Holy Cross School

631 South State Street

Dover, DE 19901

16 Reviews

School District
Grade

PK-8
Type

private

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on February 22, 2019

Holy Cross is a wonderfully faith-filled community. The principal is an excellent example of how to live a holy life.
Submitted by parent on November 29, 2018

NOT GOOD WE WILL BE PULLING OUR CHILD OUT NEXT YEAR AS WILL SEVERAL OTHER FAMILYS THAT I AM AWARE OFKINDA SAD WAS REALLY HOPING FOR THE CATHOLIC EDUCATION FOR OUR CHILDREN THAT WE HAD HOWEVER ARE NOW LOOKING IN TO CHARTER SCHOOLS AS ARE OTHER PARENTS WE HAVE SPOKE TO
Submitted by parent on March 16, 2018

Excellent experience at this school. Could't be happier.
Submitted by other on December 09, 2015

Wonderfully warm, academically strong faith filled community. An excellent school for children to learn, live and pray!
Submitted by parent on November 19, 2015

Holy Cross School has educated my children for the past 13 years. I can not say enough about the faculty, staff, leadership, environment and faith filled atmosphere. It is a very safe environment that cares deeply about the the success and well being of each and every student on campus. My children were more than prepared for high school and have finished each year in the top of their class. The new administration is moving the school in an even better direction. Enrollment is increasing with waiting lists in some grades and so many awesome and exciting things are happening at Holy Cross! The Principal spends so much time with new families to make sure that their transition is smooth and that their children thrive at Holy Cross. She knows every student by name and is always so happy to see them! Anyone thinking about sending their children to Holy Cross should NOT think twice~you will not be disappointed!
Submitted by parent on November 18, 2015

Holy Cross is a great school! The principal and the teachers care about all of the students and provide a safe, learning experience. We are extremely happy with the education that our children are receiving at Holy Cross, and we highly recommend it to all!
Submitted by parent on August 19, 2015

Holy Cross is one to watch. They are getting some awesome technology :chromebooks for students, a 3D printer in the lab and a new robotics program. They have wonderful and dedicated teachers.
Submitted by parent on August 22, 2014

Our children attended this school for over 5 years and we thought it was our only option in the small city of Dover where there are few schools to choose from. Academics are in line with other private and public school in the state, but the social environment is hostile and declining as many families have left or are leaving the school. There is a HUGE emphasis on fundraising, and the children are wrongly made to compete in fundraising efforts. The teachers and assistant principal are very dedicated to the students, but the principal and priest administrator do not effectively address the persistent bullying and hostile environment at the school. As a parent, it is difficult, to gain access to administrators for conferences. Our children have thrived in a different school environment and I wish we had pulled them out sooner than we did. I feel badly for the teachers left at Holy Cross, most of whom are truly dedicated educators.
Submitted by parent on July 27, 2014

Where to begin, we did enroll our kids in this school because of a long standing catholic education tradition in our family and we wanted them to learn while developing in the Catholic faith. This school may have a good curriculum (read, good, not great) but the atmosphere is a bullying one. Parents bullying parents due to economic status. It is about who you know or who you are married to and how much you contribute money wise. The principal's leadership skills provide food for thought and a lot to be desired. Further, rules are not followed despite being on a handbook (too short skirts, make up, tight-near to pop the button shirts, etc). The nurse's office has expanded and every time my children are ill, they feel comfortable and nurtured. The building administrators are very helpful and very nice. And let's not talk about the PTO (they call it HSA) meetings; you will be lucky to express your opinion if you attend. In summary, we are looking for another school. It pains to leave the amazing teachers we had for our children, but it's too much money paid (financial aid is not very available unless you have more than 3 kids in) to be in this type of environment.
Submitted by parent on June 09, 2014

My children (one now in JR High) have attended Holy Cross since Kindergarten. I can't say enough about this school, its teachers, and most of all the student body. My children have thrived in this loving atmosphere, where there is emphasis on both academic and character education. It is a comfort knowing my kids spend their days where values are both taught and demonstrated, that they are getting quality education along with a peer group that share similar values
Submitted by parent on March 18, 2014

Our son has attended since pre k. We had a great experience until this year. This school cost a lot of money but you get very little for your investment. Class sizes are larger than most public schools and since the departure of the previous administration it appears to have declined. We planned to have our children finish elementary school here but we are exploring other options. Not worth the cost.
Submitted by parent on March 06, 2014

Holy Cross is not the best; yet not the worst. We are looking into other school options for our child. Do your homework before making a decision. HC is a declining school and it really shows.
Submitted by parent on September 13, 2013

All around this is an excellent school. My daughter loves it and enjoys her teachers. She looks forward to school every day.
Submitted by parent on May 10, 2013

We chose Holy Cross as a safer alternative to the public middle schools which is a disaster. While she was physically safer, we were not happy with the school/home relationship or the relationships between our child and her team of teachers. The teachers we had did not communicate with the parents about problems/issues or good things. My child's self esteem was almost nonexistent after one year at this school. We could no longer justify paying money to send her back and continue to feel like trash. Middle school is hard enough to navigate. When we were making our choices, I heard a lot of negative comments about the school. However when I took the tour and met with the vice principal I could not have been happier with my choice or made to feel more welcome. However from day one, my daughter being new to private school was glaring and instead of helping her adjust and explain how things work..she was made to feel unwelcome and stupid.
Submitted by parent on March 07, 2013

Absolutely fablous school with dedicated teachers and staff. There is an emphasis on fundraising, but that is because it is a Catholic school that is not granted a lot of money like the surrounding public schools. There are true Catholic values to those who are willing to accept them. My children are all thriving. The former principal, who was creating a negative atmosphere, is gone and the current principal and vice principal are extremely competent. I would recommend this school to anyone who is looking for a wonderful, safe environment for their children. This is my eighth year at this school and look forward to another eight. Holy Cross has challenging academic programs, plenty of enrichment programs, and lots of love built in, as well.
Submitted by parent on January 23, 2013

Holy Cross is an excellent school with teachers who are committed to providing the best education for their students. My son has a mild learning disability, but has flourished at this school.