Nativity of Our Lord School

We had very high hopes for our kids attending this CS but have been extremely disappointed. We, along with a couple other families have decided Nativity is not for our kids. The administration does not handle situations appropriately, nor do they let kids be kids. The parents running the school definitely have a lot of pull with the teachers and administration and are awful to those on the "outside'. I have a smart kid that isn't challenged and has almost been held back to his current grade level rather than pushed to do harder/more difficult work. I had heard a lot of families have left and now I know why!
--Submitted by a parent

We only have 1 yr of experience at this school. But, 6 at another CS with our daughter and I went to 3 different catholic schools on 2 different continents. So you can say my assessment of catholic schools come with some valued experience. First impression of Nativity is the quality of the teaching staff. I have never been so impressed with the quality care, structure, and discipline that is forwarded to my child - we enjoyed the last school she was in but the education does not compare. My daughter tells me that Nativity is really hard & strict but she LOVES it - so do I!! Her grades are much better that ever before, and she has always made the honor roll. As far as I can see the Principal is a wonderful disiplanarian & educator, not so good as a business woman trying to keep & grow her private school business. One observation - you would think the first thing you would want to do is personally welcome a new family to your school. The school tries hard to get parents to help out but it seams that only a minor percentage actually care enough to step up to the line to volunteer (sure I want my kid to have a good time. But, I want other parents to do that for me!!) REALLY!!
--Submitted by a parent

My two children have been going to Nativity since kindergarten, and they are both very happy here. There is a strong sense of community here and a high degree of parent volunteerism at the school. In my observation, it is the high level of family participation and emphasis on morality as well as academic excellence that makes this school so well-rounded.
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I have two children at Nativity, one in grade school and one in the middle school. My children are quite happy here and I believe the curriculum to be quite good. The math program is pretty strong and I feel the kids are well prepared for any high school they choose to attend. Of course, the Catholic education is important to us and this is one of Nativity's strengths. There is a real sense of a caring community here and I feel my children are in very good hands. The lunch program is quite good with many healthy options for lunch if they choose to buy it. If only we had more room at this school, as the space is limited. As with many schools, I believe parents who can volunteer their time here will appreciate all that takes place at this school.
--Submitted by a parent

Nativity has been a great experience for our kids and our family. The kids are learning and living their faith. Academically, they are receiving a strong education. My kids are happy to go to, and happy when they come home from, Nativity.
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I am very happy with what Nativity has provided my children. They have learned love and respect for themselves and each other. THey have learned how to incorporate their spiritual selves into their daily lives. I came on here and saw reviews that were negative, remember the people who post negative are usually few and far in between. I feel like it is the most wonderful place I could send my kids. The experience the staff and love my children are given everyday is nuruturing and positive. A+++
--Submitted by a parent

I just graduated from Nativity, and I went there from kindergarten all the way through the 8th grade. I did love many assets of Nativity, but as another reviewer said, middle school was kinda downhill. Don't get me wrong, this is a good school, but the teachers did expect more from you than they should have. And yes, they DO check your facebook, as one kid in my class got in trouble for something he posted on it. I did like Nativity for the most part, though, and I say if you can find the money go ahead and try it out. Nativity does try, and yes, even if the figures of authority do think we live in the 1940's they are still very lenient and don't nave nearly as many rules as other private schools. So I say give Nativity a go, if it works for you then you won't be disappointed. :)

I went to Nativity from Kindergarden to 8th grade! I loved K-5...but once I became a middle schooler everything went downhill. This happened because of the Principal and the Vice Principal who are not up to date on how to run schools. (they think its the 1940's) The middle school teachers are horrible except only a few teachers. The teachers yell and basically scream at you. Once a month or two I would go home in tears because of how the teachers treated me. They don't let you have a social life (they even check your facebook), they yell and scream, and they don't show you respect. On the good side they prepared me for High School and taught me about Christ on the Catholic Church. So if you are going to send your child to nativity. I would send them only till 5th grade

My daughter has been at Nativity for several years and she is very happy and is thriving at this school. They have high expectations of the students (and this is one reason I like Nativity). My daughter has learned a great deal about religion and responsbility. I highly recommend Nativity!
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Our son is very behind in math, the kids are not treated with respect at all!!!! Some teachers have been there to long and are mean . We are looking for a new school. Some other parent said it right...if you have a perfect child the school will be fine.
--Submitted by a parent