Edmund A. Burns Elementary School

Hursey has an extremely strong primary program. Parents all over the county choose this school because of its rigorous Montessori program. Teachers are compassionate, caring, and invested in the success of their students.

My experience at this school was amazing. I know it doesn't sound reliable coming from a student, but I made many great memories here. The teachers were amazing at what they did and I couldn't have asked for a better education. Thank you Garrett Academy for teaching me everything I need to know to survive life.

I use to go to this school and i loved it i had fun while learning about god and getting my education and i had my auntie as a teacher. They treat their students fair i went there for k2-k5 and my sister goes there now they check of their students if there sick and they keep their students safe.

My children love this school! As a parent I have 100% peace of mind when I send my kids. There is always a warm welcome when they walk in the door, even if it's early and are not in the best mood. They have a very organized system/ schedule so the students know right where they need to put their things and what they need to do to start their day. All the teachers are great with rewarding and praise for making good choices. They are also patient when they are not making the best choices. Parent communication is amazing, with a communication log in their homework folder, communicationis easy. From classroom newsletters to student planers as well as social media post, I always know what's going on at the school, in their class, and what for homework. Only 12 students assigned in each room,, I know my kids get lots of 1:1 attention. They have many accommodation for special needs students, and really strive to teach the students with many different styles. As my daughter put it best " They teach me how I can and want to learn" The administration is amazing ! Have questions or concerns, it's easy to schedule a 1:1, or a group meeting. The principal shows her heart for God, each student, the school and the community everyday! (when Covid hit, she drove around and visited every family she could, just to let the kids see a friendly face that was not on screen. When she called to schedule her visit, the first thing she did was ask how we are and if there was anything she could do to help out with virtual learning or if our family needed any other help!) SJCS is a community all on it's own. They do activities to support their community, as well as missions overseas. The principal is always creating new after school activities to get the students more involved, as well as finding funding so it's not a burden on the families. Their Lego robotics team has so much fun, they don't even know they are learning. Also the" First Tee " golf program is fantastic!! This is a tiny school that has it all!

10/10 this school cares for their students teachers care