Excel Academy,

11500 West 84th Avenue, Arvada, CO 80005

"I have an elementary school child who attends Excel Academy, and we have had a phenomenal experience in the two years we have been here. The new focus on explorations has made learning very engaging. Teachers are phenomenal! The PTO sponsors great community events. Love the small school, only 2-3 classes per grade level, so it feels like a community where everyone is seen and known. I would definitely recommend this school."

"I am sad to write this review and hope that things will change and I can delete it. I am writing this review for perspective parents and students. I have an 8th grader who has been at the school since kindergarten. I really should have chosen a different school for this year, but I truly thought things would be better. Excel Academy had a change in leadership that led to some fall out of staff. Always to be expected, however, we had a HUGE fall out of staff - at least in the middle school area. Last year we lost 7-8 teachers in just the middles school as well as a fair amount of k-5 teachers and administrative staff. That may not seem like a lot but for such a small school it is significant. In the last week the 7th and 8th graders have lost 3 or their 4 core teachers and the deam of middle school has submitted her resignation. If you are considering coming to this school, I would look at Lincoln Academy and Woodrow Wilson as alternatives."

"Some of the teachers managed to bully me and get away with it all. Teachers will always target someone. I was here 9 years and my 4th and 5th grade years were the worst. I couldn't go a day without being picked on by students and my teacher All the good teachers would get fired for the most stupid(and little) reasons (mostly male teachers). Also, since I have left, more good teachers were fired and girls aren't allowed to wear leggings. Now that I am in highschool I can be very confident to say that most of the teachers at this school should not be teachers."

"I have very high expectations for the education my son receives (currently he is in first grade and it is his second year at Excel). Excel has been amazing..I truly appreciate the collaborative learning environment at this school. Teachers, staff and parents all truly foster an learning culture. The kids are all challenged at their own levels: my son is a grade advanced in math and gets to leave his first grade classroom each day for one hour to take second grade math. He is still struggling some with being consistent in his reading so he leaves his main class for 15 min each day for smaller group reading. The parents at Excel all seem to be genuinely involved in their child's education. As mentioned my son is in second grade, he has already had four research presentations (three in Kindergarten and one so far in 1st grade). Thanks to these assignments, he is able to stand up in front of a room of 40 people and give a presentation. The support staff, including the main office and the maintenance staff are the most friendly and helpful people I get to encounter. I am glad we made the decision to enroll our son at Excel Academy."

"Overall, my children and I have been pleased with our experience at Excel. The rigorous academic culture is a good fit for us, and we appreciate the smaller school experience. Having your kindergarten teacher just down the hall from your middle school locker can provide a feeling of support during an otherwise tumultuous time of life. The field trips are fun and educational, and Excel supports students' fundraising efforts. When difficulties arise, the staff and administration usually pursue a beneficial outcome."