Hi, I have three children: ages are 12, 10, 8 yrs old. They love Goshen Christian School. They have been going there for years and enjoy the atmosphere there. The teachers are great! My children all belong to drama club. We like GCS because they have small class sizes. We also love GCS because it is
... Read more A CHRIST-CENTERED SCHOOL. Everyone is very nice at GCS. Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/15/08
I have been going to goshen christian since kindergarted and now going to the high school. I have so much fun at the this school between the sports and the after school activiets. Some of activiets these are basketball, baseball, golf, bowling, ski club, drama, GCLS, band and others. I love the feild
... Read more trips and we learn things like on the trips to spruce lake, wastington D.C and the star lake (high school's reteats) just to name a few. This school has great academics I am in head of many kids my age who go to different. Since it not a large school the teachers are always their to help you whith any problems. People who go to this school come from many different backrounds. This school is awsome and is great to go to attend at. Read less
Posted by a student on 09/18/08
GCS has been a big part of lives for many years! The teachers provide our children with a loving and christian education. Our children are happy to go to school each day to see their friends, learn and participate in the many extra curricular activities. Basketball is always fun, and now my son is
... Read more looking forward to bowling. The drama play in the spring is always a huge hit! The addition of a High School has also been a blessing! Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/22/08
GCS is beyond words! This school has an amazing staff, wonderful students and much, much more! This school has a loving enviroment for any one! GCS has an amazing basketball team, an awesome ski club, a drama club that is beyond words, a great leadership society, and alot more! GCS is the best school
... Read more because of the people, because of how they teach you, because they always put God first, and because of the loving enviroment! I highly recommend this school!! Read less
Posted by a other on 12/31/07
This schools teachers are unqualified. Pathetic. Unrecommended. If your child is not Tall,dutch and good in sports, DO NOT SEND THEM HERE!
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Posted by a other on 11/18/07
I have been very happy to have been associated with GCS for over six years. GCS is located in the center of Orange County with bus transportation within a 15 mile radius. The teachers are experienced, compassionate and dedicated to teaching a Biblical worldview in their disciplines. It has a beautiful
... Read more new 2800 sqft library and new computer lab. In addition each classroom has an online computer. The drama program is A-1 for this size school. GCS participates in a basketball league for grades 5-8. The parents are active in school participation.The Christian home can use the assistance of a sound Christian school in developing Christian growth and character in their children. I strongly recommend GCS as an affordable and balanced Christian environment. If you call the school, they will be more than happy to give you a tour and answer any questions you may have. Read less
Posted by a administrator on 09/14/06
Goshen Christian School has proven to be a wonderful place of education for my children. The teachers are top notch. They provide a caring environment for my children to learn. The Drama club and ski club have been great fun. Piano and guitar lessons and a band program are available. The basketball
... Read more program is available for 5th grade on up. I feel confident that my children are receiving a wonderful Christian education. The parents are fully involved in the education of their child and the school. What a great place to learn. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/16/05
I have taught at Goshen Christian School for over 20 years and am proud of the education we provide for students. Our class sizes are small enough to provide lots of student attention and we provide nuturing and Christian love to the students here. We have access to special programs through the public
... Read more schools, transportation within 15 miles, and many others perks. Our teachers have many years of experience and a deep love for the Lord Jesus Christ. We are teaching at Goshen Christian to provide a Bible-based education and to help to develop a Christian world-view in our students If you are moving into our area give us a call and visit us. We will be happy to have you take a tour of our beautiful campus in the Hudson Valley. Read less
Posted by a teacher on 08/18/05
As parents of several children attending Goshen Christian, we are very happy with all aspects of the school. The Christian teachers not only teach the students but are loving and caring to each one of them. We are looking forward to the new pre-school which will be starting in Sept. 2004. We would
... Read more recommend this school to anyone! Be sure and request information today! Read less
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Goshen schools — Goshen Christian School is located at 43 Route 17a, Goshen NY 10924. 43 Route 17a is in the 10924 ZIP code in Goshen, NY Goshen Christian School is a Private school that serves grade levels PK - 10.
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