Faith Lutheran School

208 South Derby Avenue

Derby, KS 67037

10 Reviews

School District
Grade

K-5
Type

private

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on March 12, 2024

My husband and I have four children who attend Faith Lutheran School, from Preschool to 3rd grade. We were very nervous before enrolling our children. We have a son who is on the Autism spectrum, and I knew he was going to struggle with the change and adjusting to the routine. The teachers, Mrs. Voss, Mrs. Doesken, and Mrs. Cervini, have been so understanding and patient with him. We have seen a great amount of improvement in his behavior throughout the year, and he is receiving special services from the Derby district at the Faith Lutheran School campus. My other children are also doing well. My 1st-grade son is doing mostly 2nd-grade work and has made close friendships; he enjoys music class and art. Both Mr. Wisener, for music, and Mrs. Holt, for art, are wonderful! My 3rd-grade daughter is thriving; she enjoys Latin and novel studies. My Preschooler is well-cared for and has learned how to behave in a classroom. She wants to be at school every day of the week like her siblings! I like that every day begins with a Bible devotion and prayer. I think this is so important. I am so happy that the kids are learning about Jesus every day and are being taught how to live for Him. My favorite parts about the curriculum are the choices of literature, the novel studies, and the strong foundation in phonics. I am glad that we get to be so involved in our children's education and have open communication with the teachers. Thank you, Faith Lutheran School!
Submitted by parent on December 01, 2023

We've had a great experience at Faith Lutheran. The staff is amazing! They truly care about each and every child. They are extremely easy to reach, and give out their cell #'s so that you can text when needed. I love how it's a God centered education and that my son is getting a balanced education without having to deal with the issues that public schools have to deal with. For a Christian family, I can't think of a better place to send your child, as you don't have to worry about whether the way lessons are taught are consistent with a biblical view of the world.
Submitted by parent on November 15, 2022

I know I made the best decision enrolling my son here. My son is taught responsibilities, respect, kindness, and love at home. And that is what is taught at Faith Lutheran School as well. I don’t see that in the public schools. Not truly anyway. We work as a team to get my kids ready to be successful and respectful beings growing up. Isn’t that what we all want and expect from our children? I wouldn’t recommend anywhere else in Derby.
Submitted by parent on January 30, 2020

Dedicated staff, Christian environment, and small class sizes
Submitted by parent on October 30, 2019

I would strongly recommend it. It has really helped our child.
Submitted by parent on October 26, 2018

Please be careful sending your child here, this school leadership does not have a well established bullying policy. We have learned this through personal experience with our son. As far as the behind the scenes...We have been lied to, called liars, and been hung up on by the leadership of this school, school board, and church. One woman in particular is extremely rude and unprofessional. Unfortunately this is the woman they have handling issues. The pastor has refused to call us back, even though we have emails directing us to call him directly, from the staff, when trying to resolve a matter. We have had a meeting scheduled without our knowledge or permission, not knowing until my husband showed up to pick up school supplies. We have been told one thing, only to have them change their minds, sending us a letter instead of taking our calls and getting back to us when we were told they would. We have all but begged the staff and leadership at this church and school to be reasonable and give us a chance to represent ourselves, which we are more than willing to have done with the MANY documents and recorded conversations we have, without getting a lawyer involved and they have refused us that right over and over again. This business has stolen to much of our time and money. I cannot say anything about church services, but as far as business and money goes I do not recommend you waist your time. Learn from our mistake and sign no contracts or give out any money to this establishment. Do not take what the website says as true as most likely the information on it is not up to date.
Submitted by parent on July 26, 2018

Highly recommend this school! Would encourage others to visit with the teachers to see if they are the right fit for you. Glad my daughter can attend here, grow her knowledge and her faith.
Submitted by parent on April 25, 2018

I highly recommend this school to any caring parent! As a military family who recently became local, this school has been a godsend to us for the last six years and our 3 kids who have and are currently attending here. The teachers and administration have been extremely caring and supportive of not only my kids learning needs, but also of their emotional and spiritual needs as well—when my husband deployed, they let me know they were there to help me and my kids and have continued to do so. My kids have made great friends and learned valuable life lessons here and I highly recommend this school!
Submitted by parent on April 18, 2018

I unfortunately cannot give a good review for this 'school' as I have seen how it is operated by the church & curriculum is set for 'kids behind the learning curve'. I have seen many accounts of bullying and nothing or anyone is ever held accountable. There is not a principal at this 'place'. I bought into all of it until all the 'red flags' sadly surpassed my excitement & support and after talking to several other parents who pulled their child from this school, I in no way would encourage a parent to enroll your child at this facility.
Submitted by teacher on November 25, 2013

My school is a great place for learning. It is quiet and has small settings. Teachers care about students and communicate with them daily. It is a very special place.