Canterbury School

This is my second year at Canterbury, and there's no better school in southwest fl. Everybody knows everybody, and we all get along. We're one big family. The teachers are the best, and they keep in touch with my parents with everything. I went to a public school last year, and I'm doing so much better here at Canterbury then I did there. Simply because I'm actually going somewhere here, and you're motivated to do the best you can; by teachers as well as friends. The education you get here is really expensive, but the experiences, opportunities, and lifelong friends you make are priceless.

I am a former Canterbury parent. We had a horrible experience with our three children at this school. Our daughter's math teacher was terrible! She would go over things once and would ignore the kids who needed a little review or reinforcement. When we met with her, the only suggestion was to get a tutor...on top of the $16,000 tuition! On the other end of the spectrum, our son was not challenged at all in his class. He was bored and would get in trouble for talking, since he had already completed his work! There was no effort to provide extra enrichment, even though they claim that they can tailor the experience to the child. Also, some teachers were unable to handle the kids. I got a call during work about how my son was talking in gym class. Nothing else, just talking! I told them to make him sit separate from the other kids for the rest of the class. But really, shouldn't a teacher be able to handle this? Long story short, not worth the ridiculous prices!
--Submitted by a parent

I'm currently a seventh grader at Canterbury and I have been here since 4th grade. I love it here! What I love most is that Canterbury is doing school work a grade higher than what grade we are in. I am in seventh grade and I am in Algebra 1. But Canterbury has pre-algebra, pre-algebra enrichment and Algebra 1. So if you are very good at math you would be in Algebra 1 or if your not that good at math you could be in pre-algebra. What I also love about this school is that I know I will get into a great college. This school is also dedicated to leadership and community service once you enter seventh grade you are required to do 10 hours of Community Service. I'm very grateful my parents sent me to Canterbury because there is no place I'd rather be.

In my opinion, the high school is a bit overrated. The school work is challenging for the students, therefore making the GPA's lower then those in public schools making it harder for students to get into the colleges of there choice. I know of many students in public schools who have gotten into just as good if not better colleges with their high GPA. By the time your student is done at Canterbury, the money spent could be used for college. I wish I didn't send my daughter to Canterbury.
--Submitted by a parent

I just moved to fort myers . As soon as I got to Canterbury, it felt like I had been there my whole life. Everyone welcomed me, and its not 'clique-y'. the teachers are amzing and really work with you if you are struggling. The dining hall is fantastic. although the school costs a lot, you should DEFINITELY invest in it.
--Submitted by a student

As an alumni, this school prepared me endlessly for success in the future. Small class sizes and great teachers make this a great fit for every child.
--Submitted by a student

a great college prep school. Has an excellent learning environment.
--Submitted by a student

Wonderful School. Plenty of extra curricular activities. Strong push for community service. Wonderful staff, good education.
--Submitted by a parent