This is my daughter's Kindergarten year at PCA and we just love everything about it ... from the teachers, to the parents, to the curriculum, to the security measures active in an effort to keep our children safe. Thank you !!
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Posted by a parent on 10/03/09
My oldest son started PCA in the 7th grade and since we liked it so much we decided to put our youngest in there as well. He is now in second grade and we have been pleased with all the teachers so far. We like the fact that they wear uniforms, cause I feel the kids don't judge each other by their clothes
... Read more and seem to all get along. I like the atmosphere of PCA and the parental involvment. I have always felt welcome there anytime. I work near by so I would go have lunch with my son once a week and in the process I really got to know my childs class mates and teachers this way. We also like the transportation team. Most of the drivers work with your schedule. I'm looking forward to my son going to school there until Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/23/08
After a few problematic initial years, PCA has really improved in the area of academics. The new curriculum director and administrative staff have the school moving in the right direction. More athletic teams are forming and student involvement in band, chorus, ballet and other extracurricular activities
... Read more increase each year. Parent involvement is high through the PTO, various committees and even board participation. A new school is schedule to be built in the next few years and things are looking quite positive for PCA to continue its journey toward excellence. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/22/07
wow there is really not much to say, but im glad that i switched to PCA. im not a parent, im a student there for my first and last year because i will be going into high school next year.i had such a strugle in math and now, im happy that i have mrs.aspinwall. she is a great teacher and i thank her for
... Read more all her help so far.im adapting to the way they are taught things. Read less
Posted by a student on 10/15/06
We have been in Providence Creek Academy for 3 years now. We are so happy. My son has excelled in all his subjects. Being a teacher myself, I can appreciate a great curriculum and organized classroom. We are much happier here than plain public school. It is less crowded and a lot more controlled.Being
... Read more a smaller school, the pricipal is right there. I see her everyday. I feel at home, whenever I am there. I just feel like they are on top of everything happening. The teachers are certified, what more can you ask for. Thank you PCA! L.W. Read less
My son was having difficulty in reading 1 thru 3 grade when in a regular public elementary school and just wanted to place him in special education-- I placed him in PCA and he has done so much better. The teachers are very helpful and willing to do whatever it took in the class room in order to teach
... Read more my son-- He is now going into the 6th grade and still remains out of special ed. He has been a student at PCA since he was in 3rd grade. He enjoys attending PCA and I know that he is getting a good education and not exposed to an over crowded middle school. Where some children are out of control. I really like the fact that the school has a dress code -- My son does not like it but he knows what he has to wear everyday. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/09/06
When our two older children began having problems in public school, it quickly became clear we were not going to get the support/help they needed. After a difficult time in the public school system, we found PCA. We weren't sure at first if a charter school was the right way to go, as it turns out it
... Read more was the best decision.Once at PCA, we began getting the information and support we needed to help our boys be successful in school and feel good about it. We were allowed/encouraged to play a bigger role in their school day,(stopping in for lunch or walking them to class in the morning). The teachers truly wanted to help. They cared about the boys and their future. A good day for our boys means a good day for our family. They are learning what they need to know and they are happier. Thank you. Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/18/05
My daughter attended 1st grade at PCA and is now in 2nd grade at PCA. She has excelled so much within the past year. I am extremely pleased wtih the education she is receiving and she also enjoys the school. She will be attending the school through middle school and hopefully they will have added
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Clayton schools — Providence Creek Academy Cs is located at 355 W Duck Creek Rd, Clayton DE 19938. 355 W Duck Creek Rd is in the 19938 ZIP code in Clayton, DE The school district for Providence Creek Academy Cs is the Delaware State Department Of Education. Providence Creek Academy Cs is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 8.
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