Blair Christian Academy 220 West Upsal Street, Philadelphia, PA 19119

"I enrolled my kids at BCC thinking it was a good, well structured school but as time went on I realized it wasn’t a great choice. I’ve never encountered so many unprofessional people at a school until now. I’ve been called on days school was closed (Sunday) to be reminded of payment not to mention the late fee which is $100. Why is their late fee more than Capital One late fee? Not to mention to get a sibling discount, you have to volunteer at the school for 40 hrs just to get $20 off tuition each month. I wasn’t too fond of administration asking parents to buy their kids teachers presents for the holidays either. My son had a play (which was held at a church & after the play, they asked for “offering” as if it was church service & I just received the word). When it snowed, the school couldn’t get anyone to plow the driveway or parking lot so school was closed for a few extra days and they even asked parents to volunteer to plow & shovel as if that high ass tuition isn’t enough. My kids also went there for camp and I don’t know how I was still making camp paying In the middle of the school year. I feel like the book keeper was reading books instead of keeping track of them!! This school is definitely all about money. Since my kids left they’ve been doin much better & most of all I don’t have to deal with being called outside of business hours in reference to a payment that I haven’t forgotten or all the unexplainable reasons to give them money"

"When returning to work after being home for a few years with my children, we looked at many options for childcare in our area. We chose Blair Christian Academy because they offer a safe, caring environment that nurtures children to love God and develops their minds as well. I would recommend BCA if you are looking for a small, family environment with staff that will treat your children like they are their own."

"My three grandchildren all attended Blair Christian Academy and now that two have been out for some time, I can truly appreciate the foundation that was instilled in them at Blair. My oldest grandchild is on her way to college, my second grandchild just finished his freshman year at a magnet high school program, and my youngest grandchild is doing exceptionally well. Blair's foundation prepared them academically, spiritually, emotionally, and socially. It is such a blessing when you can see the growth of your children's children."

"I have been affiliated with BCA for approx 11 years. When my daughter & son-in-law returned to Philadelphia, I recommended they enroll their child, my grandbaby, in BCA's pre-k program. She has been there for 3 yrs. We are pleased with my grandbaby's spiritual, academic & social development. She's also learning Spanish. The teachers are loving. The children respect the adults & each other. BCA assists in the growth of her personal relationship with God. My grandbaby loves to worship the Lord and now she does in English & Spanish. I love it!"

"Any positive review your read are written by administration. The only positives are the children and the parents that genuinely want the best for them. The school itself is a shameful waste of your money and child's development. There is absolutely no security. They buzz anyone in and do not even look half the time to see who came in. They find any and every excuse not to be open or dismiss early, yet have no problem charging you full tuition for the month. Staff will look at their wrist watch right in front of your face, so you better talk fast and get your kid outta there faster. Unsanitary. Have they ever heard of paint? How about bleach? Don't expect to be kept informed of what is going on, when, or why, but if they want money, you will know 2 months in advance. Staff turn-over is high so you can expect to see a new face in front of your child at least 1-2 times during the year. No credentials are ever offered to a parent so you can only hope that they are legitimate. So why did my child end up enrolled? Because this is Philadelphia. The public school system is frightening. Blair Christian knows this. And they take advantage of parents desperation. I ignored the dimly lit halls, broken water fountains, unfriendly staff because I hoped the school poured all of its money/focus into extra-curricular activities & other children-focused things. Blair Christian Academy is a disgrace. Shame on you BCA."