We are so blessed and impressed with this school. It's our first year here and my daughter loves…read moreher kindergarten teacher Mrs. P who I can only describe as heaven sent. She's also friends with everyone at the school so every morning we get ready she is all smiles and can't wait to get there. Academically I'm impressed to see my daughter further ahead then most her age. The curriculum is very unique and challenging, however the students seem to have a lot of fun with it and help each-other succeed. The Spanish immersion is also a major plus!

I hesitated writing this review but I feel I am doing a disservice to potential families by not…read moredoing so. We have been at FCS since the school opened until February 2025. Throughout this time, we have seen a lot of growing pains and changes, but this comes with having a brand new school. Bullying was very bad for my son and despite constant communication and concerns on my part, the school ignored it due to the parent being part of the school board. I had to threaten leaving the school for them to even reply to a phone call or email. My daughter then started kindergarten there and at that time, had a wonderful teacher. Then, began 1st grade and was being physically bullied by a boy larger and older than her. Again, nothing done about it besides "talking to the child". No reach out to the parents. Again, I had to threaten leaving the school and contacting the board of education for them to respond to my emails. Bullying is NOT taken care of here. There is a "moms group" here who have basically taken over the school and are on the board so as to control how things are done, despite being unqualified to do so. It is so bad that the founder of the school, Brad, was pushed out by these women due to him suspending one of their kids for derogatory statements, writing, ect. He had to resign immediately due to the growing tension between him and the board/school moms who work there. This group is incredibly cliquey and I often felt looked down on and judged. Bullying will NOT be taken seriously here. Since Brad had been gone, that left the entire 5-8th grade without a qualified teacher and left them with the moms trying to teach them and a Pastor coming in trying to run the school. We also had been told that my son, who is incredibly intelligent, was failing constantly and there were no resources to do any sort of special accommodations for him re: taking tests, breaks, ect. We have finally pulled our kids out this February and are at a new Christian school in the area and my son went from "failing" to ALL A's in every class. Kids need environments where they are uplifted, encouraged, and taught appropriately. This school completely failed my kids and us as parents. Since we have left, there have been at least 6-8 children total who have since left as well, out of 30 something total kids. It is alarming what is going on. I am not the only one - the others just haven't done reviews yet. My son even asked if he could attend chapel one day since they have an open invite to others who want to join- we were just told "no". Obviously now theyre holding grudges against parents who choose to do whats best for their own children. I cant believe this school calls themselves "christian".

I didn't initially start my children at St. Vincent de Paul School and was very reluctant to so…read morewhen I did. The reasons being that I was aware of the amount of busy work and numerous projects that students were given throughout the years at this school. I know this because a family member of mine sent children here and I would on occasion help them with homework. Initially, my children's experience was wonderful. I am sad to say that experience didn't last long. Therefore, after several months their experience at this school ended. While my children were there I often volunteered and came to eat lunch with them. I noticed a lot during these visits. I am very conservative and like to decide what I feel is important for my children and how our money should be spent. I firmly believe that a teacher can make or break a younger student's school experience. I also feel if one is going to pay for a religious education that all staff should exemplify Christian teachings and behavior. I don't feel that this was being demonstrated by all staff at this school. I have included pros and cons of the things I noticed and experienced while my children attended St. Vincent's. Hopefully, they will help you in your decision making efforts. I also encourage you to write a review on whatever school you choose to help others decide also. Deciding on a school is big decision and it is hard for one to know what a school is like until your child has attended it. Pros Administration often helps with serving hot lunch. Cafeteria staff makes holidays extra special for students and John is wonderful. Students can get seconds on lunch items without an additional charge. Students in younger grades get a lunch recess and typically an additional one if the teacher is willing to do so. Not all are willing to do so during the winter months. Some the teachers are wonderful and exemplify Christian teachings and behaviors throughout the day. Playground staff is nice to students. Some of the teachers spend their lunch hour eating with students. Students get out early leaving a good portion of the day remaining for those that have a stay at home parent. Uniforms can be purchased at several online and local retailers for reasonable prices. The school doesn't require the school name or logo to be on the clothing, which is a savings. Students in grades 1-8 have their own lockers. The school keeps extra clothing available for emergency situations. However, I recommend having your child keep an extra set of clothing in his/her locker or school bag. The school doesn't keep every size available. Milk price for snack is very reasonable. In 2014 it was fifteen cents. Many staff know students by name. Cons I caught administration lying to my children and then administration tried to tell me that my children were the ones lying. The sad thing is that administration said " I would do it again". This is when things got difficult because administration didn't like that I caught them lying. This is not the type of leadership I want in the school my children attend. Administration could do a much better job in handling issues. Administration could do much better in following through with what they say. Administration doesn't know what the class activity fee is used for and doesn't review teachers supply lists. Administration admitted to me when I pointed some things out on the supply list that some of the quantities seemed excessive. School supplies are overstated; water colors used only once. The mile run is ran on asphalt for the majority of the grades rather than a dirt track - safety issue. School could do a better job with children that have special learning/medical needs. Communication needs improving; parents aren't always informed when they can attend school functions and when students can be dismissed early afterward. Home and School Association and Advisory Board don't publish meeting minutes monthly. Parents are expected to view and print most items from online. Exit interviews aren't conducted by pastor when children are withdrawn from school. Indoor recess sometimes consists of having children remain at desk and be silent. Recycling isn't taught or demonstrated by all teachers. When students are trying to be courteous to other teachers when passing in hallways they are told to get moving. The school has numerous fees and fundraisers. Not all teachers demonstrate Christian teachings or behaviors. Not all teachers are compassionate and some make students cry. Teachers and children aren't any more respectful or polite than at public schools. St. Vincent's doesn't draw from all that affluent of an area and not enough emphasis is placed on watching its customers pocket books. Principle doesn't believe in consistency or mandating policies for staff such as amount of homework. However, there is no problem in doing so for parents. Parent drop off and pick up can be time consuming. There isn't a nurse on duty for the entire day.

