St. Anne School

32451 Bear Brand Road

Laguna Niguel, CA 92677

27 Reviews

School District
Grade

PK-8
Type

private

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on October 15, 2024

I have so many wonderful things to say about St.Anne School. We have been a part of the St. Anne community for 8 years and are so happy with our experience. We have loved every teacher that we have had in the preschool and lower school. They are all so loving, supportive, and fun while teaching a structured curriculum. These amazing teachers have helped our kids fall in love with school and learning. We are so appreciative to the faculty and staff for loving on our kids like their own! We have loved being a part of this extraordinary school and community. This truly is the best school!
Submitted by parent on October 15, 2024

My kids have attended St. Anne School for the last four years. We have had a wonderful experience with dedicated teachers, a rigorous curriculum, and an engaging school community. My kids love their days at school!
Submitted by parent on October 15, 2024

Terrible environment full of bullying, pretentious parents and aloof administrators. The bullying was so bad that even the teachers would cry. The administration did nothing about the bad behavior from students and parents alike. Some parents were so far entrenched into the school that their children got away with terrible behavior. The facilities were beautiful but inside was a nightmare. Cannot believe what a toxic environment that is at a school that claims to have Christian values. We found the complete opposite and left this school immediately. The teachers we had were caring and sent us notes apologizing but they couldn’t do anything because the parents run this school.
Submitted by parent on June 17, 2023

Went to this school for a year then moved to a better school. Lots of conflict of interest In their decisions. The administration need customer service training on how to talk to parents. Disappointment
Submitted by other on June 13, 2023

I would have given this school 5+ stars when I attended myself (many moons ago) and would give it 5+ stars now that I am coming back as a parent. My daughter started in the 2 year old program this past fall and has THRIVED. The ECDC is comprised of incredible, highly educated teachers and staff who end up feeling like family. When I send my daughter to school I know she is going to be stimulated, loved and safe, whilst also growing and learning with age appropriate activities that foster her development. There is something so special about walking down the preschool hallway and being greeted by smiles and hugs every day without skipping a beat. The staff is an extension of you as a parent and they could not be more special to our family. We cannot wait to continue our children’s schooling experience at St. Anne School, it is a second home for us. Thank you SAS for all that you do for our children!
Submitted by other on June 01, 2023

Staff turnover seems unusually high, it’s a revolving door. Bullying is off the charts and school does nothing about it, it’s odd to see how nasty the girls can be at such a young age. There is no emphasis on character building which is really strange for a catholic school. Some of the teachers are great but most have a very old school mentality who just haven’t evolved. The amount of homework is unreasonable. The leadership makes decisions and pushes staff out without a backup plan, we’ve seen that on with several teachers. In been 2 years of more bad experience than good and even though it’s hard to start over in middle school, we’re actively looking to leave. daughter seems completely ok with it. Also, expect to be asked for money (a LOT) throughout the entire year, the 18k+ tuition isn’t enough.
Submitted by other on February 05, 2016

I have a child in the preschool at St. Anne School. Last year we loved the preschool. The director last year was awesome, such a nice person. There is a new director this year that I find myself questioning. She seems to be a micromanager. The teachers have never said anything but she comes across as too controlling with them. The parent involvement has seemed to decrease this year which is unfortunate. I do not think we will return next year as the new director has definitely changed the atmosphere.
Submitted by parent on March 02, 2015

The staff at the St. Anne School is a great group and community of people. They have loving teachers. I would highly recommend this school overall.
Submitted by parent on January 20, 2015

What is so great about the St. Anne School is the myraid of additional activities for their students such as plays, art and sports.
Submitted by parent on December 30, 2014

The St. Anne School is the closest that you can come to perfect and it is affordable. St. Anne offers a great balance that provides for all aspects of a child's development including social development with academic rigor.
Submitted by parent on October 16, 2014

My daughter started at the St. Anne Preschool in September and absolutely loves going to school! The teachers are phenomenal and each day she comes home excited to share all that she learned - talking about working on the computer, singing songs about the days of the week (and itsy spiders), how she played dress-up with her friends.... I was hesitant to start her in school this fall as she isn't even 3 yet but am so grateful that we decided to start her at St. Anne when we did. It has been such a rewarding experience!
Submitted by parent on October 09, 2014

