Academy of Notre Dame Elementary School

I went to NDA for high school. The challenging curriculum really prepares you for college. The teachers are understanding and flexible, yet know how to push studentes. I really learned a lot there, especially compared to kids in nearby public schools. The sports had a good emphasis on individual progress, not winning. The girls there are amazing. I haven't encountered any problems with things like bullying. The friends I made there I am sure I will keep for life. I would recommend any girl to go there!

Not inferior to public schools, but it's certainly NOT superior. Short teacher career span with constant turn over. This school isn't a good school at any level or in any subject. There are better private schools AND public schools.
--Submitted by a parent

I started my son here in 6th grade. He had attended the best public elementary school in Nashua. His experience has been great. He was also behind in reading and writing when he started. He never had to write in cursive in the public school. It was a difficult adjustment to do homework. My guess is that the student who gave it one star does not like homework. There is plenty of it here and hardly any in the public school. The athletic department fosters a great sense of inclusion. I have volunteered for the ski program and in classroom activities. The teachers are energetic and detail oriented. My only disappointment has been the music department. They only offer percussion and there is no band. I pay for private lessons outside the school and will need to put him in band camp to get that exposure.
--Submitted by a parent

honestly just do not send your child here. as a student for less than 2 years....it was the worst experience of my life.

This is a great school. Like any school you will find a parent who isnt happy for whatever reason but I have quite a few kids and have run the course of cheaper private schools to public schools and they do not compare to NDA education. The prek program is awesome and my children were reading by Dec. in Kindergarten. The kids are happy there and so are we!
--Submitted by a parent

Have been a parent at NDA for 10 years now. I also went to NDA (elementary through high school). Have been some positives, but have noticed a decline in leadership and some teacher apathy over the past 4 years. Bullying has become an increasingly visible problem and some teachers and administration do not want to get involved. Not good for a Catholic school that claims to teach and develop the whole person. Academics through grade 6 are quite good. Math program needs to be stepped up to a more competitive level. Outstanding English/grammar/creative writing curriculum.
--Submitted by a parent

I strongly discourage anyone from sending a child of theirs to this institution. As a parent who has sent two children of my own to this school, I have come to regret spending my hard-earned salary on their tuition at the school, when they could have gotten a superior education at a public school. The teachers lack understanding of students and parents, principal is a follower rather than a leader. Racial iscrimination is also a key problem at the school. This is unnacceptable, especially for a school that preaches a Catholic education based on reverence, respect, and responsibility.
--Submitted by a parent

My daughter is in 2nd grade, she has been at the school since kindergarten. She loves it there, as do I. There are some wonderful and caring teachers who want the best for their students. I would recommend this school to anyone.
--Submitted by a parent

NDA has been a great start for my children. I have a son entering 1st grade and a daughter starting K1 in the fall. The teachers are caring and knowledgeable in their fields. The curriculum is challenging but not overwhelming.
--Submitted by a parent

My kid goes to Kindergarten in NDA, Tyngsboro.Its a great school with excellent curriculum.Teachers are wonderful and friendly .The kids are send home with the work they did at school everyday which is a great thing.Kids are taught phonics and math in a very detailed manner early on in the kindergarten.They have seperate workbooks on both the subjects.They are complex , sometimes challenging to the kids.But once they get used to it, it makes it all easy for them.Also they do science and Religion.Besides studies, kids also enjoy their time in the Gym, music, computer lab and the library.My kid enjoys the scool so do I.
--Submitted by a parent