Spectacular education for my son. He loves it and I love seeing the solid foundations he is getting to become a life-long learner. Learning is not just something that happens in the classroom, it occurs everywhere and is curiosity is continually rewarded with new insights and inspirations. Instead of
... Read more being fed answers and information, he is shown how to develop answers and check them himself. Wonderful community that's teaching kids the best way Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/16/09
Foothills Academy was a disappointment from the time they cashed our tuition check (paid in full up front) until the time we finally withdrew and chose another school for this year. The instability of the board, the administration, and teaching staff created an untenable situation among parents and
... Read more students. Staffing was fluid from the weeks leading up to school starting (we were told a different teacher would teaching our child at the last minute) and this continued all year with the unceremonious ousting of the founding head of school by the board in January, to contingent (upon enrollment) contracts being offered to staff with more seniority than others through the end of the school year. The community that is advertised has become a distant memory with mediocre teachers who are too tired and unmotivated to do their job or return phone calls. You do NOT get what you pay for. Period. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/03/09
My son attended FA from kindergarten through 2 grade. My son was diagnosed with dyslexia during the first grade. I went to the head of the school and she assured me that they could handle his learning difference. I believed her. My son, now in 4th grade, is still paying for my misplaced trust. He
... Read more was so behind when he left FA, even after intensive tutoring, he is still behind his peers. If your child is very average, no learning differences and not gifted, this might be a good place for them. But, overall I think the FA administration cares more about retaining tuition money than doing right by a particular child. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/05/09
We have two boys at Foothills (2nd & K) they have the best teachers, and the best environment.
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Posted by a parent on 02/08/09
My two sons absolutely thrive in the lower school at Foothills Academy. They have very different learning styles, but I find that they each get the individual attention they need from their teachers. They are not just learning facts and formulas, but learning how to learn, and loving the learning process.
... Read more They are creative, expressive, and confident. The community of families is very supportive of all students. The campus itself very conducive to exploring, playing, and learning. Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/27/08
Foothills is a great community. My children transferred in middle & high school after several years of disappointing public school experience. This is a small, nurturing community where children are allowed to develop in a natural progression with direction from faculty. There is a planned curriculum
... Read more with is followed and the curriculum is integrated, i.e. English fits with Social Studies, History, Art, Music. The Spanish curriculum is excellent and my kids have flourished there. This school is not constrained by a 'teach to test' mentality and teachers are able to adapt and address each student's strengths/weaknesses. The outdoor education curriculum is tremendous. This school combines the best of experiential, Montessori, and college prep strategies. Most kids who leave at high school do so because they want to explore the world outside of Foothills, not because they dislike the programs. We are blessed to have found Foothills Academy Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/20/08
Our children have been attending Foothills Academy for the last 7 years. I feel that they are getting a great education in a loving and nuturing environment. They are becoming good contributing members of our community.
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Posted by a parent on 10/15/08
I have taught at Foothills Academy for six years. It is a wonderful place to work. The teachers, staff, and administration are constantly striving for academic excellence, while still viewing each student as an individual and meeting their unique personalities, strengths and challenges. We have a fantastic
... Read more program that not only makes our students love coming to school, it helps them understand how to be life-long learners. It is difficult to define Foothills in a few words because Foothills combines the best teaching practices of many different philosophies. We are a community-minded, arts -integrated, differentiated, outings-based, multi-age learning, whole-child centered school! Read less
Posted by a teacher on 10/12/08
My boys are currently in 4th and 7th grade and have attended Foothills Academy since they were in kindergarten. It is an awesome school that goes beyond just being a school and is a true community. I feel that not only are they getting a great education, but they are also learning about life and communication
... Read more skills. The teachers and the leadership at Foothills Academy are extraordinary. I believe that both my kids will continue there through high school. They even talk about sending their kids there! With all the issues going on in the world today, it is nice to have them in such a safe supportive environment. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/08/08
I have two children who are thriving in the lower school at Foothills Academy. While public schools are 'teaching to the test', FA teaches to the whole child, including not only traditional academics but strong programs in art, music, creative writing, PE, social studies, theater, environmental stewardship,
... Read more cultural awareness, and respect for self, others and community. I've found the teachers to be very competent, caring, and personally invested in each child's development. The administration is small and wears many hats, which may seem chaotic to some, but doesn't detract from the education. The campus is charming and whimsical, and the kids spend a good portion of each day outside. Best of all, my kids love going to school. Read less
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Wheat Ridge schools — Foothills Academy is located at 4725 Miller St, Wheat Ridge CO 80033. 4725 Miller St is in the Appleridge Estates neighborhood and 80033 ZIP code in Wheat Ridge, CO Foothills Academy is a Private school that serves grade levels PK - 12.
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