Research St Theresa of Avila School private Schools in Boston, Massachusetts

“I have had all three of my children attend St T's. I am very happy with my choice. It is a wonderful school that is nurturing and caring. I have a son who suffers migraines and from the Principal Mrs. Gibbons to the nurses to the woman in the front office could not have been nicer and more caring. My son is moving on to an exam school this year and I feel a loss for him as well as myself. My older son has gotten into an exam school and doing well, in my opinion because of St.T's and the wonderful teachers and staff. My daughter will be the last one left there and I would never choice a different school for my family. This school was the foundation for the success that I hope they will have one day. I have nothing but praise for this school.”

“My 2 daughters went to St. T's. I really liked the lower grades, great teachers and very nuturing. The upper grades (4 and above), I thought just taught to the average student. They just couldn't teach to the advanced children...not because they didn't know how...the classes are just too large. I pulled my girls out because of this. If I am paying tution I think they should be able to teach to everyone. I really enjoyed the school but it does need some updating.”

“St. Theresa school has many improvements to make. I would not choose it for my child. The K2 classes are way too big. The average is 25-30 children with no aide. The K1 also has way too many kids. Many of the upper grade teachers really need to retire. They have no idea of modern day teaching. The principal is out of control. She has no Vice-Principal. She basically says one thing and does the other. The pta is non -existant. The group has no order. They say they do this to have eveyone involved. This is untrue.”

“I have a son at St T's and he has been there for 4 years. We are extremely happy with St T's. We have many teachers that have been at the school for 8+ years and several teachers that are alumni. We have teachers whose children went here and grandchildren of teachers as well. This year we added a new Science Lab and Media room that all grades have access to. We have a library with over 15,000 books. We have a full cafeteria with hot lunch every day. We have an Art and Music program. We have a wonderful Early Childhood Program, KI program, and KII program as well. We have a state of the art Computer Lab with all new Dell computers. We also have a Title One program to assist those who need help in Math and Reading. Come see for yourselves. We ARE your neighborhood Catholic School.”

“I am a parent and all three of my children attend at one time attended the school. My oldest son has gotten into his choice of school that we wanted and too the Boston Exam schools test and did very well. I love St T's for its academic structure and the wonderful teacher and parent relationships. It is a small school with a big rewards. I would recommend anyone to place their child there. I still have 2 children there and would not dream of them in any other school. The principal is Mrs. Gibbons is wonderful.”

“We are very happy we chose St. Theresa School. It is a safe and nurturing environment . The teachers are extremely dedicated and always helpful to EVERY student regardless of academic level. There are many planned family activities throughout the year. St. Theresa's is not only a school but a community.”

“We are very happy with St Thersa school. It has been a strong part of the community for many years. My brothers,sister and I all graduated from there. I am happy to send my children there. They are being provided with the strong academic foundation they need to succeed. They are also being taught the imortance of being well rounded by being involved in the numerous after school activities such as choir and drama. The school also emphasizes the importance of charity helping out local charities in many ways. We feel strongly we made the right decision when we chose St Theresa School.”

“Regarding academics this school does very well with students who are at grade level. If your child performs below level there are a few patient, understanding teachers. There is not much of a lunch menu variety, no spring uniform, no 1/2 day preschool, and most importantly no aides in k-1. Aides would help with those students who need a bit of extra help.”

“In terms of the academics, they do well with the lower grades. There is a safe environment and various activities throughout the year. However, there is a close knit and controlled PTA. Many parents have said they do not feel welcomed. New ideas and new voices keep things vibrant. The school can and should work on this.”

“This is a great school. My son has been going to this school for 5 years and he has had a great time. They are very nice at the school, the teachers are great and they are always trying hard to teach the kids what they need to know.”

“I was so thrilled when I received the call that my daughter was accepted to St. Theresa School. She began her education there in K-2. Since then I have watched her learn and grow into the young lady I want her to be. She has had such wonderful, caring teachers throughout each grade at St. T's and I have been only thrilled with the education that she receives. She has excelled in her subjects and enjoys the more challenging ones. St. Theresa's has definitely given my daughter the skills she needs to be a great student and hopefully a great leader someday. Yes, the school goes through changes, but change is always good and St. T's knows how to grow with the increasing class sizes and times. Thank you so much for providing a safe, nurturing, spiritual and educational environment for my daughter.”

“In perusing your site I would like to comment. As a parent and educator my husband and I chose St. Theresa School for our family. This school has a strong Catholic identity. It reinforces the values that our family practices. My children have received an excellent education at St. Theresa School. Character development and academic achievement has provided them with the best options for further education. In their pursuit of higher education they have been provided with choices for and are achieving success. Our family credits the strong academics, caring faculty and all connected with St. Theresa School for our children's success.”

“I have been involved at St Theresa's of Avila School since my daughter was in K1, she now is in 3rd grade & my second child will be starting K1 this fall. We could not be happier! St Theresa's is a wonderful school in every respect. The teachers are warm & caring & love what they do. The class curriculum is challenging. They offer gym, art, Spanish, music and computer. The PTA arrange wonderful, successful events for the children & families. My daughter is an A student & loves going to school every day! We do not live in the greater Boston area, I choose to attend St Theresa's school! It is the children, faculty and families that make St Theresa's such a wonderful place! I would highly recommend St Theresa's to anyone who is interested in Catholic School. The Kearney Family”

“This is a quality school. Both of my children did very well at St. Theresa School. They were able to choose the schools of their choice and in later life they were very successful.”

“We have 2 children who attend St.Theresa School. We could not be happier with our decision to send our children to this school. The kids are getting exactly what they need and in a very loving and nurturing enviroment.”

“Over the past 2 years I have seen a regrettable decline in quality here at St. Theresa of Avila School. Some of the finest teachers have left, a new principal, the firing of the vice principal, rumors of conflict, etc. This does not instill confidence from a parent's point of view. Also, math and science are very very weak in grades 5 and up. My child has a B average in math and his tutor informs me that he is sorely lacking in the skills one would hope to find in a student of this grade (5). The Spanish course is horrendous. In a years time the students have mastered the alphabet and a scant few vocabulary words. The music teacher was excellent...but he left. Drama? Sure, but I don't know if theatre will be offered this year.”

“In my experience, St.Theresa's has maintained a consistent quality of education, despite staff upheavel. The school is very 'traditional' because it expects all sudents to be respectful and to work as part of a community. There are no 'excuses' made for inappropriate behavior. Student learn that true learning comes form doing your best and in taking responsibility for your own actions.”

“St Theresa's School embodies all that is rigid and and archaic in Catholic Education. Despite some fine teachers in the early grades, the administration past and especially present set a tone of indifference and intollerance to individual differences. Teaching style favors lecture and rote memorization and curriculum material seem dated. Conformity is valued above all other student attributes. Class sizes are large and no attempt is made to differentiate instruction. My child excelled easily but those who struggled were left frustrated and failing. Older teachers on staff do not seem to have any knowledge of current educational practice. Additionally classroom management is often of a cruel and shaming nature, and its debilitating results are blamed on children. This school is the worst kind of anachronism and gave me serious cause to reconsider Catholic Education all together. There are much better choices for private Catholic Elementary schools in Metropolitan Boston.”

“The Teachers care about every student and there is strong parent involement. I would definately recommend this school.”