Cumberland Academy

Posted March 29, 2007

Our principal, a seasoned professional, is quite serious when it comes to matters of discipline. However, lunch time is the only time the students are able to socialize without a teacher directly supervising them. At Cumberland we do not consider talking during lunch time an infraction of our discipline policy. Discipline infractions are handled swiftly and seriously at Cumberland Academy. Also, our students are expected to clean up after themselves during lunch. So there are times when children are up, taking trash, sweeping, etc. which may appear chaotic to anyone who is unfamiliar with our lunch period. We are sorry one of our parents had a bad experience while visiting our campus and wish he or she had spoken with a member of Administration prior to posting a negative comment. Kim Baker-Bonham Assistant Director
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Posted November 11, 2009

As the parent of an austistic child, options here in the south are limited. We have a high-functioning child with developmental delays and sensory issues. The public school system had him in a class with students who could not speak or walk some were manic while some were Down s Syndrome children - students who required much more of the teacher s time and attention. We found ourselves at a loss because we knew he needed extra help but didn t belong in the public school s idea of a special needs class. We were thrilled to find Cumberland. We didn't want to see him in a class of 25 regular children. He is quite shy, we knew he would get lost in the crowd. At Cumberland, he has eleven children in his class. He gets plenty of attention and encouragement. After three months, we have noticed some great changes in his progress.
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Posted May 18, 2008

We have been at Cumberland for two years now and I have never been so pleased. I know in the past Cumberland was not performing at its best- but I can tell you now it is!! I love the teacher/student ratio, parent involvment, administration and overall feel of the school. The thing that I love is that not only are my children excelling academically but socially and spiritually as well. I would recommend Cumberland Academy for those who truly want the very best for their child.
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Posted April 11, 2007

My daughter is in Kindergarden this year, and as a very picky parent, i am completely satisfied. The reading and math programs are awesome. She has learned so much and i couldnt be more proud of the way this school has handled the disciplinary action and how nice the teachers and front office are! The Principal is great!
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