Parish Episcopal School (Lower Campus)

I am schocked at how many students repeat grades, however, their is no primer classes and maybe that has something to do with it. It is a great school, but not prepared to handle gifted children. Having said that I not sure their is any school who handles or really understands gifted kids. Communication with parent and staff/teachers is poor. Very set in their rules with no room for change in their lower school. Perhaps head of lower school needs to retire.
--Submitted by a parent

This review really should be a part of the total school review since both campuses function well as one unit. We now have a five year history with the school and our three students range from Pre-K to Middle School. We love this school more every year. The teachers and other parents are wonderful. Beginning at 3rd grade they will transition to the amazing facility which is the upper campus. We'd say that there is a more flexible and nurturing environment for the younger students (as you might expect). The spaces are ample, and cozy, too, at the lower campus. You must visit both campuses and imagine how much your students will enjoy being a part of the Parish Community!
--Submitted by a parent

This school is great! What else can you ask for. It is good academically and athletically. It is pre-k through 12 grade. My kids love it. It is well worth it.
--Submitted by a parent

Parish has a wonderful history and is continuing that tradition as it adds grades. The first graduating class will be in 2007. Strong faculty and outstanding parental involvement. THe physical facilty is top rate.
--Submitted by an administrator

My daughter has had a wonderful experience at Parish. I would say that of all the private schools in Dallas its the most grounded.
--Submitted by a parent

Great school, great parent involvement. Pricey tuition. All in all has been a good experience for our 2 kids, but not sure it's worth the $$.
--Submitted by a parent

The Parish Day School is a really great school. All the teachers are willing to reach out and take part in every child's education. The staff is loving and kind and makes a child's day fantastic. Parents are involved very often. There is a Parent's Association club that a lot of Parish parents are involved in and it is a great thing. It is very family like and supportive. My child wants to graduate from high school here and she told me that she never wants to leave.
--Submitted by a former student

My child is in the PRE-K program. Orginally I had thought that it was a great school and I was very excited for my child to be able to go there. However, I have discovered that they want to hold my child back for somewhat unsound reasons that will result in my child graduating at 19. These children are only 4 years old and the school year is just half over, but I was asked to sign my contract for next year with the clause that my child is to repeat the PRE_K program. There are two other families faced with the same situation. Oddly enough we are the three lowest on the economic food chain.
--Submitted by a parent