Olive Branch Christian Academy

7702 El Cerrito Road

Corona, CA 92881

13 Reviews

School District
Grade

K-8
Type

private

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Submitted by parent on October 31, 2023

Olive Branch Christian Academy is a wonderful, professional learning environment that brings the Character of Christ into all they do. The teachers and faculty bring love into the classroom and school office, and the kids have a highly positive interaction with each other throughout all the settings they learn and play in. I would recommend the school and preschool to anyone, and plan to have both of my girls continue their elementary education here.
Submitted by parent on October 23, 2023

We love this school. We have three daughters enrolled here and we love the faculty here. They are so caring and our kids are learning so much general studies while also learning about God and the bible. We love this school!
Submitted by parent on October 23, 2023

We had the best experience we ever had with a Christian school. We enrolled our children to Olive branch school in 2022 after our long search for a Christian school. It was the best decision we ever took. Our children are thriving receiving the best education and maturing in the word of Jesus Christ. Our 1st graders went from not knowing even “sight words”, to learning how to read and reading all the way to BOOK 8 level! Now, they are in the 2nd grade and very happy. The school community is like “Family”. Showing the kids family values, great academic education, great after school “day care and over all very friendly and loving environment where Christian teachers and staff members make education fun & always CHRIST - centered. One of the best activity I like for my children and the “Chapel Day”, they have. My daughter learns how to worship and learn bible verses, they perform bible plays. The school’s Branch Mission is “LOVE, LIVE, SHARE CHRIST THROUGH EDUCATION.The classroom is very focus on teaching children on a personal level. Its only 18 children to 1 teacher and 1 teacher’s aide. The learning is made fun, and there are many activities in the classroom that keep the children interested in learning. In addition to after school day care, or after school classes like Bible study, soccer, dance etc. The Principal of the school Ms. Tjioe is heart of the school. She devotes her time to guide & help the staff, the students, and the teachers. The gospel for the school is (Colossians 1:28) HIM WE PROCLAIM. “Warning every student and teaching every student with all wisdom that we may present every student mature in Christ.
Submitted by parent on October 11, 2023

Olive Branch provided my children with a remarkable educational experience. The school environment is safe and has a friendly ambiance. The teachers and staff are caring and compassionate. They teach leadership skills and let students perform on stages to build their confidence and share their gifts to other children. Olive Branch is a great school!
Submitted by parent on September 26, 2023

Our family loved our time at Olive Branch ! The small class sizes, the staff, everything has been a great experience with Olive Branch! My kids love this school.
Submitted by parent on June 02, 2022

If I could give this school NEGATIVE stars I would. Where to begin? After 22 years of having a phenomenal administration, it has purely got to hell. Literally. The new administration is afraid of her own shadow, doesn't know how to do her job nor run a school. She doesn't interact with parents like the old administration did with keeping families up to date, events, open houses, etc. If you want any form of communication, you'll need to send numerous emails and MAYBE you'll get a response...within a few months. If you aren't "connected" to the church-forget it. You're just a number. I understand not everyone can afford a private school, but why do the PAYING families have to foot the bill? The school grounds are absolutely disgusting, homeless is rampant and it's not secure whatsoever. No playground balls and the equipment is old. The kindergarten playground looks like Little Tyke houses purchased from a garage sale & broken. Absolutely NO SHADE. There's a portable "hand washing station" that is displayed outside with a 10 gallon bucket that is filled up everyday (or one would hope!) and kids are supposed to wash their hands with USED water that every other kid has "washed" with. Cockroaches have been seen in the bathroom. A mole/rodent infestation was on the field and parents weren't notified. Also, MOLD in a neighboring classroom. Do you think parents got an email about it? No, a school family was asked to "clean it up" for free and keep it hush hush. There's NO SECURITY at all. They say they have cameras, yet they're for looks. How do I know? An incident happened and I wanted to see footage...automatically DENIED. Why deny camera footage? What's there to hide? The curriculum is a joke. If your child has special needs, they won't accommodate. They'll give "extra" time for testing and that's it. There's no resource teacher and NO ONE certified with a Special Education background. If your child is gifted, they won't accommodate either. It's a "take it or leave it" type curriculum and that's it. Whatever you do, don't waste a single penny on this joke of a school. It's NOTHING like what it portrays itself online. STAY CLEAR AWAY! There's many neighboring private schools in the area. Honestly, we wish we would have ran far away from this school once the old administration left. Should have been our sign then when we saw teachers of many years leaving as well. We spent MANY years here, so this isn't just a "one year" type review.
Submitted by parent on March 27, 2018

