderful mother to her child. Thank you.
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Posted by a parent on 09/14/09
We had two children at VCA for k-2nd grade. We switched to public school for financial reasons and to 'broaden' the scope of students they were with and to have them have access to more arts and such. Wow...what a mistake! The public school they are at is one of the top rated Orcutt schools and we have
... Read more been so completely unsatisfied with our experience there. Our children will be going back to VCA next year and staying put. . The public school was really a step backwards. VCA was wonderful and kept you well informed as to what was going on in school and what was expected of your child. Yes, the curriculum is rigorous, but most children are up to the task. As a parent, you do have your part to work with your children to positively encourage and learn good work/study habits at a young age. I Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/12/09
I have one child that graduated from VCA and one that is still attending. The school is excellent. The standards are high, and workload is heavy. Teachers get an A+. Campus is safe and clean. If you are a parent that is willing to invest time on your child; get involve; help them with their work; this
... Read more is the school for you. If you just want to drop them off and be done, please let me suggest the public schools. You will not find a better education for your money. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/25/09
I have a daughter that attends VCA and have been very pleased with her academics. I feel my daughter is safe at VCA. She has complained that she is bored with some of what goes on. Too much lecture. They are strict and there is a dress code. I don't mind though. They have great extra curricular activities
... Read more and the kids still are involved in arts which does not happen much in public schools anymore. Overall a good school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/02/07
VCA is a good choice for students who can follow rules and are motivated to work hard. The homework burden is very heavy. The secondary school classes are hard but my 3 students complain of teacher's reading the texts and 'boring' classes. Parental involvement seems poor with poor turnout at Parent
... Read more Teacher Fellowships. The school is large enough to have extracurricular sports and small enough that all interested players are ensured play time. As a Christian school, their goals are admirable but emphasis on rules and regulations seems to interfere with reaching the hearts of the students. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/09/07
Standards have slipped in the last decade. Good teachers who love the kids though.
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Posted by a former student on 07/19/05
I have nothing but great comments about VCA. VCA is the epitome of a wonderful Christian environment and sets the standards for other Christian schools to follow. We are very proud that are son goes to VCA, the staff and faculty are wonderful working both with parents and students.
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Posted by a parent on 08/10/04
My son went to VCA from K-12. I have always been pleased with the VCA programs, sports and music played a big part in my son's high school span. After high school, he enlisted and excelled in the military. He went from private to sergant in three years (USMC) and said it wasn't hard due to VCA! The
... Read more training he received at VCA was invaluable and the relationship he had with Coach Bickley had the biggest effect on him. I have always recommended the school and will always do so. Sure, there are rules but one cannot beat the small school environment. I worked at the local high school, where the kids were packed into classes like rats...oh yes, God bless VCA! Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/23/04
VCA is an awesome school! Teachers are committed and loving and the education available here is outstanding. For a small school it has an incredible music and sports program. VCA is always in the top of whatever it pursues whether that is educational scores, sports awards and teams winning or competitions
... Read more in the arts! Sure there are rules and accountability and even a dress code, but the overall effect is a safe and nuturing enviroment for the hundredes of students that are enrolled here! To top off the awesome education the students receive they also learn about the Lord and grow in spiritual areas as well. We love VCA! Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/27/03
I have had two children already graduate from VCA and was totally happy with their education. I now have two more children in the elementary now. They love their school. I work there as well as the lunch director for the school. Love the involvement with the students, parents and staff. Wouldn't send
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