Atlanta New Century School has been the perfect environment for my son. The teachers are awesome. They realize that each child is an individual and while they teach the class in its entirety they also realize the unique gifts of each child. The teachers are in tune with the students as a whole person.
... Read more Academics are stressed and taught in unique ways. The teachers, staff, and parents all work together to ensure each and every child is exposed to a well rounded environment. Mind and Body is addressed at Atlanta New Century via wholesome lunches, an active environment - to address the children who need movement- and quiet time-for the children who need less movement - which also allows the active children to calm down. It's a hard balance, but ANCS does it well. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/08/09
Great teachers and focus on the individual child. This is our second year at ANCS and we love it.
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Posted by a parent on 10/06/09
I love Atlanta New Century School. I am a new parent and work and live in the downtown Atlanta area. It is convenient and the quality of education is by far beyond the city standards for children ages 3-12. The school offers daily Spanish along with alternating schedules for Music, Art and Technology.
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Posted by a parent on 10/01/09
My daughter attended ANCS for several years, and is now at a high performing public school. I can tell you that ANCS, more than adequately prepared her. In the 2nd grade, she is reading (and comprehending) well beyond her grade level. While I don t think math will be her first love, she effectively
... Read more understands the context of multiplication and division. If it were not for the administrative mess that ANCS had previously and the uncertainty of its future, we would still be there. That said, ANCS was phenomenal academically, the teachers were amazing, and the family environment was an added benefit. With the enhanced administrative infrastructure being put in place, I m convinced it will rise as a premier educational establishment in this community. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/23/09
The school reminds our family of that famous movie 'Carpe Diem' and it's meaning 'Seize the day'. Each day children are encouraged to 'Seize Their Day' and make it their own and to maximize what they need to get out of an educational situation. The teachers are amazing, parent support is strong. The
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Posted by a parent on 09/18/09
My son is a new student at ANCS as of August 2009 and I love this school. He is learning, having fun and the teachers are fantastic - Ms. Anderson is awesome. But aside from the calaber of the academics, we really have found new friends in the other families too. Its a great school - no regrets yet!
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Posted by a parent on 09/18/09
My son is attending for the second year now and I can tell he is learning a lot. He is not 6 yet but can already read simple words and sound them out. His teachers are excellent. He likes going to school better than staying at home!
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Posted by a parent on 09/15/09
ANCS is the kind of school you register your kids at if you want them to question everything and not take what they hear at face value, be exposed to as much learning as possible through field trips, guest speakers and exposure to the arts. It is the kind of school that expects the whole family to pitch
... Read more in to make the school a success, because when you join ANCS you are becoming a part of a family. Oh yeah and in return for getting well rounded students who are academically strong, you get the gift of a very competitive tuition. This is why we chose ANCS and why we continue to stay. It's not a school for parents who prefer peripheral involvement. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/29/09
ANCS is a great value. The student-teacher ratios are half that of public schools and the tuition is much less than other private schools. ANCS has a very nurturing environment while also providing a challenging, well-rounded curriculum.
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Posted by a parent on 08/28/09
I am a new parent to ANCS. The teachers are very dedicated and are very responsive to your suggestions and concerns. My child is in Kindergarten and before coming to ANCS he was not reading. He is now starting to read. I love the dedication of the parents and the teachers to the students. Through
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Atlanta schools — Atlanta New Century School is located at 300 Lucky St, Atlanta GA 30313. 300 Lucky St is in the Downtown neighborhood and 30313 ZIP code in Atlanta, GA Atlanta New Century School is a Private school that serves grade levels K - 8.
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