St. Anthony School

It needs an administrative overhaul. The principal refusing to speak with parents, even after terminating two teachers in one year. My child is now on their third teacher and the principal refuses to even tell us if the kids are safe. When confronted by a group of moms she refused to speak and simply tapped her wrist watch and said she is busy. Other administrative services are incredibly unorganized, the school could significantly improve by offering an undergrad process improvement student an internship. The principal request parents to read a weekly 6+ age newsletter in which she rambles and can't clearly articulate the point. Unfortunately because of the administration this school is a shame is a disgrace to the education system.
--Submitted by a parent

Excellent school that not only offers a quality education, but a great sense of community for parents and students. My son is 4th generation to attend St. Anthony's, and is now doing excellent in high school.
--Submitted by a parent

If your student is an average student they will do well at this school. What I mean by that is that the majority of teachers teach to the average student. If your student needs additional support or exceeds within the academic arena they will be mainly ignored. My son happened to excel in math and was subjected to the same lessons that all of the other students were exposed to. Apparently, the teachers here have never heard of differentiated instruction or lack the initaiative to take continuing education classes to further themselves to better teach the above and below average students. If your student is below or above average a public school is the way to go. Average students will do well here.
--Submitted by a parent

I'm an alumni of St. Anthony's. It was always provided a warm and welcoming environment that enticed children to push themselves to be better and learn more. I developed my love of learning at St. Anthony's and remain very close friends with people I went to school with way back when! I feel very fortunate to have gone to school there and look forward to sending my daughter there next year!
--Submitted by a parent

St. Anthony is a wonderful school with good values and a Christian ethic. The education is very good despite some of the remarks of others. Both my children have excelled there in the past and after attending other schools both in Tigard and abroad, we have come to realize what a truly well rounded and fabulous education they received. They are both well above their peers in many subjects. We could send our younger daughter anywhere when we return but will most definately send her to St. Anthony again! As for the teachers/staff, they can be strict but that is why the children behave in school. You can't have it both ways. I agree that it is a community/family atmosphere which is great for the kids well being. We have missed it. Parents don't tend to be involved in the older grades but it's the same in public middle schools.
--Submitted by a parent

St. Anthony School is a wonderful school and great environment for the future leaders of our society. The outward appearance of the school is old and exterior does not do it justice because the learning that occurs in this school is top notch. Children that graduate from St. Anthony School are academically ahead of the majority of public school children. The teachers are strong and the administration is conservative. No horseplay is tolerated and children learn to respect authority. Many of the larger public grade schools and middle schools simply warehouse children and do not teach the fundamentals of learning. St. Anthony teaches and trains students to succeed. Some of the teachers can be rigid at times, but your son or daughter will graduate from St. Anthony School a stronger person due to the instruction and interaction with the staff and volunteers. St. Anthony does not really offer any special needs classes so if your child has a learning disability, this is not the school for your family. This is a school for the family looking to give their children the very best. It will be one of the wisest investments you will ever make.
--Submitted by a parent

We have been part of the St Anthony School Community for over 4 years. Our son loves it, and so do we. It is truly a community that cares. If you want the best for your childern this is the place.
--Submitted by a parent

My experience as a public school teacher lead me to look into the option of educating my kids in a smaller, more individualized setting. I have not been the least bit disappointed! I had aimed for a great education for my kids, but what we are getting is so much more. My kids are learning what it means to be part of a community and to give back. I highly recommend St. Anthony School!
--Submitted by a parent

My child spent all 9 years at St. Anthony's (k-8) and was an 'average' student. He would sometimes complain about how hard it was, but he certainly appreciates it now. He's enrolled at a public high school and taking four AP classes. If that is not a testimony to the quality of education, I don't know what is! Thank you St. Anthony's for pushing him to be a better person.
--Submitted by a parent

St. Anthony school is an amazing place for kids to learn and grow. The education and teachers are wonderful - and the community is exceptional! Kids learn in a safe environment full of great values - and are challenged to meet their potential. All students get Spanish, computers, art, PE, religion and music in addition to all of the core subjects. My children have thrived on the smaller classes and individual attention and feel a definite sense of family from school.
--Submitted by a parent