AZ Aspire Academy

2150 E Southern Avenue

Tempe, AZ 85282

7 Reviews

School District
Grade

1-12
Type

private

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Submitted by parent on November 14, 2023

Worst school I have ever dealt with. My kid went there last year all online. First they put him in the wrong grade level classes, then the teachers never showed up on time, then when it was time for grades in May they didn’t give him any. I’ve been calling and emailing weekly since then only for 4 out of 5 of his teachers to quit, the principal quit, and all new staff. New staff can’t see grades from before they worked there so now his grades are lost. Trying to reach someone who can help is impossible and since it’s a private school you can’t file a complaint with the board of education. Avoid this place at all costs.
Submitted by parent on September 08, 2022

A great school. The principal is on it, and the staff all put in maximum effort. They are very good at special needs. There is not many quality options for special education, and we are glad we found them. Our child had grown and thrived while being here.
Submitted by other on March 27, 2019

This is absolutely the worst environment for any student. And some cases 3 and 4 students are in a Room with a teacher so how was that individual learning when you are hearing what is going on with other kids in a very small Room. Certain students should not even attend this school and I can think of one in particular and I was told by an administrator that this child should not be to but of course they're all about the money so as long as they're getting money from the school district that's all they care about school districts take note your kids are being taught in many cases by paraprofessionals people with high school degrees I have seen this 1st hand This place needs to be closed down. My Scottsdale location staff was often absent weekly. Then you should see the so called administrators trying to scramble to get someone to cover for the kids sometimes the kids never showed on we were never notified I'm telling you never ever have I seen a place that is called a school so poorly run. I'm amazed they're still open do yourself a favor save yourself a headache whether you want a job there or whether going to send a child there please I'm begging you don't I have seen 1st hand what this place is all about These so called administrators ought to be ashamed of themselves for pulling the wool over parents eyes telling them that their kids are getting such a wonderful education. The 1st thing people need to ask is if their child is being taught by someone with only a high school degree or a certified teacher add I would ask to see the teacher's credentials. Do yourself a favor stay far far away
Submitted by parent on June 08, 2017

The Scottsdale campus has been a godsend for our high school student. The teachers are excellent and challenge the students without "doing it for them" like so many other private schools. AZ Aspire has given my student the tools and social skills necessary to succeed in college. We LOVE AZ Aspire Scottsdale campus and Ms Sonia! ~ A Parent
Submitted by parent on November 18, 2016

Arizona Aspire Academy was the best choice could have ever made for my child’s future. We researched many schools while making our decision about where we would be a great fit. Sonya Gonzalez met with us and was open to all of our questions and concerns related to school and school placement. She assured us that our child would receive not only individualized learning, but it would be structured in a manner that would target my child’s learning potential. The name Aspire in itself was something I was intrigued by. This word in itself sets the bar high. This is what I hoped for my child. I wanted a place that would assist in directing her hopes and ambitions towards achieving her dreams. I longed for a place that would put my child first. I had my heart set on a place where my child would excel. So my search for the right school ended right here at Arizona Aspire Academy. At Az. Aspire we have found a place where children are accepted and encouraged to reach their potentials. My child has gone from failing and feeling like the world is impossible to connect with, to reaching not only her goals but exceeding them. Again, Az. Aspire was the best choice I could have ever made for my child’s future.
Submitted by parent on June 12, 2016

Our son has struggled for years academically. I had tried with all my might to get him help both at school and through spending many hours and lots of money with private tutors. It had come to the point where he was loosing confidence in himself and loosing his love of learning. AZ Aspire Academy changed that for him immediately. The one-to-one approach gave my son the attention he needed both academically and emotional. Now he loves being a student and going to school instead of dreading it and feeling like there was something wrong with him. He is even excelling academically!
Submitted by parent on January 05, 2016

My son has struggled for many years. He is 15 and very bright, but he has struggled to find the right fit. He now is able to work with his teacher one on one. He moves through his work very fast and doesn't have any distractions. He isn't bored and so he is not getting into trouble . He finally loves to learn again. He has also been able to meet some very nice friends. The environment is small , safe and nurturing.