All Saints Catholic School

PO BOX 1749

Bangor, ME 04402

14 Reviews

School District
Grade

PK-8
Type

private

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on January 08, 2024

We have had the great joy to come to this gem of a school! It has excellent academic standards as well as a strong Catholic foundation. It also has none of the political agendas that are becoming prevalent in public schools. Our son has flourished at the school, and we are thrilled to be part of such a great community.
Submitted by parent on January 08, 2024

All Saints has been a great fit for our family. While the Catholic underpinnings of the education were the initial draw, the small school atmosphere in a city environment is what drew us in. Our son thrives in small, structured environments where he gets the attention he needs to help him learn. It was important for us to find this and we were worried about him being lost in public school. All Saints has been absolutely amazing. All the teachers know him, they go out of their way to converse with him in the community and they care genuinely about each and every student. The prayer partner program has been amazing to see as our son, an only child, gets to work with a child in a younger grade to learn about the Catholic faith, learn to read and role model good behavior. It has been incredible to see the impact this has on my son as he feels great responsibility for his prayer partner. I have been impressed with the recreation and sports offerings as well, especially for such a small school- soccer, basketball, wresting, baseball, cheering, chess club, robotics, civil rights team. The school is a true community and we are glad we found it.
Submitted by parent on January 06, 2024

We sent our two boys to ASCS until they graduated from 8th grade. Academically, both have proven to be fully prepared for High School and have indeed excelled in their studies. All Saints does a very nice job of weaving a strong scholastic curriculum with religious studies while making available various extra curricular programs like sports, robotics, chess club, etc. Using the foundation of the Catholic faith, the school is able to instill in our children a character which we feel is void in the public sector. Parent/teacher collaboration helps to promote a more intimate relationship with the school, its staff and teachers so that the programs become more tailored towards the individual student's needs. Watching our children flourish in high school, not just in their studies but in the decisions they make around friends and the new pressures that come with that chapter have confirmed our investment in All Saints.
Submitted by parent on September 25, 2023

My three children attend All Saints Catholic School in Bangor, ME. Excellent school !Warm environment. Parents highly encouraged and welcome to participate. Children mentored in the ways consistent with Catholic teachings.Excellent academics and small classes to promote one-on-one attention. Our kids look forward to going to school (almost) every day. When asked, "how was school son/daughter," the replies tend to be "awesome, I had a great day at school," and "it was fun!"School is safe, always locked.All Saints is a wonderful school and we highly recommend it !Adam Lauer, D.O.
Submitted by parent on May 25, 2023

We homeschooled our kids for four years before enrolling them at All Saints Catholic School. I can say with 100% certainty, that this was the best decision we've ever made for our kids. The entire school environment, from the principle and teachers to the clergy and families that support this school - it is the most supportive and connected community I've ever been a part of. The curriculums are challenging and interesting and the teachers are so supportive, communicative and interactive with the parents. They WANT parents to be involved and take part in school activities and their children's education. All Saints is more than a school - It's a family and I can't ever imagine leaving.
Submitted by parent on May 17, 2023

After 4 years in public school + 3 years homeschooling/online, sending our 6th grader to ASCS was the best decision our family ever made! He is thriving socially and doing very well academically. We've never seen him so happy. As a part-time staffer, I can say the Catholic culture is prevalent and the staff have an authentic care for the students. There are issues that come up as in any school but are always handled with such grace and care. With affordable tuition and so many extra-curricular options, we are absolutely blessed to be a part of the All Saints family!
Submitted by parent on September 29, 2013

Our family is lucky to have the option of sending our kids to ASCS. Our public school option has never been an option, as the system leaders are too arrogant. Although we do pay for ASCS, the amount is very reasonable. The education and experience has proven invaluable. The new leadership is strong, the teachers are good, and my children are thriving. While no school is perfect, the overall environment can not be beat. If you are concerned about the school being "too Catholic", the religious education and emphasis is appropriate and positive.
Submitted by parent on June 05, 2013

