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I'm a parent of a recent graduate of BGA, I would like to say that as far as academics go BGA is one of the best in the state. With that being said, I would also like to state that education is more than academics in a classroom. BGA is one of the worse when it comes to social environment and diversity. They cater to the rich or I should say the people with the most money, even though those people don't always have the good of the school at heart. If you want your child to be lacking in the vital areas of communication and people skills it is a great place to go but if you are looking for the total package, I would look at other privates and publics.
I grew up in Middle Tennessee and attended public (Williamson County) and private. My children have attended 2 local private schools including BGA. Because of my vast exposure to the schools and systems in the area I feel that my opinion is based upon experience and not emotion. BGA has one of the most challenging academic programs while offering competitive athletic and liberal arts teams. For those considering public versus private in Middle Tennessee you will hear praises of Brentwood/Williamson County. Keep in mind that Williamson County is just the best of the worst (Tennessee ranks 47th in the nation in education).
20 years ago, the school was one of the best in the country. Now it's simply an average private school in all areas (athletics, academics, 'family enviroment,' school pride, etc). The school has recently been obsessed with growth (enlarging the campus and enrollment) which is an obvious attempt to mimic the other local privates. It's a shame that the administration feels like they must be the same as BA, MBA, EHS, etc. They really had character and a solid and legit niche when they tried to sell themselves to the blue collar families of Franklin rather than pander across three counties in order to strengthen the bottom line. I enjoyed my years at the Academy, but not because of the school. That was due to the friends I made while there, which you can do for free at FHS. I regret that I wasted my parents' money for seven years.
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