College Park Elementary School

This is one of the worst Chesapeake public schools we have attended. Since day, one administration has been the worst. They do not take care of bullying at all. The kids behaviors are out of control. If you’re wanting an elementary school, they’re way better ones in the Chesapeake system.

My children have attended Woodstock since my eldest was in 1st grade, four years ago. We were so pleased our first year as our experience matched the school's reputation. But over the last three years myself and other parents have seen a discouraging shift. The quality of education has slipped. Some of the best teachers have left the school. The teachers that have replaced the former teachers communicate less, are less patient, and the curriculum is sub par. The leadership at the school is untrustworthy and is partially the reason why many of the veteran teachers have left. These are not simply my experience, but the experience of at least two dozen parents that I've spoken with over the last three years. We were hopeful that once things stabilized post covid that the education would return to a better standard. It has not. If I could I would home school or send my children to private school, not Woodstock. Not with the current leadership there. My wife and I, like other parents, are very concerned about what middle school has to offer. We've heard too many unfortunate stories about that experience.

I am the parent of 2 children who attended Saint Matthew's from 6th through 8th grade. I can not say enough good things about the experience. Everyone from the principal to the custodial staff are caring and devoted people. My children were held to a high academic standard as well as being reminded in everything that they did that respect for one's self and respect for others was expected at all times. Besides the strong academics, they were exposed to art, music, computer science, and an exceptionally good theater program. The teachers and the staff are fantastic at keeping you updated on what is happening with your child, as well as what is going on at school. Both of my kids continue to excel academically and I know that part of the reason for that is their time at Saint Matthew's.

Tabernacle Baptist Academy is a wonderful school for children to experience a Christian based learning experience at a superior pace with expert approach. My Grandson has attended from Pre K (age of 3) and is so prepared for entering 1st Grade. He has learned so much and has surprised us time and again with his knowledge of the Bible and has shared so much of what he has learned with his friends at our family church in his children’s church class. If you have any reservations about sending your child to this school, stop. This is the place. I can only speak to the Pre K from experience but I can attest to a solid foundation of learning in a Christian environment. This school has exceeded expectations in so many ways. I know that we are blessed to have made this school selection for our family.