I love Olive Branch. I’ve had a child go from Pre-K through 8th and now is getting straight A’s in high school. Teachers are very friendly and give one on one help for children who need it. I also now have a child in preschool and am still very happy. Karen the preschool director is so approachable and addresses any concerns or questions. I can’t say enough about how happy I am to have my children apart of this school.
Submitted by parent on May 24, 2017

If you are looking for a school that will provide your child with love, compassion, and a great education than this is the school for you. I have had the pleasure of experiencing 3 of the teachers there and all 3 have went above and beyond to make sure my children fit in when they were new, have helped then in the classroom succeed, and genuinely care and love my children. I really cant say enough good things about this school. The Principal is amazing!!! And the Pastor of the church is too! Nothing but good things about this school and church.
Submitted by parent on November 12, 2014

I have been an Olive Brach parent for nearly four years now. From Pre-School through Second grade, I have been consistently and excessively pleased with the academic and moral instruction that Olive Branch has provided. In areas where my daughter excels, they manage to keep her interested and challenged, and in areas where she is not as strong, they still keep her engaged and encouraged. I appreciate the focus on a classical curriculum as I believe that it produces a well rounded student. By continuing to invest time in areas like foreign language and the arts, areas that are largely disappearing in the public schools, I believe my daughter receives not simply a download of the facts and figures of a standardized education, but rather a firm foundation to explore, examine and critically act upon the world around her. They are my perfect partner as I guide my child toward being a person of intelligence and integrity. I would encourage any involved parent to see what Olive Branch has to offer.
Submitted by parent on October 29, 2014

My children have attended Olive Branch since pre-school days. The teachers are fabulous! They are able to provide attention to each student because the classrooms are not overcrowded. They are truly dedicated to the personal spiritual and academic growth of their students. It pleases me that both of my children every day loved to go to school and took pride in every achievement. I am so very blessed by every teacher, staff member, child care provider, and OB church for the solid foundation that they have provided for my children. I am very grateful everyday knowing that my kids are well rounded........they are smart, caring, compassionate, well mannered, respectful, moral, prayer warriors!
Submitted by parent on July 29, 2014

Olive Branch has nothing but, loving, caring dedicated teachers and staff. My son is starting his second year, and I couldn't be happier with the high caliber education and Christ centered environment. As a parent, I feel like Olive Branch is not just school, but a family where teachers go above and beyond to ensure students reach their full potential. The after school sports offered by Olive Branch have been a true blessing for my son. He played soccer for the first time at the age of 10. The support and encouragement from both the coach and team mates gave him the confidence to get out there and go for it! Since my son has attended Olive Branch I have witnessed him grow spiritually and academically. I couldn't imagine sending my son anywhere else.
Submitted by parent on July 28, 2014

My husband and I have three children at Olive Branch Chrisitian Academy going into grades 3rd, 5th, and 7th. We absolutely love the school and highly recommend it. We love the emphasis on teaching from a classical education perspective that focuses on Christian worlviews. Smaller classroom size cultivates an atmosphere where kids can communicate with their teachers as well as classmates. The teachers are committed to giving our kids a well round Christ centered education. Olive Branch also has after school sports for all ages and competitive sports for grades 4th and up that compete with other schools. We love the staff and know that they love our kids and want the best for them. Janet and Craig Hawkins
Submitted by parent on June 15, 2013

I have been very impressed with Olive Branch and the quality of the education my children have received there. The teachers and administration care deeply for the academic and spiritual needs of every student. The curriculum is challenging, but teachers do all they can to ensure the success of every student.