My grandchildren are attending St. Francis and I have to say that the sincere attention that they have received from the teachers is above and beyond. The patience level is extraordinary, extending before and after school. I feel confident that at all times, my grandkids are safe, love their teachers,
... Read more who have given them to skills to succeed at the next grade level, all accomplished in well rounded, Catholic, loving environment! THANK YOU, ST. FRANCIS! and all of the teachers and principal! Read less
Posted by a other on 08/26/09
We have been at this school for six years. Not only have they taught my child, they have also taught me about parenting! While I have not always agreed with some people there in the past, everything has worked out and I am very happy and comfortable. I enjoy the familiar faces and look forward to many
... Read more more years at St. Francis. My child loves it and I wouldn't want to take him/her away from that. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/19/09
Excellent education in a caring Christian environment. Couldn't ask for a more supportive school.
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Posted by a other on 08/16/09
As a former parent who has sent 8 children and a couple of grandkids to this school, I have to agree that what is taught academically, spiritually and socially is excllent. All of my kids were well prepared for high school and the 'real' world. As in any school, there have been a few teachers who were
... Read more not my favorite people, however the experiences with those teachers help prepare for the fact that not everyone you meet will be the ideal person. The family atmosphere is important as everyone is made to feel wecome. I highly recommend this school. Read less
Posted by a other on 08/15/09
As a former student of this school and now a parent of four students who have or are attending this school, I highly recommend it! St Francis is a home away from home for us. Not only as our Parish but as my children's school. As a parent who volunteers there a great deal I see how this school is
... Read more an extension of our family life. It is a nurturing and caring place for my children to grow not only academically but spiritually as well. Although no school can replace what children will learn through their parents and families, St Francis is an excellent source of assisting parents to teach their children life skills and learning skill. The entire staff are like family and care so deeply for all. We also like the fact that the Church is directly connected with the school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/14/09
Sent 3 kids all the way through preschool through 8th grade. Excellent school. Very satisfied.
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Posted by a parent on 08/14/09
This school has wonderful families with wonderful children attending. The teachers are very good but I wish they would be warmer toward the children. I sometimes feel the parent-teacher partnership is lacking. The teachers can sometimes seem put out by request for help from parents. But eventually
... Read more help is received. The principal seriously lacks leadership skills. She can be like a bull in a china shop at times. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/03/09
This school will not take responsibility for its actions. I have had to take a leave of absence from my business in order to homeschool my son to get him back up to the grade level that he should have stayed in and this school won't take any responsibility for its role in all of this. They won't help
... Read more in any way at all. The administration needs to actually read the Catechism and find out what their responsiblities are as Catholic leadership. They are supposed to serve us, not vice versa. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/26/08
This school is beautiful. The children's souls shine brighter then the sun, when i see how happy they are with there teachers, i wan't to cry tears of joy. I wan't every child in the world to fell that blessed and full of LovE!
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Posted by a teacher on 04/16/06
I have a child in Preschool and Pre-K. They have learned so much. I would recommend it to everybody. The classes are a little big but they have 3 teachers in each class.
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Vista schools — St Francis Of Assisi School is located at 525 W Vista Way, Vista CA 92083. 525 W Vista Way is in the 92083 ZIP code in Vista, CA The school district for St Francis Of Assisi School is the Diocese Of San Diego Education Office. St Francis Of Assisi School is a Catholic school that serves grade levels PK - 8.
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