One of the best decisions my parents made for me was choosing Nativity Catholic School for my education. For that I am deeply grateful as it was the foundation for my deep faith, successful professional career, understanding of the importance of community and service for others and long-lasting friendships.
... Read more I am excited to now choose Nativity Catholic School for my children. Some of the things I have appreciated as a parent of a Nativity student include the following: *The positive leadership of our administration *The encouragement of and large participation of parent volunteers *The team effort of faculty, staff & parents to provide the best experience for our students *Inclusion of music, art and physical education in the curriculum *Opportunities for extra-curricular activities including sports, clubs and organizations *Incredible enhancements to our computer/technology area, playground, library/literacy center and cafeteria/lunch program Each day when I pick up my child from school and hear I had a great day at school today I know I ve made the best choice for my children s education and beyond. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/21/09
My family has been part of this school for 8 years. In the beginning we started out with a good principal then moved on to a principal who did not seem to have our childrens best interest at heart. Last year a new principal joined our school and I knew from our first meeting things were looking brighter.
... Read more As the year moved on Mrs. Rodriguez proved in words and deeds that she put our children first. Thanks to her and good luck to our returning and new teachers this year. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/07/09
My children have attended Nativity for the last 4 years and we have been nothing but pleased with this school. My children are not only doing exceptionally well academically, but they are learning about Christ daily, and we cannot get that in our public schools. Our new principal is excellent and has
... Read more made many wonderful changes to our school. Go Titans! Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/28/09
Our new Principal, Terri Rodriguez has brought so many positive changes in just 1 year that will effect the future of Nativity. She is a great leader and role model for our kids. We've been a part of Nativity for nearly 8 years and wouldn't have it any other way. Catholic based and values are taught
... Read more that you do not receive outside in township schools. The small school is like a family to us and we wouldn't have it any other way!!! Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/24/09
I am completing my first year at Nativity. It has been fantastic! We are very blessed to have so much parent involvement in our school! From the renovation of our Literacy Center to our new security system to multisensory math instruction, this year seen some marvelous growth. I can't wait to see
... Read more what next year has to offer our students .... new lunch program, playground equipment and so much more! Read less
Posted by a principal on 04/24/09
Nativity Catholic School is a wonderful school. Although some of the older reviews speak of discipline problems, I have found this to be totally untrue. As a matter of fact, there is very little instances of misconduct that I have seen while visiting the school on numerous occasions. Students are
... Read more on task in every classroom. While visiting the school, notice the artwork of the students. It is top notch as are the music programs. I have been in many schools during my career and find Nativity to be one of the best! Read less
Posted by a other on 04/20/09
Nativity School provides a wonderful faith-based education to its students. Our family has been members of Nativity for five years. This year has really been exciting, we have been blessed with a wonderful new principal. It's amazing how much our principal, teachers, parents, and students have accomplished
... Read more this year. Communication has improved, new programs and clubs have been implemented, and the positive energy in the school is contagious. I'm proud to say my children attend Nativity School! Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/09/09
Numerous problems at this school. Discipline is the biggest concern. Uniforms and dress code is the next. Turn over in teachers each year. School does not follow the faith based education it claims. Children are not held accountable for their actions in behavior. I would not recommend this school.
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Posted by a parent on 09/22/08
I have had a student at Nativity for over 3 years now and was initially disappointed with the previous principal and some of the staff but with the new principal and new additions to the teaching staff I see great strides being made in the overall academic performance of all the students and the classes.
... Read more The principal has high expectations for both teachers and students in regards to faith, morality, learning, and commumity obligation! There have been many great changes thus far. This is not a rich parish and will not be 'extravagant' in it's surface but when you look to the quality of the education, the commitment of the current parental community and the 'family feeling' that is within the walls of the school and the sports programs, you will find that there a true benefits to becoming a part of the Nativity Family! PreK is now #1on my list! Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/17/08
I have recently experienced their PreSchool and the teacher is terrific! The confidence that the teacher built in my child was a blessing! I feel confident that he will be ready for full day Kindergarten. The school appears to be in a 'rebuilding' phase and adding more positive and updated facilities
... Read more and equipment. The new principal, seems very committed to the students and the staff and seems to be generating a positive atmosphere for anyone involved. There are currently no identified 'gifted' programs but from what I have discussed with the teachers I am associated with, they provide extra work and small group study with students in their classes to challenge any students who are working above the wrtitten work guidelines. On the other extreme, I have also had experience with the Nativity Resource Teacher and my child excellerated with her help to where he needed to be! Read less
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Indianapolis schools — Nativity School is located at 3310 S Meadow Dr, Indianapolis IN 46239. 3310 S Meadow Dr is in the 46239 ZIP code in Indianapolis, IN The school district for Nativity School is the Archdiocese Of Indianapolis Education. Nativity School is a Catholic school that serves grade levels PK - 8.
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