St Mary's Catholic School

Burrell has the most dedicated teachers in the whole world!!!

Hands on Montessori changed my child's perspective on learning entirely. The school completely reignited a love for learning that I feared had been permanently damaged in her first years in the traditional school system. I had my concerns transitioning my 3rd grader from a traditional school setting to the Montessori method. Those nerves were quickly settled by the supportive staff at HOMS. They answered every question, and held a nervous parents hand, while helping my child take the skills she learned from her previous school and apply them to the Montessori materials. They observed her, and discovered her strengths and helped build her confidence and excitement about what she is learning. They have helped teach her how to find her voice and advocate for what she needs, whether it be in a social setting or educational. She went from a child, who in previous years, didn't want to attend school, complaining of stomach and head aches, to a kid who would enthusiastically wake up ready to go. Her excitement for learning even went to the extent that she asked me pull over one day after school pickup because she couldn't wait to show me something new she had learned in Math. I cannot say enough good things about this school and the staff. They know each and every family and really see your child for who they are, and support them with such love and kindness day in and day out. It has been a lifechanging experience for my daughter.

My son has been a student in this school system since prek. He's in 11th grade this year and living the dual enrollment. He did struggle last year and was on the verge of failing but the entire staff didn't stop until he passed the year. They are all beyond supportive of his success and always willing to help. The communication is on point and I love that my son is being taught moral foundations. We are very grateful for this school and everything they offer