The best parts about the academy are the athletic programs and the teachers. They are always willing to help. The senior school environment is also really friendly. It's a fun place to be in and I always look forward to going to school. The one major negative about the senior school is all of the homework,
... Read more compared to public high schools we definitely have more homework but in the long run it will pay off. I also think that the cafeteria food is horrible that's a huge downside. Overall it's not too bad :) Read less
Posted by a student on 09/12/09
My daughter has attened for over 7 years. Your child will be challenged. Academics first, athletics are just an added bonus.
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Posted by a parent on 05/08/08
I have students who attended public high schools and one child who was a student-athlete an attended grades 9 through 12. While expensive, I belive the Academy was well woth it for my child. The curriculum was demanding and the teachers were wonderful. The athletic programs and coaching were quite
... Read more good. I found that my child and their classmates were far better prepared for college than their public school peers, and were better behaved with generally higher goals. I would do it all over again. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/10/08
Aug, 2007 - current parents of rising 2nd and 5th graders who started in pre-K. The teachers have been universally wonderful, and the learning fantastic. Expect a lot of homework very early. I cannot say for sure that the tuition fully justifies the difference in curriculum and results from local public
... Read more schools; it's incredibly high. I also think the current administration needs to be more responsive to parents' participation and suggestions... we are customers after all! Teachers are easy to communicate with, and know our children well. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/29/07
SA's teachers are good. My child enjoys the time at school. However, I agree with the June 2006 rating, it is not a friendly or welcoming place for parents.
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Posted by a parent on 04/23/07
Sewickley Academy is A wonderful school! I learned lots of interesting things. I had Previously been in a public school for part of the year and entered the same grade at Sewickley there is a huge difference in the curriculum.Things we were learning at that time at Sewickley Academy The public would
... Read more be learning the same things in about 2 years. I think Sewickley's major strengths are the teachers. There all very nice, caring and helpful.My time at Sewickley Academy I had absolutely wonderful teachers. I have to disagree with two other people's comments 1. I happen to think that sewickley Academy's art's are fantastic. Each division of school puts on at least one Broadway play every year. 2. Some person said the kids there were spoiled brats but she sent his/her son their and he got a good education but wouldn't send him there again.O.k. Sewickley Academy is fantastic. Read less
Posted by a former student on 09/20/06
Overall, Sewickley Academy does an excellent job preparing its students for colleges. While the Academy is not perfect, I feel comfortable saying that it is the best school and environment for kids to attend in the Pittsburgh area. The academic programs are rigorous and teach students about time management
... Read more and handling work on a college level. The fine arts are very limited and probably the weakest aspect about Sewickley's curriculum. However, the academics make up for it and frankly leave little time for art or music to be completed in addition to school work and sports. Parent involvement is quite apparent, however, it is limited to a few parents that monopoloize the opportunities and create and unfriendly environment for newcomers. The new headmaster has raised a lot of controversy and so far has not made a good impact on the Academy. Read less
Posted by a former student on 06/04/06
Overall it is a good institution. I mean there are good teachers, spoiled kids, and a lot of money here. I would not send my kid here again, but it gave him a good education.
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My child went there for Kindergarten. What an excellent school! Although extremely expensive, you get what you pay for in terms of culture and academics. My child learned about anatomy, space, and Picasso in Kindergarten! I highly recommend it.
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Sewickley schools — Sewickley Academy is located at 315 Academy Ave, Sewickley PA 15143. 315 Academy Ave is in the 15143 ZIP code in Sewickley, PA Sewickley Academy is a Private school that serves grade levels PK - 12.
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