There's a lot to love at WCS, but the high school academics are not great. Too small to offer honors classes in most of the core academics, so highly motivated students find themselves stuck with poor teachers in some classes, and apathetic classmates in most classes. I have seen many top students
... Read more leave in frustration. The high school administration seems oblivious to this (even hostile on one occastion). Talk to the students who have left before enrolling a strong student at WCHS. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/05/09
Excellent academics, music, sports, drama, etc. All taught by caring, Christian teachers who teach and model responsible Christian living. As a former student, I had a very positive experience. My choice of four stars instead of five is due to the fact that WCS offers very little opportunity for their
... Read more students to take AP exams, and test out of college classes. While I felt that the classes I took at WCS were more than enough to prepare me to test out of basic English, history, etc, I had no opportunity to take the AP exams in any of those subjects. Perhaps this is something they can work on in the future. Read less
Posted by a other on 03/01/09
WCS is an outstanding institution! It combines academic excellence with a Christian environment second to none. My children have had an amazing experience. They were very prepared for college and have grown in their faith. The extracurricular activities are top notch as is the art and music programs.
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Posted by a parent on 11/05/08
We love Whitinsville Christian School. If you are looking for a Christian centered education for you children this is the place to go. No other Christian School in Massachusetts offers the academic variety, outstanding athletics and excellent faculty that WCS does. Well worth the tuition.
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Posted by a parent on 01/09/08
I am a 1999 graduate of Whitinsville Christian. My experience as a student was excellent. There are so many areas that a student can get involved. I participated in sports, student government, choir, orchestra (it's an amazing program), yearbook, drama....and I also received an outstanding education.
... Read more The staff knows every student personally and guides you every step of the way. I would most definitely send my children to WCS in a heartbeat, unfortunately I do not live in the area. It's an incredible school and it prepared me academically and spiritually. Read less
Posted by a former student on 01/27/07
I have three children at WCS. It is an outstanding school. Academics are strong and staff foster excellence and personal responsibility. The strings program is second to none in Massachusetts (130 kids participate). If you are interested in violin, viola or cello you should check it out!
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Posted by a parent on 10/26/05
Excellent school for academics, sports, and especially music! The teachers are caring, and the students are respectful. A wonderful school!
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Posted by a parent on 08/26/03
I currently have one child at Whitinsville Christian School. I am very pleased with the school and teachers. The school programs are very structured and parental involvement is encouraged. The school is definately worth the tuition.
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Whitinsville schools — Whitinsville Christian School is located at 279 Linwood Ave, Whitinsville MA 01588. 279 Linwood Ave is in the 01588 ZIP code in Whitinsville, MA Whitinsville Christian School is a Private school that serves grade levels PK - 12.
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