St. Clare School

an awesome institution for your child to receive a Catholic based elementary school education. The principal is fantastic. She is so hands-on. She knows the students and parent(s) personally by name. Very warm and approachable. The teachers are a perfect blend of "new and old school". Very experienced and nurturing, they are there to provide your child with superior learning. The parents are involved in so many aspects of the school. Fund raising, sports, attendance for all plays, concerts etc.; they are truly an integral part of the St. Clare community. The parish as a whole is strong and tightly knit. Your child can make lifelong friends who have common values and interests. My son is in the 7th grade and has been in St. Clare's since preschool and I have not one single regret. He is a better person for being a St. Clare's student. I am not going to lie... the curriculum is vigorous. It has also been referred to as "intense" by some. There is homework every night, tests daily, and projects throughout the year. To some, it may seem excessive, but this school truly prepares the student for High School. Their chances of being overwhelmed as freshman are slim.
—Submitted by a parent

Because when all the preeschools discriminated my child because she has juvenile diabetes St. Clares opened their arms to us and to our child and made her feel special and loved They teach our children love for another how to be a good humans and good citizens They teach them our history and our culture but mostly they teach our children love and compation for human beings I will recomend St. Clares to any parent our Favorites are Miss Diana, Miss Karen, Miss Pat, Miss Daniele and our devoted and dedicated principal Miss Julie
—Submitted by a parent

This school has very high Catholic values, great teachers and large school spirit.

excellent staff who cares about the children

They have the most compassionate and caring teachers.
—Submitted by a parent

I feel my children get a great education, learn about God daily, and are in a safe and loving environment.
—Submitted by a parent

I love it for the great value of Catholic education it helps provides our children with!
—Submitted by a parent

St. Clare School is dedicated to my child's education. There is also a strong sense of community. I love St. Clare School.
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Former St Clare Parent and PS 37 nurse...happy to 'pay it forward' Good Luck SCS !!
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The teachers and the Parents assoc. genuinely have our children's best interest in mind when making decisions.
—Submitted by a parent

I love St Clare because of the values they instill in our children. As a private school our resources are limited but the principals and staff are continuously enhancing all of the educational and extracurricular programs. We have dedicated teachers that really care about the children and continue to learn and grow as educators. Lastly, but certainly not least, St Clare is more than a place we send our children to school. It is a community, an extended family that my husband, children and I have been a part of for many, many years and will continue to be a part of long after graduation! .
—Submitted by a parent

Great teachers, great students, cutting edge technology and wonderful programs during and after school
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From the pricincipal to the teachers and aides, it really is a caring environment and a great school. St. Clare's really is a family.
—Submitted by a parent

Not too happy with school. Math program in upper grade is awful. My child was not doing well. In Highschool now & is in honors. If it was not for junior high school I would take my other child out.
—Submitted by a parent

Honestly, the school is OK. The downside(s) are: large classes, teachers who have taught way too long do not have the patience to deal with the overload of children in the classroom, mothers in the schoolyard at pickup who do nothing but gossip and complain..... very clique'ish'. Mothers carrying on because their children and their friends were 'split up' when they got promoted from year to year. Ladies, get a grip and a life. Let your kids move on. Its not about you, its about them... moving on. Little Johnny will not always have little Jimmy by his/her side throughout life. Let them grow up. You should try to set the example for them and grow up yourselves. The sports program is also very political. If you are not in the clique, you are not on the field or the court.

I am very happy wih the teachers and leadership of St. Clare School. I think that the parents need to step up and make this school outstanding. Stop complaining and put your words into action.
—Submitted by a parent

St. Clare offers exceptional academic studies in most areas. Most teachers my child has experienced are genuine in their intent on teaching religion instruction. St. Clare provides a great foundation to support and guide the children morally & academically for a successful future. Extracurricula activites are sufficient, the principal is experienced & available, staff is sincere & helpful. I do agree, however, the schoolyard cliques and gossip stinks. Lots of poor role model parents fighting with others over birthday invitations and playdates. Social is important, yes, but morals and academics come first. After all, this is Catholic school,ladies.
—Submitted by a parent

I am so very happy that I chose St. Clare for my children. I am very satisfied with the school and the results that I have seen.
—Submitted by a parent

I love st clare. Its the greatest school programs are great and cheerleading is the best.St clare should always be 1#!
—Submitted by a student

I am very happy with this school and the values that my child is learning. I also think the academic aspect is wonderful. The principal does a great job. Some of the parents need to get a grip and worry about what is important and stop gossiping in the schoolyard!
—Submitted by a parent