St. John's Episcopal School

3427 Olney Laytonsville Road

Olney, MD 20832

47 Reviews

School District
Grade

PK-8
Type

private

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Submitted by other on April 28, 2024

School is not what it used to be. Stay away. Don’t waste your money.
Submitted by parent on March 25, 2023

My daughter started in 2020 at St. John's Episcopal School so she could attend in person learning. I only intended to stay until the public schools reopened. However, after finding out how wonderful this school is, I would not dream of taking her out. The teachers are great. The education is excellent. In addition to learning math and reading, the kids are learning how to play piano in music, they are learning Spanish 3 days a week and they have an amazing stem program. I can't say enough good things about St John's.
Submitted by parent on March 10, 2023

My son is in Pre-K3 at the school. Ms. Dickerson is absolutely amazing, and so are all the children in his class as well. When we did our tour of the school both my wife and I noticed just how calm and warm it was in the environment. All the kids were very well behaved and polite whether supervised or not in the halls. We also took a guided tour during open house which was led by two current students who were in 5th and 7th grade. They were absolute superstars and so composed for their age. They were just exceptional and their love for the school and environment was undeniable. We had already enrolled prior but it gave our son a chance to be around the school more. These two young ladies just further confirmed we made a great decision. When my son is at SJES my wife and I know he’s being loved, cared for, and protected. Everyone one we speak with at the school is wonderful from Doug Perkins and wife, to Holly, and the teachers. My son loves his school and cries when it’s the weekend.We look forward to him remaining at this school through 8th grade.
Submitted by parent on May 27, 2022

St. John's has been an amazing school for my son. The teachers are all-in and they expect the same from the students. They teach the children not just what they want them to learn, but how to learn. St. John's fosters a positive learning environment. My son is so happy at this school.
Submitted by parent on January 01, 2020

I have been very pleased with the overall school, community, faculty and staff. There is a genuine community feeling when you walk through the doors. The academic rigor is challenging and helps each student rise to a higher potential. The students are supported in this very caring environment. This school is a hidden gem and we feel it is worth every penny and more, for what it has offered our family.
Submitted by parent on November 06, 2019

Our three daughters started at St. John’s 2 years ago, when our family moved to the area. Our kids love St. John’s and as parents, my wife and I are very pleased with the School. Our kids are encouraged and challenged on a daily basis by a positive community of learners. As new students our kids were welcomed with open arms. We love the Schools diversity and absence of any sense of entitlement. We thoroughly investigated all of the Schools in the Olney and Potomac areas and St.Johns stood out for its academic rigor, arts programs and character building approach. It represents real VALUE in today’s private school market. Our family strongly recommends STJES!
Submitted by parent on October 27, 2019

We have been at St. John’s for 8 years. This school has changed our children’s lives for the better. They wake up up every morning and look forward to going to a place where they are known, respected and loved. The academic rigor has inspired them to strive for excellence. We are so grateful to have made the decision to send our 2 children to St. John’s.
Submitted by parent on June 16, 2019

Top notch - five stars all the way.
Submitted by parent on October 24, 2018

Faculty and staff are attentive to the parents' and students' needs. My daughter is VERY happy at St. John's and is excelling well beyond her grade level academically. We couldn't ask for better.
Submitted by parent on October 24, 2018

Extremely positive. Our kids graduated a number of years ago and I have remained involved with the school and am currently a Trustee. They took from St. John's a great education and strong moral compasses - went on to great high schools, colleges, and graduate schools and are successful young professional now. Thank you St. John's!
Submitted by parent on October 18, 2018

We were new to the St. John's family last year and could not be happier. Our then 5th grader integrated in so easily. She made new friends, and is thriving under the tutilage of a fine faculty. Now a 6th grader, she is more than prepared to excel and meet the challenges of the rigorous academics. Our family is incredibly grateful we found St. John's. Our daughter is trying things we never dreamed of like cross country, soccer, art club, and is involved in the special OASIS music program. This music program is outstanding.
Submitted by parent on October 12, 2018

My husband and I decided to enroll our daughter in the St. John’s Episcopal School Pre-K 3 class when traditional child care was not working for us. I assumed that we would enroll her in St. John’s for the two years of Pre-K 3 and Pre-K 4, and when the time rolled around for kindergarten, we would place her in a Montgomery County public school (as Montgomery county is recognized for its excellent schools). However, the teachers and staff at St. John’s have made our decision to stay with St. John’s well worth it. Our daughter, and now our son, have met wonderful friends, and enjoy participating in all of the activities that the teachers and staff painstakingly take the time to plan. From a parent's perspective, we love the small class sizes, and the fact that the teachers make our children comfortable and happy. Additionally we have witnessed firsthand the success of the school’s work on character development, as all of the students are exceptionally polite, and friendly. Not only has St. John’s provided a warm, safe, and fun environment for our children, but it also does not hurt that our children have really excelled academically during the course of their education with St. John’s. I never thought I would send my kids to a private school, because I just could not understand how they were worth the extra cost, but after five wonderful years, my husband and I know that because of the faculty and staff at St. John's, no matter what, our children will stay for the long run. We love the school!
Submitted by parent on September 25, 2018

We love this school. It has been such a welcome relief academically and socially from public school. Our kids love being at this school.
Submitted by parent on September 14, 2018

Excellent experience for my daughter. Helped give her a great solid educational foundation.
Submitted by parent on July 30, 2018

We have enjoyed our experience, so far. We plan to keep our children here until they graduate from 8th grade. It’s a warm and welcoming school. Our child has thrived from being at St John’s and, with another child entering kindergarten, we expect the same.
Submitted by parent on May 30, 2018

Our child was a student in the upper school only. His/her experience was absolutely horrible. He/she experienced PTSD after attending this school which required counseling to heal. I am so sorry that we selected this school for him/her.
Submitted by parent on January 27, 2018

My son has been at St. John's for 3 years and we couldn't be more pleased. The school has a great since of community, faith and education. The teachers and leadership partner with the parents so we are always on the same page when it comes to our son's education and social development. We love this place!
Submitted by parent on November 30, 2017

We moved our Son from the public school in 7th grade. We are thrilled with the focus on academics and character development of each student. The teachers devote time to each student and develop a challenging curriculum to meet each students needs to keep them striving, engaged and excited to learn. We wish we had made the change sooner as the environment is wonderful and provides a great community for our child to learn in and from.
Submitted by parent on November 15, 2017

My husband & I are so pleased with St. John's & they way they teach each of our daughters, who are very different learners from each other. We were told that the school teaches differentially, to make sure each student gets the tools they need to succeed, & it's absolutely true. We feel secure that our girls are in a safe, nurturing environment, where they can concentrate on their studies & be themselves.
Submitted by teacher on September 22, 2017

St. John's is a phenomenal school! Students work each month on a trait for future success (Organization, Persistence, Flexibility, etc.) and the development of students' character and the academic mind is the foremost focus of the school. The school's community is a close-knit group of families, teachers, administrators, the parishm, and alumni all working towards the future successes of StJES's students.