We are so happy we have chosen Good Shepherd for our children. Although they are still young (2 and 5), they have grown and developed so much! They both adore their teachers and everyone is truly like a family there, lending support and guidance to those in need! Cannot say enough great things about
... Read more this school, academically and morally, they rate high! Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/29/09
If you're looking for a great church, come to Good Shepherd. If you're hoping for your children to get an education, you will be disappointed. You will not get both at Good Shepherd.
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Posted by a parent on 01/04/08
We looked at all of the schools in our area before deciding on Good Shepherd. It was, hands down, the best decision we ever made. This is our third year at the school and between the administration and the teachers, our children are extremely well educated as well as loved. I am secure each day as I
... Read more leave them there that I could not have made a better decision for my children. Parental involvement is key to the school's success, and the principal and teachers welcome your involvement. This is truly a one of a kind school, and you will be hard pressed to find teachers like Miss Mary and Miss Cristina in the PK and Mrs. Pietrewicz and Mrs. Quinn in MAC1 anywhere else. Our children have excelled at this school. We truly cannot say enough wonderful things about it. Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/19/07
We had high hopes for such an expensive school. Teacher quality is poor. Teaching methods are outdated. Student progress is not the priority. Class sizes are well over 25 in the primary grades. Administration makes decisions based on what is best for PR, rather than the best interest of the student.
... Read more Please research other private schools and public schools before considering a place where education is not the top priority. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/17/07
Our first daughter started attending Good Shepherd Catholic School in 1st grade and graduated this year. All of her 8th grade classmates did not want to leave the school, which speaks for the school when the kids want to stay. They wished the school would continue until 12th grade. The principal,
... Read more Ms. McNamee, was awarded both the National Catholic Education Association Dr. Robert J. Kealey Distinguished Principal Award and the National Distinguished Principal Award. Additionally, the school was recognized as a National Blue Ribbon school. Our church pastor recommended Good Shepherd to us by because of Ms. McNamee. We are so glad we chose Good Shepherd over the other Catholic schools near our home. May God continue to bless Good Shepherd with great teachers and staff. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/30/07
My daughter attended Good Shepherd from 2 years of age till Kindergarten. It is an excellent environment providing the highest quality of education that encourages creativity allowing each child to flourish in his/her own accomplishments. Ms MacNamee, the principal truly knows every child by name and
... Read more greets each child with a hug and a smile. It was a wonderful experience for us both:) Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/13/07
This school won the President's Blue Ribbon for Excellence about three years ago but has consistently gone down in academic value since then. The teachers are not as demanding of homework.
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Posted by a parent on 04/17/06
The quality of the academic is excellent. Principal just got the 'principal award of excellent' . Students are prepared to go to ib programs, other private schools and regular public school. Sports os big. Kids enjoy it and the school was awarded one of the best in the catholic school. I loved that
... Read more the parents are allowed to be involved in the school. It is excellent. Everyone wants to participate. Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/19/05
excellent school. very tight-knit & faith-based community. well-rounded staff & superb athletic programs.
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Posted by a student on 05/22/05
This school has been very good for my child academically. The teacher's really do teach the children and push them to be all they can be. They encourage them to learn. The principal and assistant principal are wonderful. The principal knows each child's name and always has a kind word for the children
... Read more or a hug. The assistant principal is of the same mold. They run a tight ship and make this a truly wonderful school. Read less
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Orlando schools — Good Shepherd School is located at 5902 Oleander Dr, Orlando FL 32807. 5902 Oleander Dr is in the Azalea Park neighborhood and 32807 ZIP code in Orlando, FL The school district for Good Shepherd School is the Diocese Of Orlando Education Office. Good Shepherd School is a Catholic school that serves grade levels PK - 8.
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