St Elizabeth Ann Seton

PO BOX 510

Edmond, OK 73083

40 Reviews

School District
Grade

PK-8
Type

private

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Reviews

Submitted by teacher on November 19, 2024

I work here. A new principal started in ‘22 and she was great. She helped push out some terrible teachers and long term staff that needed to go. She quickly moved on to bigger and better things and now we are stuck with new administrators that play favorites, gossip, and follow the entitlement train. One step forward and three giant steps back! Keep your kids away from here, it’s just like Edmond public only you get to pay $10,000!
Submitted by teacher on August 07, 2023

This will be my 10th year teaching at SEAS and I’m dreading starting school this week. I used to like teaching here and looked forward to starting school. But, ever since we got a new principal, it’s been very different. She is not professional, inexperienced, and has her favorites. A lot of teachers and administrators who have been at this school for years left last year because of this new principal. I am really dreading this year and I hope to teach at another school next semester.
Submitted by parent on December 14, 2022

This school was TERRIBLE. Too be honest one star isn’t good enough for this school. I went here for a semester and experienced bullying and racism. All of middle school students were rude enough to make all of the new students in my grade leave or want to leave.I will never feel the same about this church or community again if this is what they are allowing there students to act like. The staff and faculty members are also Terrible!The teachers had kids in their own class that they let do whatever they want.One of the teachers kids even wrote a paper of a bunch of rude thing about their peers! This student was barley punished because of his mom being a teacher. This school changed how I looked at my faith and I do not recommend going there your kids might say it’s great at least that’s what I did but it wasn’t and I left you should too!!No to mention the emotional trauma I experienced from this place. This school made me turn away from god and my faith because of my awful experience. No one is safe here I had a person I knew get SA by staff and students!!SAVE you children do not send them here!!!
Submitted by parent on January 10, 2019

We have been at SEAS for 3 years after initially completing another private Pre-K year here in Edmond. As a teacher myself, my expectations are high. I am continually impressed with the curriculum and rigor as well as the individualization offered to children. In addition, I am grateful for the ongoing emphasis on moral values/beliefs that the SEAS faculty lives out and promotes. I can NOT say enough wonderful things about SEAS!
Submitted by parent on June 16, 2017

We have two children attending this school and could not be happier with their development. Both our children started with pre-k and just finished 3rd and 5th grade. We appreciate the reinforcement of moral character this school provides. Both our kids are in the alpha program for advanced learning and can't wait for the next school year to start. We are blessed.
Submitted by parent on April 07, 2017

Our family is so proud to be a part of the St. Elizabeth community. As a former graduate, I can attest to the close family atmosphere and the focus on Catholic education. When my husband and I moved back to Oklahoma City we were excited about enrolling our children at SEAS so that they would be able to have a similar educational experience that both my husband and I had. We have found that although faces have changed and academics have strengthened at SEAS that the same warm community atmosphere remains and the emphasis on Catholic education is primary. We cannot say enough about the helpful staff and caring teachers who go above and beyond to give our children a rich and well rounded education.Thank you SEAS for providing our family a place where our children can both pray and learn!
Submitted by parent on April 02, 2017

We have two children who graduated from St. Elizabeth. They both have had a successful transition to high school and are in a number of advance placement classes. We credit the St. Elizabeth community to fostering their individuality and preparing them for a successful future. We have one child currently enrolled at Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton and everyday we see our child thrive in the school's loving, structured, nurturing and educational environment. We drive across town and pass multiple private and public schools each day for our child to attend Saint Elizabeth. It is worth the long commute to see our child excited and motivated to go to school each morning. Thank you to SEAS for all you do for our children. You let their light shine!
Submitted by parent on March 28, 2017

Excellent school with great teachers. Administration is forward thinking and provides great leadership. Great family atmosphere. We have four children involved in the school. The oldest recently graduated from SEAS and was more than prepared for high school.
Submitted by parent on March 24, 2017

We have two children at SEAS and are extremely happy with the school.....so many wonderful aspects: academics, religion, faith formation, rules, kindness, charity and values. These teachers are more than devoted to the all-around success of our children. From first grade forward, class sizes are 20ish/1, which is superior to any public school. (Pre-K and Kinders have 20/2 ratios). It is so nice to walk into the school and not only be recognized, but made welcome from the minute you start at the school. Our children are learning right and wrong and are learning more academically than our neighborhood school (based on comparison from a neighbor's child's homework). The teachers and their support teachers will modify or create a plan that helps our child in certain areas of need - academically and behaviorally. Our children show love for other classmates and the school family. We have had no issues at all with bullying. We came to the school in the fall of 2015 under the direction of the newer principal (2014). Our understanding from those present prior to Mrs. Gallagher is that she has really been an incredible positive force for this school family and we are certainly here to stay.
Submitted by parent on March 24, 2017

Due to job transfers, we have lived in four cities and have now had our children in four Catholic schools. When we found out we were moving to OKC, we definitely wanted to continue with Catholic education for our children. St. Elizabeth Ann Seton in Edmond, OK has been a great place for our seventh grader. Excellent academics, very strong commitment to faith formation, and what comes top of mind as a parent of a middle schooler...just no drama! My child says "everyone just sits together", it is not "groupie" and everyone is included. I think this is very unique and a great asset to the school. The transition as a new seventh grader this year was good both academically and socially. In addition, there is excellent professionalism and communication from teachers and administration. Parents can check daily/weekly grade reports online, lunch accounts, receive daily "Remind" homework updates from teachers, and frequent detailed updates from the principal on all school activities. We have been very pleased with our child's progress this year as he prepares for eighth grade.
Submitted by parent on March 24, 2017

