St. Christopher School

5335 W 16TH ST

School District
Grade

PK-6
Type

private

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on April 15, 2015

I thank God each morning for Saint Christopher School. Literally. Our daughter LOVES Saint Chris. I think I cried last week when reading her phonics paper. St. Chris is organized, Christ centered, and pretty close to perfect. The class sizes are small and the teachers are wonderful. Miss King (the principal) is amazing and very approachable. St. Chris is the best decision we ever made. I would work 5 jobs just to keep my children enrolled. I love that religion is the cornerstone of the school. We love St. Chris!
Submitted by parent on February 12, 2015

My son came into St. Christopher as a new Grade 2 student. The environment was very welcoming and were quick to make my son feel as part of the school community. I am impressed with the curriculum and how great my son is doing academically. I am happy that we made the move to St. Christopher and I look forward to seeing my son develop and grow not only academically but also in faith! Great Job to all the teachers and staff! Ms. Torres
Submitted by parent on January 20, 2015

St. Christopher School is fantastic! We had 1 child graduate in 2014, and currently have 1 child enrolled. Miss. King, the principal, and all of the St. Chris teachers strive to create a great environment for learning, as well as, teaching the children how to be good citizens. Parents are always welcome, and encouraged to get involved with school activities. There are many after school activities as well. We would definitely classify St. Chris as a great school!
Submitted by parent on January 17, 2015

This is our first year at St Chris, my children previously attended a public school. They were doing really well but I just wanted something more for them. I didn't want them to grow up in secular schools. I have to admit I was nervous to have them go through this big change but I am so glad they did! I love that they are being challenged in their educational needs and also receiving religious education which is extremely important to me. In addition, they are taught moral values to strive virtue. My son and daughter have been blessed with wonderful caring teachers. I am truly thankful for their welcoming staff. I appreciate that I am able to join them at mass. I feel that St Chris has been a great gift to our family; I wished they would have started sooner!!
Submitted by parent on January 14, 2015

This is a great school, the teachers are all real friendly and are there to help the children to succeed. They learn good Christian values and attend mass twice a week. The parents can get to know each other by volunteering, attending the parent teacher meetings and in the parking lot at pick up time. My children have attended since Kindergarten and now are in 5th and 2nd grade. I teach in the public schools and see the differences in the schools and I wouldn't send them anywhere else. They even have enrichment classes for the children to be involved with after school, Spanish, Band, Chess, Piano, Guitar. They also have sports with the CYO: Volley ball, Basketball, Football, Soccer, and Kickball.
Submitted by parent on January 11, 2015

This school is excellent. Teachers and staff are a great team in educating and boosting up each child's self confidence. There is no place I would send my children. Teaching children morals and a top notch education. Bring your kids to a school that gives them a chance to reach their true potential. CH
Submitted by parent on January 09, 2015

It's hard to fully articulate the incredible warmth, sense of family and strong academics housed in this delightfully small school! It begins right as you drop your child off to be immediately greeted by our wonderful principal and at least 1 if not both of our priests. Then, you attend school mass and feel the spirit of Christ absolutely flowing through the kids whether by song or by even the 1st grade child reading from the pulpit. This school does do many things well and acclimating them to speaking in front of a full congregation is only one. I could write a novel about why St. Christopher school is the best choice we have ever made but I think I could best sum up my feelings by saying both of my children are asked daily how their day went and the consistent response is: "Awesome!!" Kids don't just go to school at St. Chris- they flourish!
Submitted by parent on January 09, 2015

I've been a SCS parent for ten years - a daughter went all the way through (PreK-6), currently a Sophomore at Cardinal Ritter, and now a son in the fifth grade here. There's something very special about this school. It's a family. Within weeks of school's opening, the older kids know the 'little' ones by name and help them get to know the school. Teachers and the parish priests welcome the kids each morning at the door. Parents volunteer and are part of every school event. They help each other out - picking up kids, dropping them off, getting them to sports/music practices, handing down uniform pieces and helpful advice. An active Parent Teacher Partnership (PTP) group organizes regular events where families can spend time together having fun. Teachers challenge students academically and encourage them to lead a faith-based life. The infusion of our faith into everyday activites has been the biggest blessing for my children. "See Christ in everyone, in everything, and act accordingly." More than just knowing names and faces, everyone cares. Come take a tour. You'll feel it too, as soon as you walk in the door.
Submitted by parent on January 08, 2015