From the owner: St. Vincent de Paul Catholic School believes in integrating the teachings of Jesus Christ with…read moreeducation. These religious truths/values serve as a foundation for the student's future ministries in the church, family, and community. At our school, children grow in their understanding of themselves, their relationship with God, and others. We believe in providing more than an outstanding academic experience. Our focus extends to supporting character formation, inspiring values-based decision-making, deepening love for others, sparking a love for learning, and creating a thirst to understand our Faith. We work with parents to help our children grow in their faith and community. We invite our surrounding communities to visit our school today.

Wonderful parish, and school. Everyone is helpful and pleasant, from the priests, and principal to…read morethe lunch personnel and custodian, and staff.

From the owner: St. Charles Borromeo Catholic School strongly holds that education without an authentic value…read moresystem cannot address the complete person. The teachings of the Catholic faith are not only imparted during religion classes, but by gathering as a community for Mass, as well as the reception of the Sacraments, and in countless interactions throughout the school day. Our curriculum emphasizes a sound religious education and foundation in language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, computer literacy, Spanish, physical education, and the fine arts. Our goal is to challenge students to excel while giving them the tools, time, and help needed to succeed.

First the school is mostly good if you don't roast anybody or be mean no one will hate you the…read morelunch is a little bad but not that bad is the things are nice and teachers don't give to much homework the teachers will yell at students but not too much and only if they misbehave a little., the school is good and a little great but not the best the lunch is cheap 5 dollars it's like fruit sometimes sometimes veggies and and like some cheap things but kind of healthy. The last thing is that it teaches religion but not too much a good amount not too much or too little. So it's a great school not the best like four stars I think.

From the owner: Preschool Ages 3 - 5 Half & Full Day Options…read more Elementary School K - 6

Both of our kids have been here for several years now. We love St. Paul's! All of the staff is…read morededicated and passionate about their students! The small class sizes are awesome. We could not recommend St. Paul's enough. They start Spanish in Kindergarten, have before-school and after-school care, and have started after school sports as well. We feel very lucky to have found such a great school!

From the owner: St. Paul's Lutheran Church and School strives to respond to the Great Commission by equipping and…read moreempowering its members to share the Good News of Jesus Christ to their families, the community, and the world. St. Paul's Lutheran School offers an individualized education for children in Kindergarten through Grade 8 in a small classroom setting that emphasizes excellence in all we do. We also serve preschoolers with our Little Saints Early Childhood Center located at 14180 Commerce Avenue NE, Prior Lake, MN 55372. Little Saints offers half day Preschool and Pre-Kindergarten programs and also full day childcare for infants to school age children.

OLL provides not only a faith based education, but also a first rate academic experience. I highly…read morerecommend checking out this gem of a pre-k through 8th grade Christian school.

Beautiful Roman Catholic Church. Would recommend to anyone looking for a traditional Catholic…read morechurch. The homilies from Father Altier are truly inspiring.

Over the span of the past 11+ years we've attended St. Augustine and Holy Trinity Parish through…read moremultiple Priest and Vicar assignments. We've found the parish overall to be fantastic in that we never go to mass wondering if we're going to have some off the wall Homily that doesn't resemble the teachings of the Catholic Church the same goes for sending our eldest to Religious Education. Our experience with the sacraments (Marriage, Baptisms, First Eucharist) is that they are also just as strict about giving due reverence there as well. They also have had Tridentine Mass and Communion Rails before they were cool again. If you want a more "touchy feely" Catholic experience, there's always several churches up the road in Oakdale, Woodbury, and Stillwater. If you're looking for more of a traditional Catholic parish to strengthen your connection with God and understanding of the Catholic faith, Holy Trinity and St. Augustine are it.

I'm not one to indulge in gushing compliments or overuse of the superlative, but when it comes to…read moreProvidence Academy, many of whose teachers and graduates I know well, it is difficult not to go the extra mile in praising an institution that has benefitted so many, most especially the lucky young people who have, or are receiving, a Providence education. The faculty are some of the finest people I have ever known, men and women whose infectious faith, decency, and love of God are examples to all who know them. Indeed, there is something extraordinary taking place at this school in Plymouth, Minnesota. My advice to those reading this post is to be a part of it, if you can.

From the owner: Providence Academy is an award-winning, Pre-K through 12, Catholic, private, college-preparatory…read moreschool. It promotes superior academic achievement, character development, and citizenship in a faith-filled Christian environment. Thanks to transportation options, students travel to Providence from over 55 different Twin Cities metro communities. Opportunities abound in the academics, arts, and athletics. Now with lower tuition prices, access is more affordable than ever.