Disappointed so far, yes the school offers ballroom dancing, drama and other extra curricular activities. These should in no way replace the major subject. I m new this year, but so far the school is behind on every subject. Does not offer any advance classes like other catholic middle school are offering
... Read more to their students. They offer nothing to challenge the kids, no Integrated Algebra, no 8 grade regent program to look forward too. They spend more time on the extra activities. Math for example should be seen everyday and it is not, science despite their great lab is behind. So far I m very disappointed. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/12/09
This school maintains such a family atmosphere with friendly staff from the principal down to the secretaries. When all other school's enrollment dropped, ours has increased! We offer the latest technology in the form of a new fully stocked science lab, interactive smartboards, new media center complete
... Read more with a computer lab, as well as computers in every classroom. Though they may not have core subjects every day, they have double classes of core subjects on the days they do have them. Not only have they met NY State guidlines, but have excelled and exceeded standardized testing in those areas. In addition, dance, violin, guitar and keyboard are part of the curriculum. Early Childhood kids are taught Italian and older kids are taught Spanish. There are wonderful enrichment clubs after school, also competitive and non-competitive sports programs. Before/After care avail., homework, books and grades on-line. Catholic School, not what you think! Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/26/09
This school has seen a decline in the level of instruction which is very weak; the students are not given a strong academic environment especially through the material being offered to them on a daily basis. Core subject are offered only 3 times a week as such the NY State curriculum is not even routinely
... Read more followed in most of the subjects! Suffice to say this school is not focus on preparing the students secondary education. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/30/09
Our Lady of Lourdes School is a school of academic excellence. The teachers are truly wonderful and genuinely care about all of their students. It is a very warm environment, with activities and programs which make it stand out among other elementary and middle schools, public as well as private. In
... Read more addition to its excellent academic instruction, OLL offers Fine Arts Instruction, Drama, Ballroom Dancing, Academic Enrichment Programs, an array of Sports Programs, Musical Instrument Instruction, and so much more. It is also a Middle States Accredited School, and the teachers are certified. Come and see what makes our school so special! Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/15/09
This school i the best school on long island. There are so many after school programs and the school is really ice. The faculty ad staff are really nice people.
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Posted by a student on 05/16/09
When is the last time you checked the school website for activities? There are numerous things for students to due after hours, sports, dance, chess, drama, a variety of cultural art activities, including guitar, violin, band and an array of academic based enrichment.
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Posted by a teacher on 03/01/09
My daugher attended Pre-K there in 2007, she attended 3 days a week for 3 hours a day. She is a special needs child. The faculty there are very caring, from the teachers to the nurse. My daughter is pretty sensitive and will normally complain about the smallest things, she always had the best things
... Read more to say about her teachers there. It's a loving school and a nurturing environment. My daugher is now 4 years old and wanted to go again, she is now going for 5 half days and again loves it. Kudos to everyone there, especially the caring teachers. Give them a raise! :) Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/16/08
OLL is a wonderful school not only academically but also it teaches the children about moral values. The administration is top notch, and they are an accredited school. I would never send my child anywhere else because she is so happy and is doing so well in school.
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Posted by a parent on 12/11/07
Parental involvement and a family environment is not only welcome at OLL, but fostered. OLL has a new 'state of the art' science lab in development, an outstanding early childhood program and an upper level 'Academy of Arts & Science'. This enrichment program is unique to Our Lady of Lourdes. One
... Read more aspect involves the students working with a medical school student on an original science project. OLL also participates in the Catholic Middle School Sports program. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/23/07
I am a parent and have a child enrolled at Our Lady of Lourdes. It is a great school academically with a family-like quality, and the faculty is wonderful. I love this school.
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West Islip schools — Our Lady Of Lourdes School is located at 44 Toomey Rd, West Islip NY 11795. 44 Toomey Rd is in the 11795 ZIP code in West Islip, NY The school district for Our Lady Of Lourdes School is the Diocese Rockville Centre Education Off. Our Lady Of Lourdes School is a Catholic school that serves grade levels PK - 8.
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