St Thomas The Apostle School

4510 North 24th Street

Phoenix, AZ 85016

21 Reviews

School District
Grade

PK-8
Type

private

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on February 07, 2020

Excellent. What a blessing St. Thomas has been to our family. We will forever be grateful for this community and the friendships and live long friends we, as well as our children have made.
Submitted by parent on December 11, 2019

This is our first year in the 3’s program and our family couldn’t be happier with the decision we made to enroll in St Thomas. Looking forward to many Great years in our new community.
Submitted by parent on May 28, 2019

Our family has had a fantastic experience at STA and we look forward to the years ahead.
Submitted by parent on May 25, 2019

Full of faith and tradition. Overall a fabulous school.
Submitted by parent on May 25, 2019

STA is very special place, and I believe it's one of the best things that had ever happened to our family and our kids. It's a small, traditional community where you will get an excellent education and top-notch moral and spiritual development for your children. In my experience, the more you get involved, the better your experience will be. It's an amazing community of people at STA!
Submitted by parent on May 24, 2019

Have had 2 kids graduate and one still there. The Catholic faith is at the forefront of all teaching and shaping the students hearts and minds. The community is amazing because of the parent involvement and there are lots of opportunities to get involved. Teachers and administration excellent. Test scores are always above average nationally and kids are well prepared for rigorous Catholic high schools.
Submitted by parent on May 24, 2019

I have been at STA for many years and watch how each of my children are thriving successfully. I feel so blessed to be at St.Thomas. It feels like a family.
Submitted by parent on May 24, 2019

We love our school, community is the best!! There is no place like STA!
Submitted by parent on May 24, 2019

STA is an amazing community who welcomes all, encourages all, and loves all! We are on family in Christ!
Submitted by parent on January 08, 2018

By far the best school we could have hoped for. The structure and depth of curriculum that they provide is balanced by emphasis in virtue and character development of each child. The best decision we made for our 4 children was to bring them to STA. Phenomenal teachers, administration, parents and kids with a community feel that is unparalleled.
Submitted by other on April 11, 2017

Amazing school! They prepare them for life both educationally and spiritually! My children are so happy there!
Submitted by other on December 12, 2016

We have four children attending St. Thomas the Apostle (STA) school (7th, 6th and 2nd grade). We transferred to STA in January 2016. What immediately stood out for us was the warm welcome into the STA familly by staff, parents and students. We feel very much included in the STA Community that is dedicated to teaching our future men and women strength of character, providing high quality education of the mind and the heart and a true following of our Catholic teachings (which are seen in practice each and every day!) We love STA and have not looked back or questioned our decision to move four children mid year. It was the right decision and we are reaping the benefits!!
Submitted by parent on April 07, 2016

St. Thomas provides a fantastic environment for kids to learn and families to grow. We are very excited to be a part of the community that is dedicated to education of the mind and the heart. Building character following Catholic teachings are emphasized in the classroom as well in day to day interactions with staff, classmates and parents. We love STA!
Submitted by parent on October 25, 2013

Great school with solid fundamentals. We have loved the preK and the kindergarten levels so far. A wonderful community of parents, as well.
Submitted by parent on May 23, 2012

We have had a tremendous experience at St. Thomas. Our three children have each benefited by a strong curriculum, faculty and administrative leadership. The principal Mary Coffman is exceptional in every way. The school has high expectations for teachers, students and parents. There are no free riders at STA. Faith and values are demonstrated not only in the classroom but by the examples of the administration, teachers and religious (nuns/sisters) who serve the community. The students and families are dedicated to creating a positive environment for students to excel. The only element that Catholic schools should change, including STA, is the grading scale which requires a 94% to receive an A. Every student can find success at the school but it does require effort by each parent. Bottom line - STA is a wonderful place where students benefit from both a strong faith filled culture and high academic standards. In my opinion, it is one of the very best schools in Phoenix.
Submitted by parent on February 23, 2012

My son is in 4th grade, having attended STA since Kindergarten. He has received a wonderful academic education and is also receiving a very traditional Catholic education. Check the diocesan website and you will find that student averages in all grade levels are at least one grade level above their current grade. The school ranks consistently in the top 5% nationwide on the Iowa Test of Basic Skills. Most of the families are very involved and are expected to donate their time and/or money to the school. We have had nothing but good experiences with our son's teachers and the administration. Make no mistake about it. The pastor definitely controls the church and the school. It is no democracy, so if you are thinking of enrolling your child, you need to trust in the pastor's leadership. If you want your child to have "rights" to express himself through sloppy clothes and disrespectful language, if your child has behavioral problems, if you have a disdain for grooming and dress codes or if you are a professional victim and expect people to cater to you without yourself first making an effort to participate and become part of the community, you will be happier elsewhere.
Submitted by parent on January 30, 2012

This have been my child's first and last year at this school. Many of the reviews state that the value of the educations it top notch. I have to disagree with those statements. My child had had a difficult time adjusting to the new environment because the work resembles what was being tough last year. The school does show favoritism to those with money and time to devote to the school. My child has felt bullied and singled out. As a parent I have also experiences this first hand. When dealing with the teachers, I have been belittled and talked down to, my parenting style have been called into question on many occasions. Not all teacher have acted in this manner. The school would be a better place if staff were evaluated for by the success of there students and not who they know. I would not recommend this school to anyone that whats to promote free thought in their household. If you are looking for a better educational environment look some place else.
Submitted by parent on February 27, 2011

Decent school, but not open to improvement or new ideas. It is run like a dictatorship and despite a school board and faculty, nothing, I mean nothing happens here unless the church's pastor says so and he is NOT open to change at all. I prefer a more collaborative environment where teachers and parents can contribute and continually improve the school....where a school board and not just one man can decide what is best for the school. For that reason, I give it an "unsatisfactory" rating.
Submitted by parent on June 16, 2009

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