Burke Basic School

131 East Southern Avenue

School District

American Basic Schools Llc
Grade

K-6
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:25
Type

charter

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Reviews

Submitted by teacher on October 04, 2024

Burke basic school is an awful place to work. Do not work here or send your children to this school. The day to day is so stressful & toxic. The administration is not supportive & they see everyone as a number. The curriculum is so outdated. They force kids to sit at their desk & do worksheets all day. They don't do hands on learning. They lack morals & are very unprofessional in the way they handle situations. They are being audited with how much they are so out of compliance by the department of Education. This school needs to get shut down!
Submitted by other on October 04, 2024

Burke basic school is the worst school to be a teacher. It is also the worst school to attend as a student or family. The school does not have qualified or certified teachers. The administration and curriculum staff are not qualified in education. They created the school to make money off low income families and children. The curriculum is outdated from the 1890s. They make students sit at desks all day and do worksheets. There is no hands-on learning.They don’t allow parents to volunteer nor do they conduct parent-teacher conferences. There is a huge lack of professionalism and communication. This school is out of compliance in many areas causing the Dept. of Ed to investigate. Most likely, the school will be shut down within a year.
Submitted by other on September 22, 2020

1 because they dont have grass just sand and the dirve thur
Submitted by parent on February 09, 2020

All of my children have gone to Burke. I would recommend this school to any parents that want their student to be challenged and cared for.
Submitted by teacher on September 11, 2017

I loved teaching here! The teachers were a wonderful, supportive, and fun group. I loved the kids more than I can say. Mr. Gaddie and Mr. Gaddie run a truly great school.
Submitted by other on February 04, 2017

I love the environment , my daughter likes to go every day . You hear no stories of bullying which I live . It's a small school with big heart .
Submitted by parent on March 30, 2016

Wonderful support given by the teachers to my children. The school teaches values and I feel welcomed.
Submitted by parent on December 16, 2013

Our daughter, now in 8th grade, attended K-6 at Burke Basic School. She received an excellent, solid education. The teachers were wonderful, as were the director, principal, and staff members. It is obvious that everyone really cares about the students and whether they are progressing. The expectations for both academics and behavior are high. Now in junior high, our daughter is taking all honors classes, and I believe that the core education she received at Burke Basic is one of the reasons.
Submitted by parent on August 07, 2013

I have 2 children attending this school since KG, they are now in 4th & 2nd. I've loved this school since day one the education my boys get is awesome and blows my mind how great these teachers here teach both my boys have learned so much so quick and the character traits they teach have really made a difference in the way they carry them selves, I will truly miss this school when its time for my son to move on to 7th. Highly recommend this school and its AFTERCARE program (great&affordable)
Submitted by parent on July 16, 2013

My son has been attending Burke Basic since Kindergarten. He will now be entereing the Fourth Grade this year. I am always pleased with the academic rigor and structure that is at my child's school. I am so pleased with the educational fieldtrips, the phonics program that is implemented, friendliness of all of the staff, and that I, the parent, matter and I am encouraged to take part in my child's education. I also love that the homework sent home is very minimal. This is important to me as a working parent with young children at home. I enjoy the Character First Program that teaches my child good moral values each month and the morning assemblies where they recite the character trait for that month and also say the Pledge of Allegiance. Not many schools teach patriotism anymore like they did when I was in elementary school. My daughter will be attending Kindergarten this year and can't wait! This is the school for you!!!
Submitted by parent on August 29, 2012

My children have been going to burke for two years now. Last year everything was great for the most part, however i do have some issues with the dress code! Kids are not allowed to were there jackets unless they are red, blue, or white. No bows or nothing in the hair, this is a bit much but you deal due to the great acadimics. This year i love my kids teachers but its being a lot of kids ganging up on other kids. I have been to the school three times already to try to get things handled. Mr gaddy is Awsome but how much can one stand for. Based on acadimics alone the school is great. I do agree with everyone else there should be some sort of after school program. And better communication for the programs they do have.
Submitted by parent on May 23, 2011

I am verry pleased with my sons education achievement's at this school. Although he is not so pleased with the playground not having swings. I had him in a public school which I was very upset with because they where keeping him from recess because of the way he colored either to sloppy if he went fast or didn't finish in time because he went to slow. That has never been an issue at Burke. His teacher is concerned with his education goals, like reading, spelling and math more than just coloring. The parking lot is a nightmare, but it's a small price to pay considering the achievment that my child has endured. I would recommend this school to any parent looking for a great school.
Submitted by parent on January 21, 2011

The teachers & staff at Burke really do care & they show it. My daughter is in an andvanced 3rd grade class and doing very well. Along the regular course work, they are given work that is slightly above average for this grade which keeps them challenged. The school could improve on extra curricular activities as their is no band, sports, clubs at this school. There is a wonderful program called Odessy of the Minds that I would love to see implemented at Burke. Overall, I think this is a great school for any child to get a good education.