Pretty small in population and unorthodox principal. I have friends who go here and they don't like it, I attended myself for a few months and it was very shady, not many extracurriculars.

I attended from 1st-9th grade and it was absolutely phenomenal. Best school I have been to by far, the student body is responsible and respectful along with all the staff. The food is wonderful because they give a large variety to choose from everyday, every week, and every month.

I wish I could give this school more than 1 star but I cannot. We have a young child who we adopted after being in foster care for 3 years. When we met with the school we talked about how we wanted him to be in a faith based school to have stability, structure and security. We were assured the school did all those things. Unfortunately none of that was the case. Some of the things we experienced: - For the small children there are two different teachers for the week. That in and of itself is ok, but not what we were looking for. - If a teacher is absent, the class is run by whatever parent/volunteer they have. These are not teachers. This raises concerns about the quality of education and the ability to guide and support these students' learning. - My husband's first time in the classroom was on a day the teacher was absent. There was a parent in the room who asked if he was ok with the kids, he said yes, not realizing it would be for more than a couple of minutes. Another parent did not come back for over an hour. There is no plan for teacher absences. - These parents have NOT had any kind of background check. - We know of other parents, again not teachers, who work in the classroom and teach subjects including the older children. -There is no structure or rhyme or reason to how the classes are taught. The kids in the classroom tend to be out of control. My husband was in the classroom a lot and was shocked by the lack of clear structure. - After school there were many instances where the littles (ages 5-10) were overseen by just a teenager. - Communication is horrible. We reached out to the administration multiple times with ZERO response. Not even an acknowledgement. - Parents are not informed of important events or changes in schedule. The yearly calendar that is given out changes and is not accurate. Overall we are very disappointed.

It used to be Lake West now it’s Lake Christian Academy.

We love Foothills. The teachers are amazing. They always have an open line of communication and are very helpful. Our son loves his fellow students. I love the stem program and the Spanish emersion classes.

We went to this school because we heard good things about the curriculum. There's a waiting list and in order to ensure we get in, we were advised to switch during the current year. We did, in April. At the end of April, we get an "official notice" that my kindergarden son will be held back because he doesn't have enough grades in a subject that did not exist at the other school. They say "we might" be able to submit a packet in July, and he "might" pass. I asked for the package now, so we have time to make up any work, and that would be a non issue. They don't have it and told me to wait for him to fail first. That's unacceptable. He has no chances to get to 67% in a month because he doesn't have that amount of work submitted. The kid is smart, can do the work, but has no opportunities to make up for it and is put on a path to fail? Packets with work missed should be given to transferring students, on their first day. They should not be put on a path to fail regardless of the quality of their work. Please note we came from advanced charter, with a foreign language and an uniform.

Bridges has been a game changer for our family for the last 3 years. Our daughter has received an incredible start through the clear and proven Montessori method of early childhood education, and we have been consistently impressed and honestly grateful for the kindness, patience and compassion of the staff at the Towson campus. They are always open to conversation about students' development and needs, and each of them has a gift for caring for young children. We can't recommend Bridges highly enough and we will carry fond memories of our daughter's time here through the rest of our lives. Thank you, Bridges!

The elementary campus is great with great teachers! The secondary campus is not well run. They have a communications director who gossips about all parents and students and favors only certain programs who get all the credit for everything. She really needs to go for this school to run like a professional school should. The athletics director only cares about 2 sports and those are the ones he coaches- baseball and basketball. Most all other sports are coached by parents who have their own kids on the team and give them special treatment. The whole athletics department at this school is a joke. If you high schooler is serious about athletics DO NOT COME TO PACT. Your child will not get the supportive environment they deserve. The only good sports are run by coaches who don't have kids on the team they are coaching. The Soccer teams are great because they are coached by coaches who actually are fair and do the right thing. The Speech and drama department is coached by amazing coaches so I would recommend them as well. If you child wants to be an athlete in any other sports, I would avoid this school. Nepotism is all around at this school.

This is my first year teaching as a kindergarten teacher at Midway Star Academy. I like teaching at this school because they really train their educators to prepare them to lead their classrooms. As an educator if I need support and resources the school leaders provides it right away. I really like working at Midway Star because its a community place where everyone is welcome. The school has special education department. The school also has family engagement night. The school provides different kinds of activities for families to enjoy with their children together.

As a parent of two sons attending The Steward School, I would like to share a bit about the nurturing environment and exceptional educational opportunities they receive. From the lower school to the middle school, Steward has truly become a second home for my children, where they not only thrive academically but also find joy and growth in their daily experiences. In the lower school, my son's enthusiasm for learning is palpable. He eagerly participates in extended day activities, cherishing the bonds he has formed with his peers and teachers. The sense of community and care that permeates the lower school environment is truly remarkable. It's heartwarming to see my son reluctant to leave at the end of our extended days, a testament to the genuine connections he has cultivated and the outstanding support he receives from the staff. Transitioning into middle school can often be daunting, but at Steward, it's an exciting journey of exploration and self-discovery. My other son has had the opportunity to explore a diverse range of programs, allowing him to uncover his talents and interests. He gets to choose his path, and even when I want to encourage a different opportunity for him, it is amazing to see him find his passions and his individuality. The school's commitment to providing a well-rounded education is evident in the breadth of offerings available and the care of the amazing middle school faculty and administration. As a result, my son's 6th-grade experience has been nothing short of wonderful, filled with opportunities for growth, challenge, and personal development. The sense of community at Steward is unparalleled. From collaborative projects in the classroom to school-wide events and initiatives, students are encouraged to support and uplift one another, fostering a culture of curiosity, inclusivity, and connection. I must disclose I also speak from personal experience, not only as a proud parent of two Spartans but also as a dedicated employee. Over my almost six years with the school, I've been consistently supported, appreciated, and motivated to develop my professional skills further, contributing meaningfully to our community. Working alongside engaging colleagues has made each day enjoyable, and I've found a healthy work-life balance that allows me to thrive. Being part of The Steward School has given me a unique perspective on what truly makes it the ideal choice for our family and, in my opinion, the top school in RVA!

The school has been a wonderful community for my children and family. The curriculum and the teachers are the appropriate balance of challenging, engaging, caring, and innovative. The academics and faculty are world-class and the program balances the educational and social-emotional development of my children. There's a reason why this is the top school in the Cincinnati area...the school is always striving to make this the best learning environment for children who are learning and growing in a such a rapidly changing world. The faculty and staff have their pulse and what a great education is and how to develop children from 18 months to 18 years academically and personally.

My daughter love this school. Always happy to go and never wanted to skip. She loves her friends and teachers.

I am pretty upset with this 6th grade school . The teachers have zero monitoring compared to 5th grade house. No information about the assignments/tests due for the week is sent to the parent. I am a parent and the teachers in 5th grade house was wonderful. Before my kid came back from bus , I would have information about the different assignments/ test due for the day/week. In 6th grade house, even when we email home room teacher about the upcoming absence no email comes back acknowledging it or if we email about student being absent they say we have no Clue and need to contact the front desk. Not only that, I am being told by the student that the teachers ignore about cussing happening in the corridor by student(s) when teacher is nearby . I am totally unhappy with the teacher I got for 6th grade house and I wish the principal had more control over the staff.

I hate this school it’s horrible and unhealthy

My child used to go here and he became depressed because of a bully and the school did nothing. i pulled him out.