The Campus School of Carlow

In some ways, it may be more appropriate to compare the Campus School (est. $10K annual tuition) to diocesan schools with larger class sizes but approximately one-half tuition costs rather than to other independents/privates at this point. There's been significant turnover in executive directors since 2006. Approximately 20 percent of 2010-2011 first graders did not re-enroll for the 2011-2012 year. There is parent concern about curriculum in the primary grades, and about math and languages in grades 6-8. A recent parent survey revealed concern with teacher quality. Class size is increasing, possibly due in part to declining enrollment. The school lacks a detailed policy on bullying. In practice: "Deny anything is happening, then blame the victim and refer the kid to behavioral therapy." Rumor has it that one teacher referred one-third of her class to behavioral therapy. Parents are friendly and involved but school leadership seems to lack sense of urgency about change. Lots of missed deadlines, lots of excuses, lots of glittering generalities. What can you overhear parents complaining about? Teachers playing favorites in a way that's obvious to the kids.
--Submitted by a parent

Great school, help build self-confidence and self-esteem. Try to bring out the talents of each individual. Everybody is friendly and accommodating. Highly recommend.
--Submitted by a parent

Great school, very nurturing and supportive. Excellent academics, focus on the needs of individual students as well as the class. Children are friendly and welcoming. Great quality for the price.
--Submitted by a parent

Outstanding school. The people are very nice. The education is wondeful. The sports are great, especially girls basketball. Tuition is very reasonable compared to schools like Shady Side Academy.
--Submitted by a parent