Archbishop Borders School

3500 Foster Avenue

Baltimore, MD 21224

16 Reviews

School District
Grade

PK-8
Type

private

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on July 12, 2020

9 out of 10, The school has been great for my two children! I know they are safe and receiving a well rounded education while I work during the school days.
Submitted by parent on January 17, 2020

This has been the most wonderful learning environment for our daughter for the past two years and we look forward to remaining a ABBS family for years to come.
Submitted by parent on December 15, 2019

The most Horrible and traumatic experience for my children !!!!!!!!
Submitted by parent on November 22, 2019

We have one hyper active Pre-K 4 year old who had a rough start in foster care. The teachers and administration have been more than patient and helpful with his behaviors. He has come so far in the past 5 months. Writing all of his letter and recognizing small words in both Spanish and English. We appreciate Archbishop Boarders for everything.
Submitted by other on May 14, 2019

It was horrible- I went to this school and it was one of the worst schools I've been too. There were only two teachers I actually really liked. Other than that it was bad and I was bullied and no one did anything about it
Submitted by parent on March 18, 2017

This school offers a fantastic dual-language program, preparing children for a multi-cultural society. Teachers are caring and the principal is always looking for ways to improve the program. They offer opportunities to attend many events throughout the year.
Submitted by parent on January 26, 2017

This is a special school. The teachers and assistant teachers are dedicated and create a positive environment for the kids. Additionally, the aftercare director is wonderful and clearly cares so much about each child. At home, my daughter talks about school and what they are learning about, and I love seeing her enjoy learning so much. Last but not least, the school is not just a building, its a community where parents and teachers work together to help our kids thrive.
Submitted by parent on December 20, 2016

The children bully other children, my child comes home from school crying many days and tells me. I feel that most times when addressing Principal Freeman she tries to fix the situation, but mostly it is false promises and nothing actually gets resolved.
Submitted by parent on May 19, 2015

I have two children in this school, and this is their third year there. This is the only bilingual school in the area, and it fits our needs. The teachers are experienced and dedicated. The school is still growing so there are a few things that I'd like to see in the near future, like a music program and a playground (both are in the works) but I like the fact that it is still small enough that all the children know each other. It feels like family and the diversity component is a valuable element to expose my children to. They are happy at ABB school and I hope I can keep them there for the years to come. By the way, it's one of the most affordable private schools in Baltimore, and a bargain when you take into account that the children are receiving a bilingual education. My children read and write in both English and Spanish with no problem. And I speak Spanish to them all the time, so I'm confident that they will be strong bilingual professionals. Thank you ABB School!
Submitted by parent on April 23, 2015

At ArchBishop Borders, during the initial parent teacher visits prior to the beginning of the first semester, the parents had an opportunity to review the curriculum with the teachers. I was pleased with the ample opportunities to gain insight from the teachers and how approachable they were from the onset. I did however have concerns about the curriculum not being challenging enough for Pre K-4 as my daughter had already, at that point been reading more complex material then they would experience during the school year. However, the added challenge of another language curbed my initial concerns. The teachers throughout the year have remained the most important part of the equation for me. They assisted me through understanding the schedule, homework assignments, identifying behavioral concerns and much more. Some of the teachers also utilize class dojo to provide the parents with additional information and insight to their children's behavior while at school a welcome addition. The teachers are usually available for a 15 minutes after dismissal to answer quick questions and scheduling a conference or visit isn't difficult.
Submitted by parent on April 23, 2015

Archbishop Borders is an excellent choice for parents interested in a co-ed, dual-language, Catholic, community school. My son is in his second year of the five-day, full-day preschool. Three logistical advantages are that we could start him at three years of age, there is an aftercare program available, and this is one of the most affordable private schools in Baltimore City. From an academic standpoint, the curriculum is well-balanced, spiritual, active, and culturally inspiring. His teachers are nurturing, patient, involved, and structured. In addition, the school facilities are an ideal scale and setting for religious, academic, and multicultural growth. Most importantly, my wife and I could not be more pleased with our son's development in both the English and Spanish language. Lastly, the school's community is diverse, respectful, and engaged. Overall, my wife and I have are extremely satisfied with our son's growth at Borders and confident this is the right school for our family.
Submitted by parent on March 24, 2015

Our daughter is currently in the Pre-K 4 (4 years old) program and we could not be happier. With the help of my wife at home our daughter has become an avid speaker of Spanish in only one school year, so much so that our in-laws visiting from South America were able to communicate with her without translation. We will be back next year for sure.
Submitted by parent on March 17, 2015

This is a fantastic school option for anyone seeking a multicultural, multilingual learning environment for their children! This is Baltimore City's first and only dual-immersion, Spanish-English language school. My daughter is in the pre-K class, a full-day program where Spanish is the instructional language full-day in all subjects at least 10 days per month. I am very pleased with the curriculum, teachers and Principal. Another great feature of the school is the pre-K 3 program for parents with children that are 3 years old. The Parent Teacher committee is evolving into a solid organization with committed fundraisers, idea generators, strategic planning expertise, special event planners, and parents experienced with logistics as well. We highly recommend Archbishop Borders for any family living in Harford County, Anne Arundel or Baltimore County, as well as the City.
Submitted by parent on February 27, 2015

Great imersion school, bilingual Englis, Spanish! Great teachers, very diverse population, wonderful parents! Love the school!
Submitted by other on January 30, 2015

This is a incredible private school. I graduated from here and I had the best elementary and middle school years. I am so happy that I attended this school. The faculty staff members care about nurturing the students with care and helping them to strive for excellence. -Paul Zheng, graduate and class of 2014
Submitted by parent on April 10, 2014

Our oldest daughter started pre-k 4 there in 2012-2013 with zero spanish experience and now as she finishes kindergarten she is speaking exclusively in Spanish on Spanish days. The unique mix of students (some are English-primary speakers while others are spanish-primary) has really accelerated her learning. Plus, having the challenge of learning a second language has helped her remain focused and engaged at school as she does not get bored. The principal is very accessible and open to feedback from parents and the staff is very caring and dedicated. We get along great with the other parents and there really is a sense of community. Our other daughter will be starting pre-k 3 in the fall for 2014-2015. While the school is currently without some important components, such as a playground, modern cafeteria, and sports teams they are in the middle of a massive renovation and are expected to have those things by 2015. Lastly although it is a private school it is very diverse, both ethnically and socioeconomically and the tuition for those of us who pay it is less than half what you would expect to pay at a typical private school.