I am a former student who did not fit some of the stereotypes mentioned. I entered in ninth grade, stood out a bit socio-economically, and I was awkward in some ways (as are many teenage girls). However, I thrived at St. Catherine's and was never afraid to give my opinion. I was part of student leadership
... Read more and went up against parents, other student leaders, and teachers more than once. Although sometimes controversial, my opinions were valued and encouraged. I think the comment posted on Jan. 13 makes a great point about it being a tough place to thrive if you get caught up in certain aspects of the school. However, my family's attitude was also to take advantage of a great education, and it was a wonderful experience. What is the Eleanor Roosevelt quote? 'No one can make you feel inferior without your consent.' Read less
Posted by a other on 04/16/09
My daughter is currently a 5th grader at St. Catherine's and has attended since JK. Despite the fact that we are a minority family, my daughter has thrived at this school for seven years. Although she is not the 'typical' student attending St. Catherine's, she has had nothing but positive experiences
... Read more there. Yes STC is an old-fashion private school but I have to disagree with the poster who stated the girls were 'judged' more on neatness, family lineage,and politeness. STC in my experience has never judged its students. It can be a very tough place to thrive in if you get caught up in the fact that most of the students come from wealthy families. But if you as a family, attend STC to get the best education available in Richmond, your daughter will enjoy her experience. My son also attends St. Christopher's and is a 2nd grader, he loves it!!! Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/13/09
I am sad to see that some parents have a few negative things to say about St.C. I too am a former student and I went to St.C for over ten years. I am can assure you I am not a typical blonde popular southern girl. Typically young girls will have tough times while struggling to find themselves, especially
... Read more in middle school. Some of the things that helped me through those hard times were my friends from school and faculty members that supported me tremendously. St.C prepared me very well for the real world. I went to a good, highly rated private college where I was clearly equipped way beyond my peers. I still today have St. C to thank for my best friends, and the best education a girl can receive. St. C encourages young women to feel empowered and be inspired. They offer more than just an excellent education. Read less
Posted by a student on 11/20/08
It is a very old-fashioned traditional school where girls are judged more on their neatness , family lineage,and politeness, and less on their achievement. We are very disappointed. It may have been a better experience if we had started in JK. Academically, I can't see how it is any better than Hanover,Henrico
... Read more or Chesterfield public schools. It is probably better than Richmond city public schools. -- A Parent Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/07/08
My daughter is a first grader at St. Catherine's and after attending an exceptional private school in Chicago. Our St. Catherine's experience has exceeded our expectations. The teachers, children, and parents are terrific. We were not familiar with same-sex only education before St. C's but now I think
... Read more it's the greatest idea since sliced bread. The girls are confident and not afraid to speak up and participate. There's a wonderful sense of community. Unfortunately we will be moving out of state now. I wish that my daughter could continue at St. C's. We will miss this wonderful school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/23/08
I'm sorry 'May 8, 2007' had a negative experience, but I respectfully disagree. I attended 13 years at St. Catherine's and graduated with an exceptional education. Allow me to address the social concerns parents may have when considering any private school. I didn't fit in to 'May 8th's' stereotypical
... Read more description, but I served as the head of the Honor Council, and was well liked and respected by students and teachers. I wasn't 'Most Popular', but self-esteem should be based on an internal sense of self-worth rather than measured or swayed by external judgements or popularity. Some leadership positions are essentially popularity contests. This is true in private school, public school, business, religion and politics! Prioritize education and trust that, socially, your child will be the person you raised her to be. 'Teach us to look, in all our ends, on Thee for judge and not our friends.' St. Catherine's School Hymn Read less
Posted by a former student on 10/21/07
Unfortunately L'Leadership' applys only to blonde, blue-eyed students, with the Stepford Student stare. To achieve in this school one cannot express a different opinion than that of the school's leadership. My daughter enjoyed and thrived K-5, but 6-8 were simply awful. We ppulled her out before she
... Read more suffered permanent self-esteem issues. Therapy has helped to resolve them as well. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/08/07
This is the best all girl K-12 school in the region. It allows girls to be in all leadership positions, yet in upper school (high school) there is some integration with St. Christopher's boy's school. This is a demanding school with support from families with strong educational values and a positive
... Read more sense of themselves and their daughters. The education stands up well in college. Read less
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