As a student, I my experience at WA was excellent in so many ways. The reason why you'll find many negative reviews from parents and mostly positive reviews from the students is because the parents don't know what its like to attend the classes or take advantage of the many extra-curricular activities
... Read more the school has to offer. Classes are always challenging, and teachers always have time to help. Perhaps the greatest aspect of the Worcester Academy experience is that students are given free time during the day. It generally keeps everyone more relaxed and allows students to get work done while socializing with their friends. Also, students tend to be very down-to-earth and aren't snobby, for the most part. Yes, tuition costs a lot of money, but as a student, I can tell you it's definitely worth it. Read less
Posted by a student on 08/18/09
I was dissatisfied with the school in many ways. The main reason was the administration at the school was lousy. They dished out detentions and other consequences whenever they felt like it. I felt like this school was better than a public school, but not worth the money. I would highly recommend looking
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Posted by a parent on 05/18/09
As a senior who has been at Worcester Academy since 6th grade, I am impressed with everything about the school. I feel extremely fortunate for the opportunities I have been given here. My teachers care and challenge me every day. I have met some of the nicest and most down-to-earth people. I have
... Read more grown tremendously over my 7 years and I would change a thing. I will be sad to graduate this spring, but I know that I will forever be a part of this wonderful community. Read less
Posted by a student on 12/16/08
My experience at Worcester Academy was challenging in all aspect, ie school work, sports, after school activities, social with others...etc. But isn't that what life in general is all about? I've learned how to take care of myself, make friends, and figured out ways to excel. In the beginning, everything
... Read more was difficult. Worcester Academy really pushed and motivated me in the right way for me to get better each and every day. College was easy and it really changed my life. Read less
Posted by a student on 08/16/08
No one should even consider comparing public schools to Worcester Academy. Most public schools want to process the students in and out as fast as possible. They have no support system to get prepared for college and it is only the strong students who survive and are prepared for college. Worcester
... Read more Academy has so many resources and support systems it is nearly impossible to fail. My son was an average student and we sent him 1200 miles away from home to WA. As a junior he as excelled academically, athletically and socially. It was a great decision to attend WA and the ENTIRE staff cares about ALL the students and their success after graduation. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/16/08
It is a great school, and it really teaches you many things, and prepares you for the rest of your life.
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Posted by a student on 05/11/08
I loved my expirience at worcester academy!I felt that it prepared me for college by allowing growth and personal responsibility. Students are alowed free time and even though some students might struggle at first it helps them learn time management. The environment is relaxed.
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Posted by a student on 08/27/07
I am a parent and I must say we have many things we like about this school but overall, over the past two years we have become more and more disallusioned. It costs alot but more over the administration only give rhetoric to making the school about the student and work with them. They are much like
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Posted by a parent on 07/24/07
What are you talking about? they have to ask for money its a private school that needs to fund its strong programs.
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Posted by a student on 01/11/05
Stay away unless you have more money than you know what to do with. They have the hand out constantly! The students are not all the nicest in the world. Shall we say snobby!
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Worcester schools — Worcester Academy is located at 81 Providence St, Worcester MA 01604. 81 Providence St is in the Union HIll neighborhood and 01604 ZIP code in Worcester, MA Worcester Academy is a Private school that serves grade levels 6 - 12.
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