Ok i go to this school and know most of the people there and i do not know anyone that cuts themselves in the school. Some of this parents have no idea what they are talking about and cannot make an opinion on a school based on what they think is going on. This school does have a gym and they are starting
... Read more to have sports this year. The classes might be small but kids do interact with each other and do have a lot of friends, if they do not have friends then somthing is worng with them not the school. A lot of the other schools are bigger so that you can meet more people, but they do not even know half the kids in their own grade. I think this a good school, but some people should just not go there if they hate it so much. Read less
Posted by a student on 04/15/09
My daughter was at a different area school and was being bullied. So seriously that she tried to kill herself. We knew we needed to make a change and ended up choosing NLA. It has been the best choice we could have made for her. The staff is fantastic to work with. The school small enough that the kids
... Read more are safe yet big enough that they are given the same great opportunities as if they were in a bigger public school; Teachers that my daughter doesn't have know her by name. Even though the extracurricular activities are limited, the administration welcomes parents to step in and provide opportunities for the kids. The sky's the limit at NLA! I highly recommend it to all kids and parents that are looking for a school that not only values education but also the kids' emotional and mental health and treats them as individuals. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/29/09
We send our children to North Lakes Academy. It does have a gym now and is beginning its sports program. It offers a number of after school activities and clubs and some sports. The library has literature for reading and two computer labs are available for research. The school is in the process of
... Read more expanding to a new location and adding grades 5 and 10-12. NLA is an established charter school with a ten year history with a stable and growing staff. The small school environment provides a caring structure for each student and their personal learning needs. It doesn't offer everything that a large school offers; but gives a solid foundation for a basic curriculum. In spite of the ups and downs that accompany growing pains, we have no regrets about enrolling at North Lakes Academy. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/10/09
North Lakes Academy is an incredible school. The small class sizes allow teachers to give individual attention to each student. My son was struggling in the larger public school and now he has changed his attitude about school and homework 100 percent. NLA is giving my son the chance at an education
... Read more he could not get from the other schools. The students and parents alike I have spoken to especially like the teaching staff. If you are tired of business as usual from gigantic public schools, I can definitely recommend NLA! Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/14/08
This school is in desperate need of new teachers, new leadership, and a new understanding of what the school was originally founded for.
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Posted by a parent on 10/15/08
I have reservations about this school. It is a great school if your child likes to study. They give alot of homework, they challenge the students, have high expectations. Most teachers are good & I really like the principalI. On the down side, there has been alot, I repeat ALOT of 'cutting' going on
... Read more in the school. I didn't believe it at first, until my daughter started 'cutting' herself & said alot of her friends do it. They don't have a gym, yet. They will be expanding. But if your child has special needs (ADHD - like mine), it's not a good choice. They are not flexible with the children and expect all should act the same way. Eveyone is treated as an equal (yeah, good) but not as an individual. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/06/08
North Lakes Academy is a great school! The academics are excellent. The school offers a quarterly celebration to recognize all A honor roll students. The teachers are caring, compassionate, and know what it takes to motivate a middle schooler to do their best. The only two drawbacks are the limited
... Read more availability of gym and library. The staff does a nice job of compensating with creative methods (gymnastic studio next door, park near by, library near by, etc.) and it is worth the sacrifice. If you are looking for a school with smaller class sizes, caring teachers, and a great network for your student this school is for you! The Director has been talking about opening a Charter High School and I will certainly support her efforts! North Lakes is a terrific school! Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/17/07
My son's efforts academically have been greatly acknowledged and his grades show it. North Lakes Academy is very supportive and very fair towards all students including those with ADD/ADHD, and most encouraging. I feel it was the best move I made for my child. He is much happier, less discouraged, more
... Read more content, and more willing to learn as opposed to the larger classroom ratio sizes in our public schools, where those that need the one-on-one in the larger public schools are less likely to recieve this type of support. I couldn't have found a better school that fit my sons needs. I strongly recommend this school! Thank you North Lakes Academy and to you parents for all you have done! Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/17/05
This is a great school! Having a small class size is perfect for any child. The school district does offer sports - it's through the much larger Century Jr. High. If sports are not important to your child's learning, this school has a lot to offer. There are many activities available for the children
... Read more to socialize. I've found the teachers active and involed in what their students are doing. Personalized attention is given to each student that I've talked to. What more could you want from a school? Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/03/04
I hate this school. It is so small, my child doesn't get any socialization. Also they do not have any sports available. Do not send your child here, I repeat do not!
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Forest Lake schools — North Lakes Academy is located at 255b Nw 7th Ave, Forest Lake MN 55025. 255b Nw 7th Ave is in the 55025 ZIP code in Forest Lake, MN North Lakes Academy is a Public school that serves grade levels 5 - 10.
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