St. John Vianney Parish School

Brought our child in for Kindergarten - he had a difficult time, but we managed. The teacher hinted at medication ( a Teacher AND a Doctor!) We took him for an assesssment to determine if there were neuro isues - it was "too soon to tell". We continued on to frst grade (without the ritalin, thank you) , but OMGoodness - my son's teacher was 75 years old, brought out of retirement, impossible for my son to understand when she talked (yes, he has problems). But.. she wouldn't work with us, held all students to the same standard because ... I don't know, maybe all children are alike? She wouldn't even let us take school books out of the classroom so we could help my son study at home (books were TOO expensive to trust with a parent). The experience would have been forgettable, but we had one particularly odd experience with the Scholastic Book Sales - centered on ethics,or lack thereof on the part of the staff. Needless to say, I am a disgruntled parent, and probably the only one with a negative experience that made me want to leave (whcih we did). Other kids/parents were quite happy there, I can only hope your experience is more enjoyable.
--Submitted by a parent

A high proportion of their grads get into Kamehameha, Punahou, and I'olani.
--Submitted by a parent

This school is a great school for average or above learners. The children feel secure in the environment and the teachers are loving and caring. However, this school is unable to assist children with disabilities in learning. It sadened all of us to have to send our child to a public school so he could get the attention he needed.
--Submitted by a parent

Great school! Warm, caring and norturing principal and teachers and staff. Our kids are happy and learning. We love that aside from the regular curriculum, they offer Japanese, Hawaiian studies and hula dance classes.
--Submitted by a parent

Pleasant school, nice teachers, large classes. Lots of half days and holidays. Year-round school with 176 of instruction.
--Submitted by a parent

Our daughter started here this year. So far it's been wonderful. She's thriving and would recommend this school to any parent.
--Submitted by a parent

Unlike most schools, our leadership allows us and trains to respond to all learning styles and gives us the freedom to coordinate a specific curriculum to meet the individual needs of the student. This freedom helps the student respond in a positive manner, and gives the teacher the opportunity to teach to the individual needs of each student through a variety of lesson plans. It is a pleasure to teach in this atmosphere.
--Submitted by a teacher

This is a wonderful school that should consider going up to high school!
--Submitted by a parent