St. Timothys School

This This school does not need money yet that s all the use they have for parents. Teenage girls are told that communication with parents is bad for them and there is a culture of retaliation by some vindictive staff members if they do. This school definitely needs to revamp everything, starting with the head of school who has found a lucrative little niche to surround himself with his fiends on the board and staff. This school is an embarrassment to the IB with no standardization of requirements, a hap hazard curriculum in some departments and unqualified teachers (many with visa requirements), who grade students based on their own egos. I cannot adequately express my disappointment and my daughter s distress at this school. Don t entrust your daughter s future to these folks. Many families are now so stressed looking for another school after an unbelievably frustrating year at St. Timothy s.
--Submitted by a parent

Not a great school. I would actually consider giving money to it once the school gets a new head. It really needs one.

This school is way too micromanaged. It's the kind of place where people need to say "The emperor wears no clothes" but no one is going to say that for fear of what may happen.

Good ratings for the teachers who work hard with the students. The administration, however, is another story. Top leadership doesn't practice the values of truth, trust, or kindness the school has nor does it welcome or want parental involvement at all unless you're wealthy or have connections.
--Submitted by a parent

My daughter loved St. Timothy's School. It was absolutely the best education she could have received. She was admitted early decision to Duke University and she would have never had that opportunity without the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program. The faculty really worked with my daughter to help her achieve her full potential. Although she was not able to be on a sports team in middle school, she had the opportunity at St. Tim's to be the captain of a championship team her senior year. My daughter loved the traditions of Brownie-Spider. She truly benefited from all of the trips and exposure to world leaders. Archbishop Desmond Tutu was the Commencement speaker this year. I would highly recommend St. Timothy's School to any parent looking for a rich experience for their daughter. They have high expectations but the results are worth it.
--Submitted by a parent

My daughter started at St Agnes Catholic School in Arlington for the 4th grade 4 years ago. We followed an exceptional teacher to this exceptional school. Although, we are not Catholic, we are Christians. We felt welcomed immediately. The staff responds and resolves issues quickly. I cannot say enough positive things about the school, the teachers, and the overall environment. The teachers are unbelievably generous with their time, not only in regards to academics but personal growth as well. The students leave prepared to attend and succeed at some of the best high schools in the area. I would recommend this school to all parents who want to see their child grow as a person and a student!
--Submitted by a parent

St. Tim's is the worst school I ever could've been asked to be sent to. I cried every day I was there and hated every minute of it. I only wish I could stress this message to anyone who is thinking about going there. How are 18 year old girls supposed to learn how to act in social situations if we are never allowed to be in any!? The administration is so prejudice against certain people, and I just happen to be one of them. DO NOT SEND YOUR KID HERE! It's expensive and so not worth the money. It ruined an entire year of my life and I will never go back there.
--Submitted by a student

My daughter is in her 2nd year in St. TIm's. As a typical teenager she complains about everything. Afer weeks of hearing her complain about all the school work and sports, I gave her the chance to change school. She chose to stay in Saint Tim's. The truth is she loves this school. She had the best shadow day there compared to other nearby schools who were not as welcoming to visitors because the spoilt rich kids and their parents who were too full of themselves to welcome others. She's getting a well rounded education. I cannot say enough of the IB curriculum. This allows her to compete on the same level as the international educational community. The exposure to the world is incredible, from the student and teachers from all around the world to all the opportunities that are available for foreign travel and study. This is an excellent school.
--Submitted by a parent

I attended St. Tim's for all four years, and I cannot say enough positive things about the school, the teachers, and the overall environment. The teachers are unbelievably generous with their time, not only in regards to academics but personal growth as well. It should be said that the students here do in fact receive a substantial amount of work, but they also leave prepared to attend and suceed at some of the best colleges in the country. I found the activities offered on the weekend to be very entertaining while also cultural. I would recommend this school to all parents who want to see their daughter grow as a person and a student!!
--Submitted by a student

I was only at St. Tim's for one year and it was awful. Life as a boarder is not fun. The weekend activities are boring and the dorms are loud. The rules are superfluous and unnecessary. It overlooks the 'mistakes' of girls with money. Each day is strictly planned out and there is barely any free time on weekdays, and there are mandatory events most weekends. I will give the school credit for preparing me more for college in the area of academics. The teachers are diverse and very involved. Out of the classroom, one should expect at least a couple of hours of homework a night. The administration is very unresponsive to concerns and complaints of parents and students. My parents were very unhappy with the school. I couldn't wait to get out of there, much less go back. I would not recommend this school to anyone.
--Submitted by a student