I am a proud parent of a daughter who will be graduating from All Saints 8th grade in a few days. When asked by many individuals if it was worth the extra money for a few prayers, my response is that I have no regrets as it goes far beyond paying for prayers although the starting each day with the power of prayer is worth every penny. We at All Saints are a family. Like a family, we run into issues. Like a healthy family, we resolve them together and support one another despite differences. The education is superb and well structured. The teachers maintain the highest level of quality education/teaching and professionalism while caring for each individual student. My son, who will remain at All Saints for a few more years, has Aspergers. Because of the teachers' and principal's caring actions, my son has gone from a very withdrawn little boy to a very outgoing soon to be 4th grader. Along with this, the lines of communication ALWAYS remain open between the faculty and me regarding his progress and how to continue in a positive direction. Along with this, all faculty members recognize and promote each student's individuality and God given gifts. So, I have no regrets!
Submitted by parent on March 25, 2013

One of the other reviews was flawed in its facts, unfortunately. The principal did indeed leave in 2010, but it was not because of the math teacher (whom, by the way, I think does an excellent job--he tries to prepare the kids for high school, and so is rigorous and does not coddle them at all). Her husband accepted a job in Arkansas, and so she left for that reason; she is now working as a principal there. I think it's an excellent school with a very caring environment. I know that for children with some psychological/emotional problems, they are both experienced and caring, although I can't speak to the reviewer's concerns about Asperger's.
Submitted by other on September 12, 2012

Going to All Saints has a safe enviroment for children who have or are being teased. However, it is not a school for everyone. My brother and several other children who I knew where sadly asked to leave or forced to leave. The reason for this is that they all had Aspergers or Attention problems which caused conflict in classrooms and with teachers. When I graduated, a math teacher who had publicly humilated me and serveral other students was still working there. In 2010, the princple who had hired him and refused to hear/see that many students in my year and others left because of that math teacher, retired. If you are considering this school, K-4 is good education and safe enviroment. Yet, once your child reaches 5th, I suggest you reconsider based on the math teacher who only teaches Middle school. Hopefully, they will find another teacher soon.
Submitted by parent on August 30, 2012

All Saints is a top notch Catholic School. Friendly and caring staff that set high expectations for our kids. I would recommend this school to anyone. Kids win many academic awards each and every year at the state level and at the national level. I wish my kids could stay here forever!
Submitted by parent on February 02, 2012

I have had children in this school since 1999 and it has consistently remained an excellent institution of learning throughout. Because we live at a great distance from the school and have to commute, we took 5 years off when my daughter was in 3rd-7th grade. I've been so impressed at how the teachers, students and administrators welcomed us back with open arms, and am delighted to say that she is having a fantastic 8th grade year. Remarkable that most of the incredibly dedicated, spirited, wonderful teachers who taught my son 10 years earlier are still at the school! Our five years away at another private school showed us how academically superior A.S.C.S. is by comparison. I'm amazed at how beautifully the school is run, from the academic to the religious side. The year just flies by. We are so blessed to have one last year at A.S.C.S.
Submitted by parent on May 25, 2011

After reading reviews about the school, we almost didn't send our child. However, I am glad that we decided to take the tour and eventually enrolled. Our daughter loves going to school here. Her teacher is amazing--the academics are challenging without being developmentally inappropriate. And how can I argue with an education where my daughter comes home and creates a chore chart for herself and younger siblings so that they can "honor" their mother by helping her out. I am one happy camper!!
Submitted by parent on August 03, 2010

While All Saints' mission is very good for the students, the low pay for the teachers is reflected in their quality. Several teachers are retirees that wanted to keep teaching and they are great. There are however, a few teachers that probably couldn't get a job at a public school and were hired by All Saints. There is a good reason why. Their attitudes, teaching quality and ability to reach the students is deplorable. Several parents have recently transferred their children from the school due to the problem with a math teacher. Several parents have voiced their dissatisfaction to the principal but nothing has been done. The principal seems to want to keep her head in the sand and deny that there is a serious problem. If you want to get the truth about the quality of the school, talk to one of the students not the principal.