Forest Acres

Public Post DraftOver the past several years, my family has had ongoing concerns regarding our experience at Faith Christian School in Summerville, SC.Our son is currently in 5th grade, and since around 2nd grade, we have seen consistent issues that we believe are important for other families to be aware of.One of the most concerning patterns has been the lack of consistency in teaching staff. There appears to be frequent turnover, which makes it difficult for students to build continuity in their education and relationships.We have also been told the school offers guidance counseling support, yet throughout our time there, there has been little to no visibility, communication, or involvement from any counselor. This raises concerns about the level of academic and emotional support available to students who may need it.Academically, communication has been a challenge. We often do not become aware of struggling or failing grades until late in the quarter or at report card time, leaving very little opportunity to correct course. At the same time, students are frequently assigned weekend homework and tested on Mondays, despite coming home unsure of the material or how to complete assignments. This leads us to question how effectively the curriculum is being taught during the school day.Additionally, there seems to be a disconnect in priorities. While subjects like Spanish, art, and PE are emphasized, they are not core graded subjects, yet core academic understanding appears to be lacking. We have repeatedly found ourselves reteaching material at home just so our child can keep up.Another major concern is the school’s apparent reluctance to hold students back when necessary, even when parents request it. Instead, there seems to be a tendency to rely on extra credit or grade adjustments to move students forward. While this may help overall performance metrics, it does not serve the long-term academic development of the child.Our intention is not to criticize for the sake of criticism, but to advocate for stronger communication, accountability, and a more student-focused academic approach.We believe every child deserves:•Consistent and qualified teachers•Transparent and timely communication on academic performance•Real support systems when they are struggling•A classroom environment where learning happens during the school day—not primarily at home

As a military family moving to the area from an advanced-level school district, our elementary students have excelled at Cane Bay Elementary. They are an incredible team of administrators, teachers, and staff that CARE. With kids with 504s and IEPs, a team dedicated to helping your child succeed and partners with the parents to ensure students are set up for success is something not to be taken lightly. If we could give CBE 10 stars, we would.