I have recommended you to many people. I tell them what a wonderful school St. Anne's is. I state that both my children are learning at an excelled rate. I am so grateful at the attention my children have gotten. I tell them that this school exceeds all of my expectations that I could have. We are just thrilled with St. Anne's
Submitted by parent on December 13, 2013

This school may be fine for certain families. After 4 years, with experiences from grades PS-3, we are POSITIVE it does not work for our family. There are some very exclusive cliques (both parents and students) which can make socializing challenging for kids who prefer to choose their friends based on character than any number of material reasons. The campus is really nice. The food is amazing. Both my kids will miss their hot lunches there. Between my 2 children, 3/7 teachers were great. The problem is the ones that aren't great are TERRIBLE, and the school does very little when conflict arises mid year. Academics are strong through 3rd grade, especially in language arts. TOO MUCH HOMEWORK starting in 3rd grade though. 1-2 hours/night + reading for 20 minutes.
Submitted by parent on August 24, 2013

Just the fact that several families left or tried to leave for the middle school should tell you something. They are doing away with algebra in middle school for some odd reason. Several of us switched schools and St. Anne didn't even notice or ask us why. We must have been just a number. No one asked why we left, which was strange. Other schools at least email to make sure you are going to re-register but not here. Very well organized otherwise, not high academics but they produce very happy students.
Submitted by parent on July 05, 2013

I just sent a review and have a spelling error. Could someone edit it?Please edit the word nit, it should be not Sorry!
Submitted by parent on June 07, 2013

This school has its' good and bad, like any other school. They do not do first communions or confirmations, the mass is more similar to a Christian instead of a Catholic mass, since it sounds like a live concert, very unlike Roman Catholic schools. The priest marries animals during services, which was new to us, and strange. The MS Math program is very weak, most of 8th graders do not get into advanced Math in private or public schools, a lot of my daughter's friends talk during break that they do not understand their professor's math concepts, and want to switch math teachers - and the school hasn't done much about it. For high school she got into honors English and Science but not Math, which was her strongest subject prior to coming here. If you want to fork out $12,500 a year PLUS very expensive trips ($3K), might as well save the money and go public or charter. Really. Receptionists are amazing, they basically run the school, they are excellent and know it all!
Submitted by parent on October 24, 2012

Our child has attended St. Anne since pre-school (now in middle-school)and you will not find a more dedicated and caring group of administrators and teachers anywhere. While the school was always good, since Mr. Adams took the helm it has flourished. There is no status quo here. They continually look for ways to improve the quality of their programs academically, physically and spiritually (btw - while we are not Catholic, it is not an issue here. Our son is taught the values he learns at home and has the opportunity to learn about a different religion). They have a tremendous ability to reach out to gifted students as well as those with challenges. The bottom line is that your child will receive a tremendous education and will come out as prepared as possible for the next chapter in their lives. Finally, so many parents are engaged here. We have certainly made lifelong friends here!
Submitted by parent on September 21, 2012

As a parent of two children at St. Anne, I can honestly say that it is an incredible school. It is academically rigorous and has proven it through the achievement of its students on national standards and honors classes in high school. In addition, St. Anne creates a loving "family" environment that teaches the children about faith, character and how to be successful global citizens. It truly does nurture "the whole child."
Submitted by parent on September 21, 2012

Outstanding school in every respect. My children have been there since pre-school, and my oldest graduated last year. Very strong academics. My son was not at the top of his class, and he tested into honors math and honors science in his demanding private high school. Excellent programs for broadening kids' views of the world (field trips, travel abroad). Great extra-curriculars that make school fun. The teachers are bright and caring, and the administration is very professional. Amazing families who will be life-long friends. I note that almost all of the small number of negative reviews below mispel the word "aesthetics," which suggests to me that they were all written by the same unhappy person.
Submitted by parent on September 21, 2012

We have three children attending St. Anne since preschool. We are very impressed with the quality of the teachers, academics, arts and athletic programs. They challenge and support all of our kids. The best part is our kids love the school too.