Awesome, School love that it is a small school. My kid has definitely done better with his reading…read moreand writing. Thanks to wonderful teachers. We love the large field for him to play. Definitely recommend the school.

The institution refused to enroll my son citing his placement within the autism spectrum as the…read morereason, despite their attempt to justify the decision with additional explanations that ultimately proved insufficient.

My daughter attends this school. It's very small and not as fancy as the other Catholic Schools in…read morethe area. Although, I appreciate the wholesomeness found here. The students and their families are very supportive and contribute a lot to make this school the best it is. There are 28-30 students per teacher per grade and only one teacher per grade. Basically, the children move from one grade to the next and grow up together. This type of environment creates a strong bond and friendship between the students.

I used to love this school, but unfortunately the recent administration has been disappointing. In…read moremy experience, the principal seems to rely too heavily on strict policies without enough consideration for individual circumstances. I have witnessed a lot of unfairness in the way situations are handled, particularly involving students with special needs. From what I have observed, there seems to be very little patience, flexibility, or understanding for their individual needs, which has been deeply disappointing. A year ago, before the new administration, I would have wholeheartedly recommended this school. Today, I would encourage families to explore other options. I have also found it difficult to address concerns with the parish leadership. In my experience, the priest is rarely available, and when concerns are raised, he has supported the principal by saying, "I used to be a teacher, so I agree with her," rather than addressing the specific issues being brought forward. That response left me feeling that my concerns were not genuinely heard or considered.

Ambassador is an AP Platinum school that truly loves its students and reflects Christ to them in…read moreevery single classroom.

Five stars are not enough to express how wonderful Ambassador is for our student. We had heard…read moreabout Ambassador through our community and even knew a family whom attended years ago and they loved it. From the moment we stepped onto the Ambassador campus it felt like home with a caring family like atmosphere. The entire staff are all engaging and helpful. Our student did a tour and liked it, then did a shadow day and decided it was the right school for him. Ambassador has so much to offer. Firstly, a Christ centered approach to education with patience and mentorship. Many opportunities to be a servent of God in the community to help others. Second, outstanding academic classes with teachers who really care and support the students. AP and College prep is included in the affordable tuition fee with a wide variety of subject matter to choose from. Wonderful Guidance Counselors who truly walks the students entirely through the College application process from freshman year to senior year. Third, competitive sports in CIF leagues are offered with compassionate coaching that really guides the student to excel in their sport. Ambassador has been a dream come true for our student and our family. With smaller class sizes and more personalized attention by the teachers and staff, each student truly finds their way and earns the confidence to excel in their studies. The students also all seem so happy and they all are so welcoming and kind. Ambassador is truly a great Christ centered culture and wonderful family atmosphere that welcomes family involvment. Ambassador has been the answer to our prayers for our student. We cannot reccommend them enough.

My baby daughter was in PICU & I was coming from the hospital to drop off my older daughter for a…read morefield trip at the school. I was 10 minutes late so the school gave away my daughter's spot away & also refused to return my trip money. I tried to explain that I was coming from the hospital but they still refused. They didn't want to 'disappoint the child' who they gave my daughter's spot to. They didn't care about disappointing my daughter, who had been looking forward to the trip all week. They then accused me of 'arguing with the teacher' & gave me a warning. The people who run this place are horrible & heartless. They will steal any money you pay them (this is only one of several instances). If you have any concerns about anything going on with your child, you are not 'allowed' to voice them or they will kick you out of the school. Bend over & take it. You have no voice as a parent. If you leave, they will keep any tuition money you've paid. Only if they kick you out will you get it back. I highly advise you send your kids elsewhere. They are a nightmare. Seriously, I'm warning you, DON'T go to this school. We then went over to Pine's Christian- night & day difference. They are wonderful. Highly, highly recommend you go there.

