Trinity Classical Academy

Posted: February 11, 2023

My son has attended TCA since 1st grade and he absolutely loves it there. I feel completely safe sending him to school, which says a lot during the times we're living in. He's now in 4th grade and is learning things that my friend's 6th grade child is learning in public school. He's excited every morning to get up and go to school and his classmates have become more like family than friends to him. He's been fortunate enough to have the same teacher 2 years in a row (she moved up a grade with the kids) and she is absolutely phenomenal. I wish she could teach him every year. I really can't say enough good things about all the teachers and staff. They go above and beyond for their students. They are quick to respond to emails and the lines of communication are always open. I feel like they truly love each and every student at TCA and want them to succeed. I do hope that they add on high school grades because I can't imagine leaving our TCA family.

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Posted: October 16, 2022

My grandchildren have been at TCA for two years. They are very content and so happy at school! Their curriculum is outstanding. They are able to participate in special areas ; music, art, language, and chapel to grow their faith. Smaller classes enable strong interaction between the student and teacher . I would highly recommend this program!

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Posted: August 17, 2019

Even though we never experienced bullying personally, I know TCA has a no bullying policy and must because I have heard other parents talk about certain students who have been expelled for bullying.

Posted: August 17, 2019

Our families overall experience has been excellent! The school has gone through a few transitions but it all for the good of the school. One of the parents commented on this site about the the school not being accredited. As an educator myself I know that accredited private schools are held to certain standards developed by the accreditation organization of their choice. Here's the question.... are the standards developed by the accreditation organization grade level appropriate, do the standards include accommodations for students with learning disabilities, are the standards based on a timeline, what if a teacher needs to rush through a certain unit because it must be mastered by a certain date even though half the students in class haven't retained the information.
To the parent who commented: So yes, TCA is not accredited. So what!!!! Do you have any idea what it cost a school to become accredited?? If my child is receiving a rigors education by loving and nurturing qualified teachers who's goals are to help students not only learn (one grade level above I might add) and have great character, but to also feel successful and maintain confidence in themselves then by George TCA has done their job!!

Posted: August 17, 2019

I love the fact that my child is held to a higher standard of learning. Her homework load is reasonable. Every afternoon my daughter sits down gets out her homework and completes it on her own. TCA teaches student to be independent learns which is fantastic.

Posted: August 17, 2019

TCA teachers are highly qualified! My family has been apart of TCA for eight years now. Two of my children are attending Pinewood for high school after their eighth grade year at TCA. The academic transition could not have gone better! My kids were well prepared for their college prep high school due to the rigors academic the received from TCA.

Posted: August 17, 2019

TCA definitely instills character into its students. In fact, students are graded on their character. They feel it is imperative for students to understand and be able to model good character not only at school but in society as well!! I love the fact that my second grader understands and demonstrates integrity, responsibility, and respect!

Posted: August 17, 2019

TCA absolutely supports students with learning difference. Three of my children who attended have learning disabilities along with ADHD. The accommodation they were given to be successful students was spot on!

Posted: July 24, 2018

In my opinion TCA is one of the best kept educational secret in Summerville! The administration, teachers, and staff do an excellent job of providing their students with love and compassion in an academically rigors atmosphere. If you would like for your children to experience a wonderful education in a small classroom setting with no distractions, then TCA is the place for them!

Posted: July 24, 2018

I knew that TCA offered an academically rigors education and therefore understood before my 4 children started school there 6 years ago that they would have to learn effect study habits, which they're taught by the teachers at TCA. I also made sure may children understood they were responsible for paying attention in class and writing assignments down. The homework load is very manageable.

Posted: July 24, 2018

We love the teachers at TCA! All of my children have different learning styles which were meet by all TCA teachers. In fact I have 2 children with dyslexia who are thriving at TCA!! With the teachers and myself working together, my children are now able to work independently in the classroom as well as at home with homework!

Posted: July 24, 2018

TCA works to develop strong character in each of their students. In fact, students are grade on their character! I love the idea that my children are learning that having a strong character is a life long skill that will carry them into adulthood.

Posted: July 24, 2018

Now that the school is under new leadership, I have seen a drastic different. It is obvious that the new head of schools is passionate about her students feeling successful. Her communication with parents is excellent. She definitely has a bond with every single student at TCA. I would say all of the teachers and staff are excellent leaders who have a passion for teaching!

Posted: July 24, 2018

Like I mentioned before, I have 2 children with dyslexia who are thriving at TCA. Even though TCA is does not have to offer accommodation for children with learning disabilities, the teachers and staff do their best to insure their students understand the information taught and feel successful.

Posted: July 24, 2018

We have had no issues with bullying at TCA. I also know that bullying is not tolerated.

Posted: June 30, 2018

My child has been at TAC for many years and we have had a wonderful experience. My child has friends, is happy to go to school, and is challenged academically.

