Glenolden School

5 stars! My three girls have all started their schooling here, from 1994 to 2010. The same excellent, caring, certified teachers taught all three of my daughters, which says a lot about a school community. Treat teachers well and you keep quality teachers. Turnover is only in the late day program. The theme of the school is speaking publicly; every day each child reports to classmates what individual Montessori work they did. The plays are amazing, and child focused, achieving the goal of increasing self-esteem through accomplishment. Monthly "I can" assemblies highlight several children's accomplishments in front of their peers. I would not change anything at this school and I have been a teacher so have a critical eye. My 2 eldest are now independent learners, self confident and self-motivated high achievers. Eternal thanks to the dedication and skill of Connie DiRenzo and all her excellent staff.

Saint Gabriel Parish School is an excellent school situated in a great neighborhood. My 3 oldest children are in kindergarten, first and second grade there. The teachers and staff are great and the academics are challenging. The school feels like family with small class sizes and they encourage parental involvement. Many classrooms have smart boards, they participate in the First in Math program, there are various sports to join, etc.. The students themselves are great kids, very respectful and helpful. I highly recommend sending your children to this school.