Briarwood

Now that we have been away from the school for some time and our child has attended another school, I feel I can give a fair and honest review.One concern we experienced was a difference between what was said and what was actually practiced. We were excited to find a school that combined Christian values with an alternative approach to education. However, we later learned that not all staff members attended church. While attending church does not automatically make someone a Christian, it does provide opportunities for spiritual growth, accountability, and community. Because faith was an important factor in our decision, this was disappointing to discover.Another concern was academics. Our son was behind in a few subjects, and it was communicated to us that this was our responsibility to address. We ended up paying for tutoring to help him catch up and get back on track. We would have appreciated more support from the school in this area.We did not leave the school angry. We simply felt it was time for a change. It was only after moving to another school that we realized some of the support and communication we had been missing. The teachers we encountered were kind, caring, and well-intentioned, but there seemed to be a lack of academic support and leadership when additional help was needed. In our current experience, school leadership is more involved in helping students who are struggling academically.Looking back, we wish we had asked more questions before enrolling. This review is not meant to criticize individuals but to share our experience so that other families can make an informed decision.