Fletcher School

8500 Sardis Road

Charlotte, NC 28270

17 Reviews

School District
Grade

1-12
Type

private

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Submitted by parent on May 08, 2024

Fletcher has been the best possible school for our son who has ADHD/Anxiety and was struggling to keep up at another private school. Even worse, he had been bullied for being different. At Fletcher he was able to focus on his work in a supportive environment without distractions, and with other bright students who can relate to him. His grades there have been excellent, and he is preparing to attend one of the 7 colleges he was accepted to in the fall. The college counselor has been wonderful in helping apply for college, scholarships, and guiding us through the process. We appreciate the sports program which gives everyone a chance to be part of a team, enjoy exercise and recreation, without too much pressure or competitiveness. We LOVE Fletcher and wish there was a Fletcher-like college. FIVE STARS!
Submitted by other on April 11, 2024

My granddaughter has dyslexia, and they were having .Ike a spelling contest. And my granddaughter misspelled a word, the teacher made fun of her. What kind of teacher does this? My granddaughter is 12 years old. Shame on that teacher.
Submitted by teacher on May 28, 2023

They mislead parents and advise their ratio is 6:1. It is not. They are changing the schedule for the 23-24 school year to have academics in the afternoon for very young children all for the money and the benefit of a handful of high school students. Please be aware of this before sending your child here. They are loosing staff because administrators are cruel and personally attack teachers for standing up for what is right.
Submitted by parent on March 01, 2023

This is our first year at the school and I am feeling so blessed that we found this place. It's such a breath of fresh air! The teachers support our child and holds high standards for all students. The way that they support my child in their studies, helps me know as a parent that we made the right choice! I can not imagine our child attending any other school. Public schools aren't adequately staffed to support all kids needs, especially when a child is struggling and has a documented disability (ADHD/Dyslexia/etc). There are sports and other after school activities that are offered. Class sizes are 6:1 which yields optimal results. The teachers and staff are very welcoming and supportive! The homework load isn't too much and the students are challenged in their academics!
Submitted by other on November 23, 2021

The Fletcher School is the THE Primary Reason my son was prepared to be successful in his primary and secondary education, and was prepared to excel in college, where he graduated with a Bachelor's Degree with honors. Your child's success is a joint effort comprised of his/her teachers, YOU, and your child; You are the strongest link in the chain. His/her teachers can and will provide your child with every coping method he/she needs to succeed; you have to make sure he/she does all of his/her homework and never make it a drudgery, and never ever show your frustration.
Submitted by parent on May 18, 2021

My son was a student at this school a few years ago. We were told a similar story about his learning abilities and that the only way he could stay at Fletcher was to put him on some sort of medication. This is a child that had no behavior issues but a learning disability (the reason why we came in the first place). We were basically kicked out of Fletcher, because we refused to put our child on medication. This has troubled us over the years and thought we were the only family that dealt with this type of treatment from such a "prestigious school". After talking about Fletcher one night, I decided to go online and read their reviews. I was amazed at what I saw and wanted to share our story. My son went on to another private school shortly thereafter and yes he has had some struggles, but he has made it through without medication. He had really patient, knowledgeable, and smart teachers who worked with him. I wish Fletcher could have done this! I cannot advise you to attend this school or not. If you are a concerned parent, please be an advocate for your child! You know your child better than anyone else and you know what is best.
Submitted by other on January 21, 2020

I came to this school during my 8th-grade year seeking additional support that my other schools couldn't offer me because of my disabilities. I came to Fletcher with a positive outlook after being told that it would be a great fit for me and that they could serve my needs. All of my hopes were soon crushed when I was told that I was "unteachable" from the previous head of school at the end of that year. How can a school that states that they are learning disabled equipped and can help a child whenever he/she needs it to just come and stick a label on them and kick them out their door? I am now happy and succeeding at another school. I know that every student is unique and that there are a lot of students and parents who are happy here but I know this is definitely not the first time that something like this has happened to other families who went here. I would recommend this school only to students whose parents have a lot of money to spend on their child's education and who understand the risk of their child(ren) being kicked out even if they are learning disabled.
Submitted by parent on June 30, 2018

We love Fletcher. This will be our 3rd year. We look forward to many more years. Our child is growing with her education with leaps and bounds. Best choice we ever made.
Submitted by parent on February 08, 2018

Just outstanding - been there 5 years. Not sure that they teach on bullying honestly. It is such an accepting and loving and community that I have never felt it necessary. My son is very, very happy and learning.
Submitted by parent on June 30, 2017

My husband and I were told our child could not be taught though she experienced much success during a prior summer's math tutorial at Fletcher. In fact, it was because of this success we chose to apply to Fletcher. Yet during the course of the school year the former middle school director and former headmaster of the school changed their minds at the expense of our child and her self-esteem. Since this time our daughter has been tutored at Mathnasium and is now functioning at grade level. By our experience Fletcher teachers, many not all, are just not up to the task of teaching this population.
Submitted by other on September 30, 2015

