Rose Hamilton Elementary School

Seton provides everything a student needs for the present and future. They have old fashion values that are missing in public schools. The teachers, staff, and administration are truly dedicated to seeing that students are well rounded. The principals are involved and aren't swayed by politics or sports activities. Every student is important and valuable. Families are involved and cared about the community. Seton totally rocks!

The new administrator of this school fails to enforce school policies. She places teachers and children at risk by not providing a peaceful educational environment by the immediate removal of children with violent tendencies and mental disorders who disrupt the class and threaten violence on attendees and staff. Failure to support its teachers and children should be grounds for immediate removal and loss of all state funding. This school needs to change its course immediately and be managed by a professional who knows something about leadership.

Watching my daughter grow into herself at Richmond Friends School has been one of the greatest joys of these past years. From the very beginning, I could feel that this school was something special, rooted in values, intention, and genuine care. What I didn’t fully anticipate was just how much she would blossom here.Richmond Friends School offers more than academics; it offers a community. The teachers know my daughter as a whole person (her strengths, her quirks, her passions) and they meet her exactly where she is. They nurture her curiosity and independence while giving her the space and support to discover who she is becoming. The Quaker values woven into everyday learning (respect, simplicity, peace, integrity, community) aren’t just words on a wall. They show up in how students treat one another, in the calm confidence the teachers model, and in the thoughtful ways decisions are made.What I love most is the heart of the school. My daughter feels safe, seen, and celebrated. She has developed not only strong academic skills but also empathy, resilience, and a sense of belonging. The environment encourages her to ask questions, express herself, and care deeply about her world. It’s exactly the kind of foundation I hoped she would have.Richmond Friends School has been a gift to our family. I’m endlessly grateful for the teachers and staff who pour so much love and intention into their work. If you’re looking for a place where your child can truly flourish (not only as a student but as a human being) this school is a rare and beautiful find.