My children have attended Hill Country for several years and I enjoy the open, friendly environment, however, some of the teachers I've encountered do not practice Christian values. Some of them are not loving, caring or considerate to the children. Academic standards are high, and if your children
... Read more are bright, they will have a good education here. I am more concerned with the whole child, not just academics, so I will probably find a new school for the 2010-2011 school year. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/24/09
This is a great school. It is Christ-centered and academically challenging. Discipline is also very important in the school. My only concern is the homework load on the students, even in elementary. The school requires so much time that the children (and parents) cannot have a life outside of school....
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Posted by a parent on 09/21/09
The is a very good school academically, particularly for grades K-8. I believe public school IB programs are better than this private high school. It is a Christ-centered school, which I really like. The teachers and staff are also loving and dedicated. The school should try to improve the high school
... Read more program to be more competitive with public IB programs. In addition, the school is not prepared to deal with divers cultures. I believe the staff, teachers and even students need training related to accepting diverse races and cultures. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/11/09
I have taught at Hill Country for three years and my son has also attended Hill Country with me. It is a dream working environment and a top notch school. We could not be happier.
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Posted by a parent on 02/07/09
I have 3 kids (1st, 3rd & 8th) that attend HCCSA and have all been there since Kindergarten so we have been apart of the school for 9 years. Through the teachers, staff and principals, it has consistently had a heart to teach/lead students toward Christ and Godly charter but still give a great academic
... Read more base and love of learning. Despite what one review said about the school board being 'closed' - I totally disagree, we have a God-seeking school board. Just because issues aren't handled in the way a parent wants doesn't mean they are closed or not open to parent feedback. I would encourage anyone to attend this school - your child is only in school once - make it a great experience at HCCSA. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/10/08
My 4th grader has gone here since Kinder. It is a classical school that is demanding of mind and spirit. The level of difficulty amazes me. Go to their website, the mission statement speaks for itself.History is studied in chronolgical order beginning w/ creation to present.Trips are incorprated for
... Read more reinforcement. We are working ahead in grammar & math.Parent involvement is high and encouraged.Tuition to comp. schools is exc.Cafeterias and fab sports fields are pd by your hard earned $. We are a family not just a prep school.Discipline is valued,self responsibilty expected.The board gives access,but you have to go to the meetings. They can be reached by email.Positive change is in the air. Music is great so is art Latin.Go by and read school paper to see caliber of students aBlessed school! Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/30/07
We have been at HCCSA for the last three years, and our children received a great education during that time. In 2006, however, there was a hugh turnover in the administrative staff, and the focus of the school shifted form high academic excellence to high spiritual formation. If you are looking for
... Read more a college preapratory program that offers high academic standards for your children, this is not the right school for you. In addition, the school board is extremely closed, and you have no hope of your questions being addressed. We have decided not to enroll our children at HCCSa for next year. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/04/07
I have 2 children that have attended HCCSA since Kindergarten. I have a 7th grader and a 3rd grader. This school is exceptional in Christian character development and in Academics. The extra activities, such as Art, Music, and Sports, where initial pretty weak put each year have been improving. Excellent
... Read more Facilities provided by a semi-mega church, except on the sport side of things and in the lack of a real Cafeteria. Overall the teachers and leadership seem pretty solid. For the price it is the best value private school in the Austin area. As time goes buy I suspect it will become the best regardless of price. It is very challenging from the Academic side so keep that in mind. I have the nature to be sort of critical so my ratings are 'real' and probably a little pessimistic Read less
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Austin schools — Hill Country Christian School is located at 12124 Rr 620 N, Austin TX 78750. 12124 Rr 620 N is in the Village At Anderson Mill neighborhood and 78750 ZIP code in Austin, TX Hill Country Christian School is a Private school that serves grade levels K - 12.
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