West Bay Christian Academy (Elementary)

Posted: December 12, 2021

West Bay Christian Academy is an extremely rigorous school academically. The workload is intense in quantity and is challenging for all levels. It prepares students well for high school.

The culture of the school is toxic and stifling, however. The atmosphere of inerrancy in its conservative Evangelical religious and moral teachings shuts down any room for debate or questioning. As a young gay man coming to terms with my identity while attending WBCA, the virulently homophobic teachings left me feeling isolated and ashamed. The fear of my secret being exposed and the punishments and loss of friendships that could arise from this caused me to internalize my struggle and not confide in anyone about it.

Parents must understand that if their children are LGBTQ+, there are no support systems in place at WBCA or most other religious schools. My experiences at WBCA have inflicted long-lasting psychological damage, have hindered my personal development, and have weakened my faith.

Posted: December 12, 2021

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Posted: January 10, 2020

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Does not have a special education department.

Posted: January 10, 2020

Posted: January 10, 2020

My children are currently attending West Bay. Environment is loving and caring. Academics are challenging. The teachers know and love my children. My children love school and are thriving at WBCA.

Posted: January 10, 2020

Posted: August 31, 2012

My children attended and graduated from West Bay. They were well prepared for high school, suceeding in mostly honor level classes. The academics at WBCA were challenging and well taught. The teachers were very caring and nurturing. My children developed strong, lasting friendships, as well as excellent work habits/ study skills. Our family is very thankful for the solid education and spiritual grounding that our children were given by West Bay.

Posted: April 11, 2012

My three kids have been going to West Bay for three years, starting with preschool. They have recieved a wonderful, individualized education, but most importantly are surrounded by warmth and caring from staff, parents and students.