my son has been in this school since pre-k and even dispite his reading disability, he still loves school. they have gone above and beyond what they as a private school has to for my son and i feel confident in keeping him there despite the words i hear from public teacher friends ('he'll get more help
... Read more in a public school')... maybe he'll get a little more help but there are many other great qualities about this school that i wouldn't be willing to trade for the world. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/23/09
This school is awesome! All of the teachers care about your future and encourage you to do your best and to go to college. I feel very safe at this school and have great friends. I would suggest starting your child here at an early age, because most people in this school have been together from a very
... Read more young age. I reccomend this school for anyone! Read less
Posted by a student on 04/13/09
This school was the best fit for my child. It has given her the time and patience she need to learn. They gave her a solid foundation in the basics. They take the time to listen to them. They have an after school program along with a Day Care that is right next to the school. They will communicate many
... Read more different ways if needed... computer, Family envelope or by phone to accommodate the parents. I have never wait more a day to know about my child. The sense of morality and respect are missing today in some school but not here. They make them accountable for there actions and encourage the right ones. Please put this school on your list to see. It could be a good fit for you and your child. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/10/09
Both of my daughters go there and absolutely love it. From a parent's point of view, they are wonderful. Excellent communication between parents and teachers. The teachers are very communicative and keep the parents involved. There is no other school, I'd want my girls to attend. I will cry when
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Posted by a parent on 11/12/08
My son goes to this school and loves it. I have had nothing but good experiences with St. Francis and the staff there. I would recommend this school to anyone. The teachers at St. Francis genuinely care about each of their students. I have had bad experiences with other schools in the area and Iam very
... Read more glad that I came across this one. My son will stay at St. Fancis because it is a great school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/09/08
As a parent of a new pre-school student at St. Francis of Assisi, I am very pleased with the school. My child cannot wait to go to school each day, and loves her teachers. She has learned so many new things in such a short period of time. Everyday is a new learning experience for her. I hear all about
... Read more it on the way home. I highly recommend St. Francis of Assisi School for its academic, social and religious education. Richelle Casner, Parent Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/07/08
As a former student at St Francis and now a parent with 2 children in the school, I am very pleased with the education of my children. Teachers are enthusiastic,improvements are always being made and the students are happy to attend SFA. While my youngest child has some learning problems, she gets all
... Read more the attention and extra help that she needs to succeed. As for HONORS, this is an goal that students try to achieve. Diocesan rules state that child must obtain 85% in ALL major subjects for Second Honors. I have attended Awards Assemblies and both the principal and pastor ALWAYS congratulate not only those who achieve honors but all student s for trying to do their best . Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/07/08
My child has attended SFA since pre-K and my entire family has been pleased and proud.My son has received an excellent and caring education but more importantly he has learned values that will remain with him for a lifetime Sfa is a community school and all the families and teachers come together on
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Posted by a parent on 10/07/08
St. Francis is a great school. Both my children love going to school every day,love their teachers and are getting a great academic and religious education. I also feel my children are in a safe learning environment. The principal's top priority are the children and their safety. I also like the parent-teacher
... Read more communication. The teachers work with the parents throughout the year. The teachers at St. Francis make each child feel special and important. Socially my children have made great friends and have participated in the many activities that St. Francis offers. I highly recommend St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/06/08
I have very little good to say about this school. The principal doesn't lead, doesn't listen, doesn't respond. My daughter had a 89 average in the second trimester, and a 92 in the third, but because she had ONE grade below 85 (an 82 in Math in the 3rd trimester, an 80 in social studies in the second)
... Read more she was denied honors. We took our son out because they were unable to provide him with the help he needed in math and we've taken our daughters out now. If you want a quality Catholic education for your children, don't look here. Read less
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Norristown schools — St Francis Of Assisi School is located at 601 Buttonwood St, Norristown PA 19401. 601 Buttonwood St is in the 19401 ZIP code in Norristown, PA The school district for St Francis Of Assisi School is the Archdiocese Of Phil Education Office. St Francis Of Assisi School is a Catholic school that serves grade levels PK - 8.
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