Both of my children have attended St. Edward since pre-school. My oldest is currently in middle school. Our new principal, Sharon Rands, has been an amazing asset & has brought about some much needed change. Middle school has a max of 24 students per class which makes for a wonderful teaching & learning
... Read more enviornment. The tuition is one of the most affordable of private schools in the area. Community support within the school & parish in tragic & happy times is what makes St. Edward a blessing to our families. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/05/09
The school 36 children in each classroom. It is row after row of students. This makes learning difficult. Public Elementry has 20 max.
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Posted by a parent on 02/20/09
Our experience at St. Edwards has been disappointing on several fronts. The school is very demanding of parents in terms of participation, volunteering and financial support (beyond tuition) and yet unwilling to accommodate students with (minor) special needs or attention. The faculty, while well intentioned,
... Read more is generally youthful and inexperienced. We have encountered significant parent/teacher/student communication issues at various grade levels. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/02/08
St. Edward School works to guide students to be good people in the world. It offers a loving environment, approachable teachers and an opportunity for parents to be involved like no other school I have seen. No school is perfect, but this one has given each of our kids so many gifts that we feel blessed
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Posted by a parent on 03/25/08
St. Edward School is a wonderful community of families, teachers and students. Academically, the school definitely caters to children who present in the middle of the class. Advanced students are not challenged and any child with ANY special requirements are expected to get help elsewhere. If you kids
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Posted by a parent on 09/04/07
I currently have two children attending St.Edward The Confessor School. The principal, Mrs. Wood is very approachable and open to new ideas. I find her thinking to be outside the box. There is a lot of parent participation required which may be too much for some families. I am pleased with the academics
... Read more and feel confident they are competitive with other schools in our area. There also has been little teacher turnover which enables you to form a bond with a teacher as they teach each of your children. The school is small but continues to expand, keeping up with the increase in enrollment. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/10/05
This is a wonderful school. We transferred our daughter to St. Edward after considering many private schools, after she completed 2nd grade in a local public school. St. Edward impressed us with its balance of strong curriculum, faith, parent involvement, and teaching staff. The extra curricular programs
... Read more are top notch and the middle school now offers the international baccalaureate program. We are thrilled with the high level of excellence we have found at St. Edward. The principal Cheri Wood is a wonderful woman who's vision has created an amazing learning opportunity for all our children. I highly reccommend considering our wonderful parish school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/18/05
Teachers and administration strive to ensure each child has an exceptional educational experience. The Catholic faith is a strong component of the school and its outlook, resulting in a loving, supportive environment inwhich children can achieve their best. Active in community and strong volunteer
... Read more parent organziation. Traditional teaching methods supplemented with enrichment and remedial intervention programs. Advanced programs in computers, language, music and athletics. Read less
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Gifted and Talented
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creative and productive thinking, the ability to produce new ideas;
leadership ability, the ability to direct individuals or groups to a common decision or action;
visual and performing arts, special talents in visual art, music, dance, drama, or other related studies;
psychomotor ability, such as practical, spatial, mechanical, and physical skills.
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Adult Education Classes
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English as Second Language
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Dana Point schools — St Edward Confessor Parish School is located at 33866 Calle La Primavera, Dana Point CA 92629. 33866 Calle La Primavera is in the 92629 ZIP code in Dana Point, CA The school district for St Edward Confessor Parish School is the Diocese Of Orange Education Off. St Edward Confessor Parish School is a Catholic school that serves grade levels K - 8.
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