If you want your children to grown up and not be exposed to anyone from a different culture, or an opposing point of view, then you will be quite happy with this school. The 'unhappy few' have come to their conclusions based upon their experiences with this school. Their are some of us who, heaven
... Read more forbid, believe that free thought, and exposure to those different from ourselves is a good thing! For those of you who wish to remain in this constrictive environment, congratulations, you've raised another generation of narrowed-minded people just like yourselves. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/12/08
Our family has been at St. Mary's for everal years and I can't imagine being anywhere else. The teachers are extremely dedicated and the shcool feels like family to us- from the janitor to the cafeteria ladies. The education they are receiving is spectacular- they go above and beyond to ensure that
... Read more all children get what they need. The proof is in the outcome- we have many outgoing 8th graders being excepted & recruited to very prestigious high schools. Wherever you go there will be unhappy people- usually as a result from unrealistic expectations for their children. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/11/08
My wife and I have daughters in 2nd and 6th grade at St. Mary's and look forward to sending our son to kindergarten there a little over a year from now. Both girls have made excellent progress academically and get daily religious education and moral guidance to supplement what they get at home. The school
... Read more survives and flourishes to a large extent based on the dedication of the teachers and the many parents who contribute their time because they see value in a Catholic Education for thier children. St. Mary's may not have the facilities to match the public schools referenced by some other reviewers, but educating children and building character is about more than books and mortar. My decision to choose St. Mary's over the local public school gets validated every morning when I drive past the bus stand. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/12/08
Saint Mary's is a school for the avergae child, not the gifted and not the Learning disabled. The staff has changes every year- now there are newbies and oldies, we need some middle agers with prior teaching to liven things up. AS with all schools and organizations, there are clicks, but don't blame
... Read more the child- hold the parent responsible. One major problem with the school is that there are no consequences when a child is being a bully or 'bad', if the school would impliment the behavior code, and remove the disruptive children, enrollment would increase. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/09/08
I also agree this is a fine school. I think no matter where you go you will find someone who is not happy. For our family this school has been a positive experience and my kids are doing very well there.
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Posted by a parent on 04/01/08
St. Mary School is a fine school and is worth the money. Sorry to hear a select few were not happy, but that happens everywhere. I have been involved with the school since 1996 , all of my children have attended(and some still do), and I feel it is a great fit for our family. I know many, many people
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Posted by a parent on 03/17/08
Don't waste your time or your money. I will have to agree with the other posters; they will bring your child down in every way. It's conform, or else! There is TOO much involvement from a select group of parents, for whom, predictably, their kids are praised and can do no wrong. Removing my kids
... Read more from that environment was the best thing I could have done for their education. The local public schools (Perk Valley) are first rate. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/26/07
For your sake and the sake of your child and wallet send them elsewhere. Youll be glad you did.
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Posted by a parent on 04/03/07
This is a horrible school! My child was a student in this school for 7 years, and it was a waste of his time being in that school. That school trys to make all of their children level and all the same. My child was a gifted child and they brought him down in every way. St. Mary School has major problems
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Posted by a parent on 08/19/04
St Marys was the best decision that we made for our son. Not only does the school emphasize a catholic education but the teachers and aides instill respect in each student that migrates out into every day occurrances. We have seen that improvement in my sons day to day actions and mannerisms.
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Schwenksville schools — St Mary School is located at 40 Spring Mt Rd, Schwenksville PA 19473. 40 Spring Mt Rd is in the 19473 ZIP code in Schwenksville, PA The school district for St Mary School is the Archdiocese Of Phil Education Office. St Mary School is a Catholic school that serves grade levels K - 8.
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