St. Mary's School is an elementary school in the heart of downtown, beautiful Los Gatos. Currently we have a 7th grader attending St. Mary's. He entered St. Mary's for kindergarten. We also have a soon to be college freshman who completed 8 years of her elementary education at St. Mary's. We believe
... Read more St. Mary's has provided both of them a sound, enriching academic experience and also has fostered their love of learning. The teachers are enthusiastic, caring and exceptionally qualified to teach our children. The sense of community that one feels a part of is one of the most remarkable strengths of St. Mary's. It has been said that it takes a village to raise one child. Speaking from experience, we can honestly say that St. Mary's has been that village for our children. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/30/09
I have 3 children in this school and have been very happy. The reasons I choose this school still stand true. 1) Close-knit, supportive environment. We watch out for or lend a hand to help each other. 2) Abundant resources; amazing technology program. 3) Wonderful teachers: they are so dedicated and
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Posted by a parent on 07/30/09
St. Mary's School is a nurturing, academically rigorous school that has provided my three children with an innovative environment in which to learn. Its size is a real plus - we had our kids in the local public elementary school for K and the sheer size of the population was overwhelming - it was difficult
... Read more to feel part of the community. At St. Mary's, with its one class-per-grade structure, strong friendships are built between the children and among the parents that last through 8th grade and beyond. The teachers really get to know the students and their strengths and very quickly recognize areas where individual help is needed. The curriculum is innovative with real focus on excellence. A vast majority of the 8th graders each year enter High School with honors. The facilities are in the process of being updated as well. All in all - a wonderful school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/30/09
St. Mary's not only provides a rich and well rounded education, but something no other school can...a moral and spiritual emphasis that builds a child's self esteem and helps prepare them for a solid future.
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Posted by a parent on 07/30/09
I have been nothing but pleased with my St Mary's experience. St Mary's provides strong academic standards while fostering a faith-based community that rises to the occasion whenever needed. My children's education has creatively encompassed technology, Spanish, Art, Academics, Outreach and Religion
... Read more (to name a few). Their experience working together in groups and public speaking are impressive to say the least. The spirit of this community does not go unnoticed by both parents and children. I have witnessed the community support a family in need and I take great comfort in knowing that if my child has a problem, there will be any number of parents offering support. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/29/09
All schools have their issues, and St Mary's is no exception. There is only one grade that has 36 students, most have less than 30. Spoiled and rude kids, yes there are those, but show me a school where they don't exist. At least St Mary;s has instilled an ongoing multi year program to address the
... Read more bullies. Parent involvement is what makes this school as special as it is. Other schools would die for parental involvement such as St Marys receives. Sure it's a private school, but the cost is very reasonable & the parent involvement is what keeps keep it that way. The other Catholic schools in the area have similar parental involvement. If one wants new facilities where one can ship their child off to without playing a part in their child's education, you can find them out there, be prepared to open your wallet Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/01/08
As a parent, I found that the some classes have over 36 students. There has been a big turn over in teachers. The students are rude and spoiled. Many of them are bullies. The facilities are so run down which is very shocking and unacceptable especially when it is located in one of the wealthiest communities
... Read more of Northern California. The only saving grace to this school is the hard-working 20% of the parents involved and the teachers who do remain to teach. The school relies heavily on parent volunteer to help with classroom and school academics which should not be the case since it is a private school in an affluent neighborhood. Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/03/07
St. Mary's is a wonderful school and environment which emphasizes the development of the 'whole person' within the context of Christian values and the Catholic tradition. Kids there not only get a great academic education, but learn about their faith and translating it into the way they live. I once
... Read more saw the principal help two little ones resolve a dispute that had turned into a fight, asking them 'what would Jesus do?'. Religion is not just in the classroom, but on the playground too. Graduates are prepared for all the local high schools, public and private. My only wish for this school would be that it could accomodate more children, but hopefully that will be the case in the future. St. Mary's gets a '5' for overall excellence from this former teacher who's hard to please! Read less
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Los Gatos schools — St Mary's School is located at 30 Lyndon Ave, Los Gatos CA 95030. 30 Lyndon Ave is in the 95030 ZIP code in Los Gatos, CA The school district for St Mary's School is the Diocese Of San Jose Education Office. St Mary's School is a Catholic school that serves grade levels K - 8.
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