It's also our first year at GSA and we are highly satisfied. We chose private, Catholic school, not only because of the academics but, the values and discipline the institution instills on the students. Teachers are phenomenal and the parents are amazing. Everyone works for the common good of the
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Posted by a parent on 06/13/09
This was our first year at GSA and we've seen first hand what a wonderful school this is. Our son graduates Kindergarten in June and we couldn't be happier with his progress. The tuition for a parisioner is far less that I expected. Please give a second look if your frightened by private school costs
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Posted by a parent on 04/23/09
GSA is a wonderful school. The teachers are caring and friendly, but also run a tight ship. Extracurricular activities for the younger childern are non existent, but all in all I am extremely happy with GSA.
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Posted by a parent on 09/18/07
disagree with the below poster, kids just participated in a 'suprise' end of year carnival and had a blast! Don't know of many elementary schools, public or private that have a drama club. No the school does not have an honor system but the marks speak for themselves and are univerally recognized by
... Read more potential private high schools. The valedictorian on Belleville High 2007 is a former GSA grad. Sports program is above average. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/01/07
there is a few sports activities, no music or drama club, fieldtrips is next to nothing. the children are not motivated because there is no honor system. children participation is very few.
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Posted by a parent on 01/24/07
Their academic program is good. I appreciate the spiritual/religious aspect as well. I am disappointed that noncatholic children are not made to feel inclusive. The extracurricular programs are fair. I applaud the participation of parents.
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I agree with everything the previous poster wrote. On a personal note, we have had a good experience with the school thus far. It's the end of school year now and I am hoping the rumor mill with come to an end. The school is NOT closing, we have over 300 students, nor is it flagged or targeted by the
... Read more Diocese as a potential to close. The parents I have met over the years have been amazing. Many of them have truly chosen the school for a Catholic education over the 'we don't like the public schools' answer. I would recommend GSA to anyone that asks, good things are going to come for our school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/19/05
I currently have two children at GSA. Both are doing very well due to the exceptional teachers. My seventh grader is going tenth grade geometry. I find the biggest problem with the school is the rumors started by uninformed parents. Some teachers also make remarks that should not be said when children
... Read more are present. We decided as parents that a Catholic education was important yet we don't always think before we speak. It is our responsiblity to stop both parents and teachers from continuing unfounded rumors. The school is not closing. The principal is trying to increase enrollment and trying to save money. Both activities are necessary in order to stay competitive. Each parent should ask themself how much did my real estate taxes go up this year? It is the board of education that demands these increases. Tuition increases of $10. per week is not unreasonable. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/16/05
GSA is a great school with a more than helpful and happy environment. Having attended this school for nine years, and having been President of the 2003 Student Council I can honestly say Good Shepherd has developed me into a disciplined, young lady. The staff is very considerate and the faculty is,
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Nutley schools — Good Shepherd Academy is located at 24 Brookline Ave, Nutley NJ 07110. 24 Brookline Ave is in the 07110 ZIP code in Nutley, NJ The school district for Good Shepherd Academy is the Archdiocese Of Newark Education Off. Good Shepherd Academy is a Catholic school that serves grade levels K - 8.
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