Today marks the last day our kids will attend Hickory Tree and words can't express the amount of…read moregratitude we have for this school and this staff in helping us develop our children. We had the greatest experience here for both our children as the staff has done a great job in fostering an environment for kids to grow, while also allowing them to be kids. I grew up in suburban America with great schools and a big community emphasis. Seeing my kids go through the program here reminded me a lot of my childhood. I read another review from a parent complaining about hickory having structure for the kids. The truth is, kids need structure. They need to learn manners and how to play with others. Michelle Obama said it best when she said her parents raised her to eventually be an an adult one day. I personally don't think I'm doing any favors to my kids if I'm not preparing them to be an adult in this world. In todays fast past environment, so often are values lost and forgotten that it was really nice for our family to be able to allow our kids to also have that for their early schooling. They allow kids to be kids while still learning boundaries along with curriculum to keep them ahead academically. Both our kids have really come into their own during their time there and we have hickory to thank for that. So Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

There are plenty of fun events, clubs, and opportunities for academic achievement. The school…read moretests high on standardized tests. However, there is a lack of discipline when it comes to verbal bullying and harassment. Students cannot count on their authorities to protect them. The visual and performing art programs are quite underfunded. The school prioritizes the football program, which brings in the most money and that favouritism goes so far as extra effort being made to keep those athletes in school. They do this by putting them in the art classes for an easy A (where they don't do the work and show no interest, while taking up the spots of students who actually want to take art) And by avoiding giving them expulsion or suspension, even if that means turning a blind eye when they bully their peers. Pretty standard for a high-school, I guess.

Of course i give this 5 stars it my Alma Mater lol. Anyways came here for my nephew's 8th grade…read moregraduation ceremony. They have made some improvements and are still making more. I can say this was a good school to go to.

My daughter has been a student at Saint Catherine's for 3 years now. I love this school!…read moreWhile academic excellence is of great importance, the teachers also care a great deal and work to build character in students, helping them become better individuals. There is zero tolerance for bullying. Students are well behaved. There is a wide range of after school extra curricular activities. For example: dance, ukulele, keyboard and robotics and many others. I'm a working mom so the onsite after school extended daycare is very helpful. I know my child will be cared for when I'm unable to pick her up right after school due to my work schedule. The principal, teachers and PTA are very active and are constantly looking for ways to maintain and improve the high standards. I highly recommend Saint Catherine Laboure School

this school is very good has many activities for your kids to do…read more it can be a little better but I love how nice the teachers and staff are kind. It has bad aid and it doesn't help our kids get smarter

Good church and choir. I love coming to this church. Is reserved and nice I like the church so muchread more

I miss the days when the church is open around 6:30pm-7pm. I often come here after work and just…read moresit in silence and pray, it's very therapeutic after a long day of work. Since COVID, the church is lock early and I'm unable to come visit.

5 STAR this school is great it has a lot of activity's and its a great learning potential!read more

One of the worst middle schools ever! Both of my daughters were severely bullied there back in…read moreearly 2000's and again with my youngest 2017. Staff there including the principal at the time useless and did nothing and even said my daughter being physically pushed "is not bullying." We did everything to get help contacted school police and all they did was come down and talk to the same culprits over and over and it continued. They even had video proof of the student that started physical altercation towards my child during PE and also outside of school this group having "fight meet ups". NOTHING EVER DONE. Some of those same students went onto Torrance high and continued their actions and the school their had issues with them. The best thing I did for my daughter was remove her form this juvenile hall and got her a real education (online is the way to go!) She not only received better help with her education (she has an IEP) both elementary school Fern, and Madrona didn't help her at all even with their iep programs) why? Simple many teachers there general ed teachers don't have the professional qualifications to understand how to work with children like this instead they get angry and put down a child (yes it happened many times to my daughter throughout her time at both schools) And they are lazy. Teacher at elementary Fern would hand her a book put her in a corner and have her stare at a book for the entire class session. Madrona just blamed her for having dyslexia! My daughter beautiful and now well accomplished all A's and B's online high school, went onto college and professors adore her and will be recommending her to universities that specialize in History academics her major. She reads beautifully and way above her grade level and would love to be a professor or museum curator or librarian. She also hopes to help other children that struggle with learning difficulties. She firsthand knows what to look for and how to address it properly and kindly in a positive manner. She's a wonderful mannered and hard working young lady and guess what? The other group hmm well guess but you know the saying some things never leave a small town or achieve much.