Zachary Taylor Elementary School

I have experience as a parent with 3 different children in 3 different elementary schools over the last ten years, both private and public. I love Chancey and feel blessed that my family gets to be a part of the community there. The communication between school and parents is fantastic and clear, and I can always get through to someone who cares when I need it. Every adult I have encountered in the building shows the utmost care to the children, calling them by name, and noticing them with encouragement, for positive things. My second grader is always happy to go to school, even when she’s having hard days. I know she feels supported by the adults around her and I do too. The activities and community events offered by Chancey are always well-attended, upbeat, and fun. We just really appreciate the warm environment that has been created at Chancey. I know that a welcoming and loving atmosphere is the foundation for successful learning. My child also excels academically thanks to her time at Chancey. She loves math and reading and is proud to show off what she has learned. Overall we have had a great experience with Chancey and would highly recommend. I’m looking forward to my next child attending as well.

Our daughter loves her teachers, her classmates, and her lessons. She has grown by leaps and bounds and her joy for learning is nurtured in the Montessori environment. We are grateful to have this school in our community and look forward to many more years.

My child loved this school while he was attending. We thought we would be lifers here but things changed drastically. Here's a few pertinent things to note if considering this school:- You WILL be treated differently by administration if you're on financial aid. This means there is little to no tolerance for any mistakes, altercations, or disagreements with another student.- The claim that they accept everyone is a LIE. The administration has an elitist attitude and treat anyone who does not agree with their political and social stance as if they're a threat to their school. If you are conservative in your values, you will not have it easy with administration. They do not accept everyone and do not like when you stand up for what is right for your child.- Bullying is not resolved. If a family gives more money to the school than you or considered a school favorite, your child will continue to suffer while the other child receives no reprimand. It's awful to watch the favoritism there.- They do not communicate with you. They will tell you nothing about situations that may arise with your child and take their own course of action without involving you. There is no partnership - they want to raise your kid their way.All in all, there are other elite schools to consider. For 24k a year, not worth the headache. Spend it at Collegiate or other Catholic schools in the area. They're all a much more viable option for your child's development.

This has been a great place for my kids to learn academics but also develop a strong sense of community and Islamic identity.