Posted: June 30, 2018

Posted: May 8, 2018

Teachers and administration are completely ineffective at handling discipline issues. Children are picked on by both students AND teachers. Whenever there is a question by a parent, the parent(s) are called in for a "conference" about an issue that suddenly comes up. Teachers and administration do not take responsibility for, or empowerment over, leadership failures at the school.

Posted: May 8, 2018

Children can be made to feel as if they are unworthy of adults' respect. Because bullying is such a problem, integrity and honestly are not rewarded.

Posted: May 8, 2018

Leadership is not qualified to run the school. Administration has little to no experience in even teaching, much less running a school. Problems are blamed on parents and children, and families are made to feel as if they have done something wrong. Administration does not treat families equitably.

Posted: May 8, 2018

Students are not empowered to take care of one another, therefore learning differences become more prominent. Teachers and administration point out learning differences in front of other students.

Posted: May 8, 2018

Absolutely NOT! This school does not handle bullies at all. Bullies are allowed to continue to remain at school, as well as continue to bully with little to no consequence. Students have been demoralized, humiliated, and even physically injured by bullies without consequence.

Posted: May 8, 2018

What we believed would be a positive experience was a disaster. We came out of the experience feeling wounded, and our children were so unhappy. We had to work to rebuild confidence and self-worth in them. If you are looking for a pleasant school in a Christian environment, TCA is not the place for you.

Posted: August 1, 2017

The new leadership has been highly effective in both increasing communication among staff and parents, as well as, implementing new ways to reach students through added interests and curriculum support.

Posted: August 1, 2017

All of the teachers have done an excellent job helping my son with his learning differences.

Posted: August 1, 2017

Bullying is not tolerated at any level. Because the school is small, the atmosphere lends itself to more of a big happy family. The students are very close and there is a strong feeling of community among the parents.

Posted: August 1, 2017

Teachers are very willing to go to great lengths in order to help students. Due to the small class sizes, they are able to individually help each student and my son has thrived in tennis smaller class setting. The teachers treat the kids as their own and are very knowledgeable in the subject they teach with many holding degrees in that particular subject.

Posted: August 1, 2017

Trinity has a citizenship class for all students and bullying is not tolerated. The students are always complemented in the community while attending field trips.

Posted: August 1, 2017

Homework is not excessive and helps to review and solidify concepts learned that day.

Posted: August 1, 2017

Our son has attended TCA for the past seven years and has thrived both educationally and socially. We love the teachers, and the students are just great kids. Trinity is truly a hidden gem in the heart of Summerville with an affordable tuition and a challenging, effective, research-based curriculum. We are so blessed to be a part of such a wonderful school.

Posted: July 29, 2017

I think this school is WONDERFUL. We are a tight knit group of parents and students. We do a lot of fun things together. The teachers are wonderful. The Director of the school is fabulous. I cannot say enough good things about the school and I am very happy my kids are here. The class sizes are small, religion is included but it is not a part of the curriculum taught, which I like because I would not want the extra homework for religion. The kids use laptops to do much of their work, which prepares them for high school and college.

Posted: July 29, 2017

Assignments are given daily by each teacher and posted online for the students to see. They are also required to write their assignments down. The homework is effective and not overload. It is a great way for me, as a parent, to review what they are doing in school.

Posted: July 29, 2017

The math teacher has high expectations of the students, which I like. The English teacher has been very supportive in helping my son become a better reader. The science teacher is great and does a lot of hands on experiments and labs, while incorporating reading and writing assignments in class or for homework. The history teacher is a lot of fun and teaches the content thoroughly.

Posted: July 29, 2017

I think most ALL of the students that are at this school come to the school with these attributes but I do witness the teachers encouraging it, modeling it, and recognizing the efforts of the students when they witness them doing or saying something that points to them being of a strong charachter.

Posted: July 29, 2017

Leadership in the administration is very good and the students being leaders is also a factor in this school.

Posted: July 29, 2017

I have two children that attend this school and one of them needs additional assistance with reading and writing, as well as time taking tests. They fully support this. My other child does not need any accomodations at all.

Posted: July 29, 2017

I say I strongly agree, although, I have never witnessed any bullying going on in this school.

Posted: November 1, 2016

If you choose to attend this school be prepared to be disillusioned! It may take a while depending on how vocal you are. Conflicts are swept under the rug, the proven bullies supported, and the innocent persecuted! The environment is TOXIC and not at all what you expect from a private "Christian" school.

Posted: August 25, 2016

I cannot express my displeasure with this school enough. Our experience was very negative and I do not recommend this school.

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Posted: December 8, 2015

My child has done a 180 degree turn around from public school since attending Trinity! My son went from complaining about going to school, to looking forward to each day! All I can say is, "no drama, no distractions, no chaos, just learning and more importantly, understanding what he is learning! I'm amazed at what this school and it's awesome teachers have done for my son! Wish I had enrolled him earlier!

Posted: March 5, 2014

Wonderful small school providing a rigorous education. My children have excelled at this school, highly recommend it. Tuition is also reasonable compared to other private schools in the area!