The number one reason I send my children to St. Christopher School is because of the strong religious and moral education that is provided. I love that my children pray and learn about God every day at school. The second reason I love St. Christopher School is because of the strong community. I know every child in my sons' classes and most of their parents. As my boys walk through out their school, there is not a staff member (teacher, custodian, assistant, etc,) that does not know them by name. This school is perfect example of how a village raises a child. I am also impressed by the teachers at St. Christopher. Their willingness to make adjustments in instruction or practice to help my sons become more successful means so much to me. The sports and extra curricular activities offered after school are amazing and far exceed what is offered by any public elementary school. My children have the opportunity to participate in school sports including basketball, kickball, and soccer, and many more. The school has a choir and band program and offers both guitar and piano lessons through IUPUI. The school houses meeting space for both Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts programs.
Submitted by parent on January 08, 2015

St. Christopher School provides an exceptional Catholic education in a loving, family-like environment. The teachers and staff pour their hearts into their work and truly care about each student. My son loves his school and I love how comfortable and "at home" he feels at St. Christopher. I am very pleased with the academic program and love the small class sizes. Parent-teacher communication is excellent--I get weekly reports of goals being targeted in the classroom and frequent updates of my son's progress. St. Christopher simply has it all. We LOVE St. Christopher School!!!
Submitted by parent on January 08, 2015

I am so glad I decided to move my son to St. Chris this fall. He is so much happier going there with both the staff and students. I feel the academics have high standards, the communication and organization are great from both the teachers and administration, and religion is always a focus throughout the day. They also have many after school opportunities and such a welcoming environment in the building. It's just what I feel a school should be!
Submitted by parent on January 08, 2015

Love this school. Great teachers and staff. Feels like a family! Are willing to work with you and your child on anything extra you need. Drop off in the morning, the principal along with the two priests are there to greet us, Amazing!
Submitted by principal on December 22, 2014

We love for people to visit our school to find out what we're all about and then stay for eight years! Please call the school office, 241-6314, to schedule a time to come learn about St. Christopher School. We know that you'll be happy you did.
Submitted by parent on June 25, 2014

St. Christopher School has been a great fit for our family. The faculty and staff have been wonderful in working with our family to accommodate our child's severe food allergies. The school not only has a great academic program, but also focuses on teaching strong Christian values and good citizenship. You truly get the feeling at this school that they genuinely care about your child and their success in the classroom and beyond.
Submitted by parent on June 24, 2014

St. Christopher School has been such a blessing in our lives!! The staff, parents, and students are all so loving and kind. I know that when I drop my daughter off in the morning that she will not only be well cared for, but receiving the best education a parent could ask for.
Submitted by parent on June 23, 2014

SCS provides a very nurturing warm environment that has a family feel. Their academics are first rate and the children are provided a safe loving environment to learn the basic building blocks that will be the foundation for all of their future education. I feel that success later in life starts with the love of learning and SCS provides just that for all their students. I am always impressed by how well manored and happy the children are there. I worked field day and was impressed by the entire student body. Despite being small school they also have many extra curricular activities. My son is thriving there, and truly likes going to school.
Submitted by parent on June 23, 2014

SCS provides a very nurturing warm environment that has a family feel. Their academics are first rate and the children are provided a safe loving environment to learn the basic building blocks that will be the foundation for all of their future education. I feel that success later in life starts with the love of learning and SCS provides just that for all their students. I am always impressed by how well manored and happy the children are there. I worked field day and was impressed by the entire student body. Despite being small school they also have many extra curricular activities. My son is thriving there, and truly likes going to school.
Submitted by parent on April 22, 2014

Excellent school. Phenomenal staff. Extension of home, full of love, discipline, faith and social learning. Would recommend to anyone. We are blessed to have found St. Christopher.
Submitted by parent on November 24, 2012

Our experience with St. Christopher has been wonderful!! I can't say enough good things about this school. It has far exceeded our expectations. Our daughter's teacher is just so great with the kids and you can tell she truly cares about each and every child. We have been so impressed with the school and faculty. Being new to the school, we weren't quite sure what to expect and everyone has welcomed us with open arms. I would definitely recommend St. Christopher if you're looking for a great school that focuses on teaching and living the Catholic faith. We are so happy with our decision to go with St. Christopher and so is our daughter. She loves going to school!
Submitted by parent on September 04, 2012

As a teacher and a parent, I am glad we made the choice to send our daughter to St. Christopher School. The financial sacrifice we make to send her there will be worth it in the long run of her life. I see daily the values, great education and Catholic identity that she is receiving. I feel blessed to have her as this school and look forward to many years here.