During my time at this school i went threw a major loss and instead of helping me the teachers ostracized me and then i was asked to leave. I had a mental break down at a school where they say they will help a child when he needs it, but all they did was make me out to be a horrible person and asked me to leave. At the time i was in the school the person they expected students to go talk to was also the person who would write out the detentions and stuff, so when you did go and talk to her it only ended up just getting in trouble. they didnt offer to help me they just said your a problem and kicked me out.
Submitted by parent on September 13, 2015

Fletcher school has been the worst experience ever.Within the last month of the school year, I was told that it would be best that my child should leave the school (Not to finish the school year). I would not conform to what the school wanted. First, I would not medicate my child so that he would become a lethargic zombie (he is an active curious child). Second, my child did not need multiple therapists to make up problems to justify why he should go to Fletcher (his psychologist who tested him said that he was normal child with dyslexia). I understand the dilemma of finding the right school for ADHD, dyslexic, or any learning challenges that children may have. I can’t stomach the idea of creating drug and therapy dependent children.The teachers wanted to control their students as drug zombies rather than teach to what the kids have to offer.I can’t understand why a teacher cannot control a class size of 6 students. Since leaving Fletcher I have learned that I am not the only one. During my experience, we were told not to talk school with other parents.I thought that my child was the only one with issues. Several parents opened up to me and let me know I was getting the exact same pressure to medicate as everyone. I was told they just broke down and did what the school wanted because they felt they had no other options.I can say that we all have wonderful children, let’s be wonderful parents.Teaching and parenting children with learning challenges can be a blessing not a curse. The energy, inquisitive nature, stubbornness and impulsiveness makes for better adjusted adults. We raised another dyslexic child and he is now a successful man. All the things listed that drove us crazy are his best assets as an adult. I have more examples of ways Fletcher affected my child negatively than I have room to write on this site. My goal with this is to tell what the school will make worse for your child. They will try to lead you to believe that your child is unteachable and will not be able to cope in society with other children with out aids such as drugs and therapy, when the entire time your child is a normal friendly child. It is pretty bad when a teacher tells me that I need parenting classes to raise my child, but now that he is out of there we are being told that he is a friendly, smart child that can be taught easily without any drugs and is flourishing.
Submitted by parent on September 10, 2015

My child has caught up 2 +years academically and her self esteem is so much better. She is working much more independently and asks when she needs help. Each student has a MacBook (5th grade and up) or iPad (younger students) and the teachers use technology to enhance learning not substitute for teaching. The class sizes are small and learning tailored to the student. The teachers are amazing!!!! Fletcher changed our life!!
Submitted by parent on August 16, 2014

I would never recommend this school to anyone who is truly trying to help their child overcome their challenges so they can find a way back into society as a stable ready to handle life individual. This school's environment is toxic. The staff has a " give me your money so we can maintain our lifestyle" demeanor while 80% of the children who attend this school are on drugs. For a school who claims they are able to meet your child's exceptional needs and help them get what they need so they can be mainstreamed is a crock! This school is clueless of what is really troubling a child at the root and if you choose to not drug your child, they are absolutely inept at handling a child in their true form. It's a prep school on drugs without any real sense of addressing a child's needs. They also don't like to be questioned about their approach and and it is a very cold and non-inviting school for families to participate other than a few annual events.
Submitted by parent on April 11, 2014

Fletcher has a dedicated staff and they truly care and cater to the children in their school and help their students to learn. They have great facilities as well. Fletcher has a defined student criteria that they work with which is important to understand. If the child does not fit in their criteria they do not accept them. This is not that the child is bad, they are just focused on the children they can best serve. It would be nice if everyone had such a clear vision of whom they could serve best and followed that vision even if it costs them money..
Submitted by parent on February 14, 2014

I was sorely disappointed with the admissions process at Fletcher School. After submitting the application and hefty $300 fee required to accompany it, we were not granted a basic classroom visit for our child to determine eligibility. The admissions director indicated that she spoke to one of our child's therapists to support her decision, but when I followed up with the therapist, no conversation had apparently taken place. Overall, it was a disingenuous experience which left a bitter taste in my mouth. I would not recommend this school to others. (Sorry, I cannot accurately measure the other 2 areas as I have had no experience with the teachers and parents personally.)
Submitted by parent on November 14, 2012

I have heard wonderful things about this school, however, I have been very frustrated about my son's transition. His teacher doesn't seem to understand all his learning difficulties and is very quick to discipline him for things that are outside of his control. I thought it would be an understanding place for my son, but the public school teachers have been much kinder and more understanding. Not sure if we will return for another year.