Winter Haven Christian School

1700 Buckeye Loop Road

Winter Haven, FL 33881

22 Reviews

School District
Grade

PK-12
Type

private

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on March 13, 2024

We are so thankful for having a school that we feel safe to send our children. The officers are very friendly and are always watching diligently. We know that our children are getting a wonderful education, learning social skills, learning how to love God, and enjoying their time. The elementary teachers and staff are loving and caring to the needs of our children. We could not be more thankful for all of them!
Submitted by other on August 24, 2023

I am a recent graduate of this school. I could list fewer than five teachers who both respected and supported students. I was repetitively bullied by the former head coach, Neisha, who made disgusting comments regarding her personal “romantic” life with her husband in front of underage students. I did end up quitting the cheer team due to the amount of bullying I endured from this staff member. Sadly, less than half of the staff truly enjoyed their job which poorly reflected on their treatment towards students. Despite receiving a decent education, I would not recommend any parent place their student in this toxic environment. Adults should have been held to an extremely higher standard in order to avoid these issues.
Submitted by other on June 02, 2023

BAD SCHOOL As a parent we want to have a safe environment for our children DON'T COME TO THIS SCHOOl the resource officer is bad, the principal is BAD They call themselves Christians but don't act like one. THIS SCHOOL SHOULDN'T be called a Christian School. All the school money goes to "Guatemala" but it's not true. The teachers are bad and won't help your children
Submitted by other on January 03, 2021

I was once a student at Winter Haven Christian School. This school is the setting of most of my nightmares to this day. For reference, I am autistic and was bullied throughout my time at this school. They don't have different learning techniques or ways to accommodate students with disabilities or problems. No one did anything to help me. The students learned to get around the rules in order to do whatever they want. Teachers/staff have targeted students repeatedly. This school doesn't teach godly values like it claims, it teaches students how to manipulate and work around authority.
Submitted by parent on September 17, 2020

Excellent. WHCS is everything we would want in a school. They are well organized and handled everything in COVID 19 in stellar fashion. My graduate felt loved by staff and administration. Whenever a problem arose, my understanding is that it was dealt with quickly.
Submitted by parent on May 19, 2020

Poor, not acting in GODLY principles at ALL. Unfortunately it starts at the HEAD of school and goes down to teachers.
Submitted by parent on September 19, 2019

I will say that if your reasoning for placing your child in this school is to learn about Christianity, the school is required to teach this to keep their accreditation, so they do. However, faculty members will not practice what is preached. Children are not allowed to be just that, children. Children are expected to behave "perfect". I would love for the staff members to understand that no one is perfect and not especially not a child. Teachers also have one way of teaching and do not seems to understand that every child learns differently.There is a strict no bullying policy between the students HOWEVER the teachers do not seem to have this same policy. Teachers are drill sergeants and bullies; I have witnessed this first hand. The children often get belittled and are talked down to. I pray, that WHCS would look at themselves, their policies, and their beliefs, and start to make this a loving environment where children can grow not only educationally, but spiritually. My experiences with this school keep getting worse and worse. Every day I pray it will get better and I will not have to move my children to another school, but each day it seems I am greeted with more disappointment.
Submitted by parent on May 02, 2019

We love WHCS. Our son is thriving, making good friends and overall enjoys the school experience. We are happy as parents as well.
Submitted by parent on March 11, 2019

WHCS, has excellent bible teachings. However, other post was completely correct about Mrs. Williams. She is a bully. Maybe the school can’t afford to get a better example of leadership. She has ruined the school over the years. Truly sad.
Submitted by other on March 11, 2019

Negative experience, if the school had better leadership it would be awesome.
Submitted by parent on November 29, 2018

This school is absolutely amazing. Words can’t describe how pleased we are with the staff and school.
Submitted by student on June 22, 2018

I believe that this school badly needs help on: christian bases, good, helpful staff, and money usage. this school doesn't care about it's students and is constantly wanting your money. If you haven't enrolled yet please don't, unless you just want a ''christian'' school (aka not a public school) then sure go to this one.
Submitted by parent on May 23, 2018

Worst experience. There’s no common sense and there’s too many rules.
Submitted by parent on May 07, 2018

We have been here for about 5 years and I can honestly say that it use to be good but it on a steady fast decline. Most of the teachers are capable but if there is any hope for this school the administration has to change. The school’s own teachers and staff have started remove their children and send them to Public school.
Submitted by parent on February 16, 2018

Great teachers! Kids get to learn a lot in the early grades.
Submitted by parent on May 19, 2017

My son has attended the high school for 2 years. The teachers are great as well as the staff. If you're dedicated to your childs education, this is a great school. It isn't easy, they will have to show up and work, but it's definitely worth it.
Submitted by parent on October 12, 2016

Enrolling is similar to getting into Fort Knox! Terrible experience. Rude staff, especially Becky at the office desk. The principle literally backs whatever they do. This is definitely not a Christian School. Good luck.
Submitted by parent on July 31, 2014

Wonderful school! The teachers and staff are great! So glad they are adding on a high school. The teachers really care about the children and encourage parent involvement. I know my son is in great hands.
Submitted by parent on June 30, 2014

Our children have attended Winter Haven Christian for six years, and we plan on keeping them there until they graduate high school. The teachers genuinely care for both their spiritual and academic needs. What we teach them about God and the Bible is reinforced everyday at school. The curriculum is advanced and each year our children do very well on their standardized tests. We are very satisfied with Winter Haven Christian School and wouldn't send our children anywhere else.
Submitted by parent on February 28, 2014

Good place for my child to be. Don't have to worry about them. At ease when they're here. I know my child is taken care of. They have even fed my child when he left his lunch at home before.