Unity Classical Charter

14613 Steele Creek Road

School District

Unity Classical Charter School
Grade

K-7
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:13
Type

charter

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on November 20, 2024

Unity Classical provides a rigorous education for my scholar. The teachers are passionate about the curriculum and truly invest in their students. The school also has a virtues curriculum that supports teaching to the whole child. I love my school and would highly recommend it to any family looking for a strong and positive educational environment for their child.
Submitted by parent on November 20, 2024

We love the staff at Unity and have been fortunate to get really caring teachers each year. There is a lot of parent involvement and so many fun activities that they host.
Submitted by parent on June 20, 2024

I had high hopes for this school based on their impressive presentation. The curriculum is excellent, and some teachers bring it to life, but beyond that, everything else is downhill. The school lacks the necessary social-emotional support, having neither a counselor nor a social worker. This responsibility falls unfairly on the teachers.Parent involvement is mediocre at best, ranging from over-involved parents to those who can only support through donations like myself and some who are completely absent. The PTC tries their best, but their efforts are limited when they do not have enough volunteers.Safety concerns are significant and poorly addressed. The school prefers to handle issues internally, avoiding expulsion to retain state funding. This approach compromises the safety of other students. My own child became a target of an aggressive student who was merely shuffled between classes rather than properly disciplined. Despite repeated incidents, the aggressive student remained, causing ongoing harm.Overall, this school fails to handle critical situations appropriately. Don’t be misled by their claims. Although they may attribute their shortcomings to being a relatively new school, common sense and competent management are severely lacking.
Submitted by parent on May 13, 2024

Middle Schoolers suffer a lot because Unity is a mess!! The math teacher never shows up and some teachers are super mean to them. I can’t believe what my child tells me what some teachers say to the students! Elementary is a bit better but far from a great school. The curriculum at Unity is good but I think the teachers need to be more prepared. The students often bring a lot of incomplete classwork to get done at home and the classwork is incomplete just because they don't know how to do it!!!
Submitted by parent on May 04, 2024

Unity Classical Charter School represents a unique blend of public and private education, offering an unparalleled culture of diversity. With a remarkable balance between academic rigor and enjoyable learning experiences, students here are consistently challenged and encouraged to excel. Despite high academic expectations, support systems like tutoring programs ensure that every student, including those with individualized education plans, can thrive. While communication improvements are ongoing, the school fosters a familial atmosphere where collaboration is key. It may not fit the traditional public or private school mold, but for parents seeking a supportive environment that celebrates diverse learning styles, Unity Classical Charter School stands out. From its focus on academic excellence to its emphasis on community involvement, it offers a compelling choice for education in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg area.