When we moved to Edmond and chose to enroll our children at SEAS we were really pleased with the warm welcome they received. Their teachers and peers are so kind, and we have been excited about the many ways for them to get involved in and out of the classroom. The school offers strong academics, faith development, special programs and events, extra classes (art, library, Spanish, music, computers, PE) and a great community. The administration, staff and teachers are all focused on providing rigorous academics in the context of a loving, Catholic environment. We feel very blessed for our kids to be at SEAS!
Submitted by parent on March 24, 2017

Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton School is a safe, warm, and nurturing learning environment celebrating the dignity and uniqueness of all students. Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton works diligently to form a partnership between the student, parent, and school community. Meeting the individual needs of every learner is a priority exemplified in a strong core curriculum with differentiated instruction. We feel strongly supported as parents by the staff to give our children the best education possible while partnering with us as parents to instill strong morals and values in our children.
Submitted by parent on March 24, 2017

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic School provides so much more than superior academics (although you get that, too!) A Pre-k through 8th grade school, They truly care about the whole child. Our family loves the "chums" program where the older students are paired with a younger one to attend weekly church service together and help them learn from each other. We also love the House System in the middle school which gives them another sense of community. The students regularly write letters to their Grand-friends (matched with them by the school) in the community. The school provides Spanish, art, PE, and music classes weekly beginning in Pre-K. ALPHA (accelerated learning program), STEM programs, appropriate technology learning, music, band, drama, and extracurricular sports teams are also available. With faith based lessons, high standards, and caring educators, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School isn't just teaching students. They are helping to raise great people! Two of our children have graduated from SEAS, and are now doing great in high school in AP classes and team sports. Although there is tuition, financial aid is available if needed. For our family, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic School was definitely the right choice. We LOVE SEAS!
Submitted by parent on March 24, 2017

We have had kids at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton for 12 consecutive years and still have 7 years before they are all finished. We love our school. The teachers are caring and wonderful. When my 16 year old is with me at St. Elizabeth functions, it is so lovely to see the teachers and staff welcome her and ask how high school is going (teachers still there from her pre-k year to 8th grade. It is truly a family environment. She was more than prepared for her college prep high school. The academics are great and just as important, my kids are challenged spiritually. They get to start their day in prayer and end it that way also. The principal has grown this school. Come with high expectations for your kids behaviorially, spiritually, and academically.
Submitted by parent on March 24, 2017

My children have gone to SEAS for 5 years. We loves SEAS!
Submitted by parent on July 26, 2014

My child had always dreaded going to school. This all changed when he entered Mrs. Golshani's fifth grade classroom. He then was so excited and eager to get to school. He always said that his teacher made learning fun, and we saw a marked growth in his academics and his attitude in general. I would highly recommend this school, especially for fifth grade. He feels that he is thoroughly prepared for middle school and that it will be an easy transition. I hope my other child is also fortunate to get her when she's in fifth grade!
Submitted by parent on March 26, 2013

We love this school! My daughter is in Pre-K and is learning so much! This is such a nurturing environment, the teachers and staff are amazing and you can tell they care about each individual student! My brother also goes here and is now in middle school. His classes have been challenging and seem to be well ahead of his friends in public schools for the most part. There also seems to be much more parental involvement than you see in public schools these days, and for a private school the price is very reasonable! If you're looking for a private school in the Edmond/NW OKC area, you should definitely consider this school!
Submitted by parent on May 15, 2012

My daughter attended SEAS from Pre-K through 8th grade. Welcoming atmosphere, great teachers and infused with the Catholic faith. She is a freshman at Bishop McGuinness and her classmates tell her she is lucky that she is better prepared for high school than they are. My younger son is still at SEAS and loves school. Can't say enough good things about SEAS!!!
Submitted by parent on April 03, 2012

I am a parent that felt compelled to withdrawal my children from SEAS due to bullying, very dated math tutoring, weak religious education and teachers that would not embrace my children's personal strengths. My daughter personally asked her teacher for more challenging work and I was told that she (the teacher) did not want to stress my daughter out by giving it to her. My daughter also had issues with female classmates pulling down her pants several times-this was attributed to the lack of supervision on the playground. In addition, my son needed a few adjustments made to excel, but I was told that they couldn't make any changes to their current system to help him, because it would've been a distraction to the other students. We were not asking for the moon, I am still frustrated with their reaction. The main lesson I learned from being an involved, volunteering parent... if your child is of average intelligence, can always sit still, does not require any additional help whether it be tutoring or enrichment, this school is for you. However, many kids do not fall into that category, mine did not. I left there with hurt feelings and money wasted.
Submitted by parent on March 07, 2012

I am a parent of 2 current students at SEAS and I feel blessed each day I drop them off and pick them up. Our children are receiving a great education (both academically and spiritually). The teachers we have had have gone above and beyond! One of our children has struggled a little bit and his teachers have been on top of it each step of the way. They want our children to be successful ( in all areas of life) just as much as we do. I feel SEAS mirrors the values we have at home. That means everything to us. As for parent involvement, we are both working parents and make time to be at school and volunteer as much as possible. I see much of the same in our classes.