WESLEYAN IS AN EXCELLENT SCHOOL! The negative revi...

WESLEYAN IS AN EXCELLENT SCHOOL! The negative reviews are absolutely contrary to my family's experience and my observations as an educator and educational researcher. My kids were largely not pushed and even at times overlooked and allowed to coast in their public elementary school because they were "good kids" and tested very well on End of Year and standardized tests - at WCA, they've experienced authentic learning and high achievement in not only the tested math and reading subjects but also in writing, history, geography, art, music, literature, & science. Honestly, they've flourished with the high expectations of the teachers and the school (which can be an adjustment at first) and they are getting truly prepared for success in high school, college, and beyond. In terms of academics, sports, arts, music, and drama, the wisest thing that we did for our kids was to get them into WCA (granted it isn't cheap). It is not uncommon to hear that some families commute almost 2 hours daily to get to and from WCA. The character building in EVERYTHING they do is wonderful (and in my experience is not in an "over-the-top holier than thou" kind of way either but in a truly humbling, celebrating, and learning from our differences type of tone). My kids WANT to make a difference in this world and WCA is preparing them both academically and spiritually while encouraging them to discover what that means for them individually. I would absolutely recommend Wesleyan for anyone.