Horizons School1900 Dekalb Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30307
School Phone: 404-378-2219
Principal: Mr. Les Garber
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Horizons School is a private school located in Atlanta, GA. It serves 90 students from kindergarten to 12th grade.
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I toured this school as a possible high school for my teenager, but there is no way I would send my child there. The school is filthy dirty, smelly and everything is old and outdated. I mean everything, the furniture, desks, computers and the condition of the gym is deplorable. They do not have a cafeteria or anywhere for the children to gather from what I can see. I just don't think this is the best environment for children to thrive. posted by a parent on 9/18/11 |
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Over the last few years Horizons has been quickly losing what made it a great place for kids. Our family has been affiliated with the school for years and I have been saddened by the slow decay of the school, the drop in quality of the program and the caliber of the students. After the last principal passed away, things seem to have fallen apart. posted by a parent on 10/12/10 |
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My son attended Horizons and I had a few concerns while he was there especially regarding math and science. There are very limited class offerings so the kids take what is offered, even if they can do more challenging work. I found out the hard way the class work does not prepare students for college- even Georgia Perimeter which is where it seems all of my son's graduating class ended up. All of my son's friends have been over the house complaining about the same thing. I can't believe I paid for private school tuition and now have to pay for remedial math classes in college. Highly recommend parents look elsewhere if you want your child to attend college. posted by a parent on 8/23/10 |
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I am grateful to have found Horizons School. My child has made huge improvements since being at Horizons. His teacher is really caring and is really great. The academics are rigorous. The school is accredited through the Georgia Accrediting Commission. Please visit their website for confirmation at http://www.coe.uga.edu/gac/members/2010/private_fall09.pdf. The accreditation is for K-12. Parent volunteers provide movement classes for students. There is a Horizons Hawks basketball team. Kids in grades 6-12 can participate. Also, all teachers may not be 'certified' however this is common in many small private schools. However imagine my surprise to learn that the high school chemistry teacher works at Emory! I could care less is she's certified, she's highly qualified. I'm glad I started my child at Horizons. posted by a parent on 3/27/10 |
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My son recently graduated from public high school and I have to say most of his important academic skills, reading, math and writing he learned in middle school at Horizons. He started there in 5th grade and I wished I had started him sooner. posted by a parent on 1/30/10 |
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I had two children here and regretted sending them to this school, there is not real organization in the academic program, sports is non-existent, there is no special needs program there as advertised. The school has no real accredidation, and some of the teachers are not formally trained and certified. posted by a parent on 1/5/10 |
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My son is currently enrolled in Horizons, and we are very happy that will be graduating next year. Although, he has had some issues with school, overall, I am convinced he will be graduating with many fond memories. I think the biggest strength of Horizons is its teachers, they are involved, thoughtful, and caring. posted by a parent on 8/11/09 |
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My daughter had all but given up on even attempting to do mathematics in public school after being served by special education in the Atlanta Public Schools setting. Since starting the seventh grade at Horizons, she not only attempts math, but realizes that she is good at it. The teacher meets her at her level, and encourages her to do her best. She no longer cries with homework, and even looks forward to going to school. Her whole outlook on life has encountered a positive change. This school has definitely helped her to develop her talents and strengthen her weaknesses. She feels as though she belongs here. posted by a parent on 11/24/08 |
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My kids all six of them have had positive experiences here. One needed help for a learning disability, she was not learning at the public school and she was forced to find out she could learn and her confidence sored. Another child was always in trouble in large groups at the public school and she was able to stay out of trouble and make close friendships at Horizons. A third child had issues which would make him the target of other is a public school environment and he fits in quite well and is liked at Horizons. I also have a child with no problems at all who I wanted in an environment where people were ethical and supportive. It is a great community and very personal, the opposite of the public school. If you feel good parenting is instilling a sense of community than this is the place for you. posted by a parent on 9/16/08 |
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I am current a student at this school. Even though there is no specific academic organization, this school includes and encourages especially students who have the desire to learn and pursue their goals. Some of the teachers are extraordinary. Visit Bruce's class, or John Wetzel's class and you'll see. They are not only talented people but also try to teach the students what they know best. They have certainly achieved successes in their own careers. Horizons also inspires students to involve in as many extra-curricular activities as possible, which often help them to succeed the working experiences, leadership, and much more. You'll experience the special close feeling once you actually be involved in the environment. This is a small kind of school, so people take care of each other and that is the priority of the school. The students do not get the same attention in other so-called crowded private schools. posted by a student on 3/12/08 |
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