Guild Elementary School

Can't even teach my son the right way to spell his name

I wish I would’ve taken the google reviews and the advice I was given by word of mouth seriously before ever letting my child set foot in this school. If you want your child treated fairly and just simply like a human being by not just their peers but the staff and personnel (as we all do) find a different school.

I've taught at 4 elementary schools over the past 29 years, and Union is hands down the best. The teachers here put in long hours, meticulously planning to best meet the needs of all of our students. Every teacher collaborates with their grade level team to share ideas and learn from one another. The staff truly cares about each other and our students. We have a strong PTO that supports both the staff and the children. Union has received numerous awards for volunteerism in the community. There are many programs in place to recognize, encourage, and support students such as advocacy groups, house systems, students of the month, care teams, free tutoring, and academic / behavior award programs. My own children were educated at Union and absolutely loved it. I've taught here for the last 20 years of my 29 year career and wouldn't want to be anywhere else.

It’s was good I guess but they only care about the reviews and the money

Our children went to this school for 2 years I WOULD NOT recommend it. The teachers are not accredited. That is the first thing you need to know. They do not have teaching license in the state of Tennessee. One of the teachers actively ridiculed my autistic child. DO NOT SEND YOUR CHILD HERE. There are better alternatives.

I am both an alum of Sumner Academy and a parent to a current kindergartener. As a student, Sumner Academy truly felt like home. The teachers and staff cared deeply, supported us wholeheartedly, and made learning something to look forward to every day.Thirty years later, when it came time to choose a school for my own children, there was never a doubt in my mind that Sumner Academy was where I wanted them to be. My husband, who also attended private school, didn’t share that feeling. He hated school and was hesitant to invest in a private education. We ultimately agreed to let our eldest attend for one year—just to see how it went.That one year changed everything.My husband has been completely taken aback by the culture at Sumner Academy. The teachers are attentive, warm, and consistently communicative about our child’s progress and growth. On our drives past the school to visit family, our child lights up—sharing happy memories, making heart shapes with their hands, and reminding us how much they love their school.Seeing our child genuinely excited about learning has been incredibly meaningful. We are so thankful to Sumner Academy for fostering not only academic growth, but a true love of school—just as it did for me all those years ago.