Butts Road Primary School

We would take our kids to any school in the city over great bridge primary! The principal is the rudest, self absorbed man. He talks over parents and teachers and acts on his own pride. We've seen some great teachers leave the last two years because of him. Our older kids had a great experience here not many years ago. This school should have better leaders here in Great bridge

We enrolled our child at Veritas Collegiate Academy in the early years, and we stayed because it quickly became clear that this was a safe and steady place for growth. From the beginning, our child was known by name, welcomed with care, and encouraged to grow in confidence within a structured and supportive environment.Over the years, we have appreciated the consistency of the school’s expectations and culture. The academics are thoughtful and challenging, but they are held within classrooms that are calm, orderly, and kind. Teachers genuinely care about their students and take their role seriously, paying attention to both academic progress and character formation.Our child has been encouraged to listen attentively, grow in responsibility, and take on leadership and service in age-appropriate ways. This emphasis on maturity and contribution has helped our child develop self-control, confidence, and a sense of purpose at school.The work is meaningful and does require consistent effort, and we have spent many evenings working through assignments together, which has helped our child build strong habits and confidence.One of the greatest strengths of Veritas is its sense of community. Many families remain at the school for years, creating a feeling of continuity that allows children to grow up together in a way that feels increasingly rare. New families are welcomed naturally and supported as they find their place, which adds to the community rather than changing its character.We have also appreciated the school’s attentiveness to everyday needs. Teachers communicate clearly and respond thoughtfully, helping students feel supported and understood within the classroom.Veritas Collegiate Academy is not a perfect or effortless school, but it is a good and faithful one. We believe God clearly led our family to this school, and it has been exactly what we needed. We are deeply grateful for this place and the people who make it what it is.

My concerns with GCA include: - My daughter has worn a particular pair of blue jeans MANY times but gets sent home one random day due to an emblem which signifies the brand. It is not inappropriate.- The school emails about prom dresses and requiring over 10 specifics which may require alterations. I get modesty especially in a Christian school but it is behind overkill with their demands (I'm told generally from the female principal)- My daughter once held hands with a boy at a football game and was told not to do so. Meanwhile, the principal and the security guard are married so PDA is allowed. Numerous reports of this including photos as evidence. This is not leading by example. - I have been told the security guard (the one married to the principal) smokes cigars on his golf cart before school begins. Again, not leading by example with what is required of students.- The teachers are gravely underpaid. Some of them also do not have degrees in what they teach (though maybe not required, just discomforting).- The theatrical productions are low budget and very poorly done. Unfortunately, no help monetarily seems to go to this program. Rough sets, somewhat poor quality microphones & speakers, charges to audience but performance doesn't back up cost. - None of the sports programs seem to prep a kid for the next level competitively with exception of baseball. This may be an opinion but this is observation. - There are plenty of rumors, "clicks" and overdramatic responses from staff if things don't go a certain way. Students get the brunt of it. - There are reports of many students transferring even for their Senior year.- Low flexibility or exceptions for family travel if during a school year.- Please don't dare allow your kid to publicly make mistakes outside the school. Even if there is a photo noticed of a parent or adult beverage near a kid at a private party in your home or event...be prepped that your kid may be called to the office over that.- My kid and many of her friends complain about the school pretty consistently.

They do a great job in getting the kids ready for college. They use the Abeka program. My kids have loved it and been there since preschool. The sports there are great do wish they had baseball.

We're very happy with this school. Our kids are thriving and have meaningful friendships. We love their teachers and are very impressed with the care and diligence they show in teaching our children. There is always something fun going on, with many special events and sports throughout the year and we couldn't be happier. We've looked at the standardized test results of our children and are very pleased. Placing our kiddos in this school, Great Bridge Christian Academy, has been so worth it!

Greenbrier Christian Academy has proven, year after year, to not only ensure ny child is advancing extremely well educationally, but also spiritually, while simultaneously ensuring the ability to tap into both personal strengths and weaknesses.I believe that my child is being set up incredibly well, not only for a higher-achieving university education, but also wisdom beyond the classroom.Lastly, there is no better family at any other school than the family found at GCA.