Victory Christian Academy

In comparison to ther other elementary schools nearby, I had an overall decent learning experience.

Redan ES is one of the worst schools in DeKalb County due to Principal Blakely. The teachers are doing their best with the lack of support and resources. The AP refuses to discipline unruly students, and the school's culture is deplorable. Let's talk about the raoches flying around and the lack of safety with the side gate always available for anyone to walk in. The school needs to replace the administration and clean up.

II am very disappointed with the communication and support I have received regarding my children’s education. As a parent, I take my children’s schooling seriously, and it is frustrating when concerns about assignments, progress, and classroom issues are not properly addressed.I have reached out multiple times for updates and information to make sure my child was not falling behind, only to receive little to no response. However, when it came time for payments for events or classroom items, communication was suddenly quick and consistent. Communication with parents should be equally important when it comes to academics and student success.A child should not be falling behind in their strongest subjects, absent or not, when a parent is actively trying to stay involved and communicate with the teacher. If a student is advanced, reading and testing above grade level, their academic needs should still be supported appropriately. If those needs cannot be met, that should be communicated in a timely manner so additional support or a classroom change can be considered.Teachers have an important role in shaping children’s confidence and education. I believe it is important for educators to remember why they chose this profession and not allow challenges with certain students to affect how they show up for others.Families deserve professionalism, communication, accountability, and support. This school is often described as a great school for advanced students, but based on my experience, I strongly disagree.

I do not recommend this school based on our experience. There has been very little homework sent home throughout the year, making it difficult for parents to stay involved in their child’s learning. Everything my child knows has been taught at home rather than reinforced through school instruction.There also seems to be a strong focus on MAP testing, but not enough consistent instruction or preparation leading up to it. It often feels like preparation is left until the last minute rather than being built into regular learning throughout the year.Parent involvement and communication from the school have also been very limited. As a parent, I do not feel adequately informed or included in my child’s academic progress.That said, there are a few staff members who are kind and helpful, including the assistant principal and some front office staff.Overall, I believe the school needs significant improvement in communication, academic consistency, and parent engagement.

I had the worst experience with the school within the first week. They only care about money and nothing else (well not my child). THE VERY FIRST DAY THEY PUT MY CHILD ALL THE WAY IN THE BACK BY HIMSELF WHEN IT WAS NAP TIME. I have tears in my eyes right now remembering how scared he looked when I walked in. Then the lady that was supposed to be watching ALL OF THEM was all the way in the front and couldn’t see my child then she is gonna tell me I shouldn’t feel a way about it it’s nap time and he was napping. My child is autistic, this is first time in a school environment so he’s not used to going down for a nap at a specific time. However he was just laying on his cot with his blanket and NOT BEING DISRUPTIVE. I CRIED !! The next day I could tell they didn’t wanna bother with him cause I was upset the day before so they just placed him at a table with a toy. My baby got sick and didn’t go in for two weeks and not even a text or call to ask if he’s ok. This school SUCKED FOR ME AND MY SWEET BOY. Wish I could give them 0stars