Christ Episcopal School

Reviews

• Submitted by parent on May 04, 2024
  CES has been wonderful for our gifted child, who is in the lower school.We looked carefully at MCPS and Catholic schools and were worried about the huge class sizes and lack of differentiation. We also tried a different private school with small classes and although they said they would ensure our child's educational needs were being met, it just wasn't happening. CES has been impressive. When they say they get to know each child and help them thrive, they're NOT KIDDING, in our experience. For the lower grades where of course there are no tests to show mastery, the teachers conduct formal (but not stressful) one-on-one assessments on a regular basis - quarterly, I believe. They use these not only to help kids who are struggling, but also to make sure that once a child has mastered a skill, the child can *move forward.* SOOOO different than the "if you finish your class work quickly you can do some enrichment" approach!While remaining with age-peers (which we feel appropriate right now emotionally and socially), our child is working on different curricula based on what's been mastered. So the teacher is working with our child one year ahead in one area, and several years ahead in another. Our child is happy and thriving.
• Submitted by parent on April 17, 2024
  Christ Episcopal School excels in providing a personalized educational experience with a strong emphasis on both academic excellence and character development. Our oldest transferred to CES during the pandemic. Three years later, we have two kids in the lower school that are thriving. Every teacher knows every student - even in other grades. Middle schoolers know lower school students - where does that happen? There is a big emphasis on community.The curriculum is fantastic - rigorous and personalized. Character development is integral. Our family enthusiastically supports CES and plan on attending through 8th grade.
• Submitted by other on March 26, 2024
  As the new priest here at Christ Episcopal Parish I have a unique perspective of this amazing educational experience. Christ Episcopal School not only offers an outstanding education, but engages and encourages all students in the appreciation of learning and caring for others. The small class size offers in depth interpersonal activity and a natural appeal to participate in activities. Fantastic School!
• Submitted by parent on December 01, 2023
  I have been pleased with my son’s experience at Christ Episcopal School. The academics are solid and there is a focus on building character and community. A small student-teacher ratio ensures that students get individualized attention and support when needed. The faculty and staff here are engaged and care about students’ success and well-being.
• Submitted by parent on November 16, 2023
  We recently enrolled our daughter in the preschool program at Christ Episcopal School in Rockville, Maryland, and it has been an absolutely wonderful experience. The school offers a nurturing and engaging environment that has significantly contributed to her love for learning. The teachers are incredibly caring and attentive, always going the extra mile to ensure each child feels valued and supported. The curriculum is thoughtfully designed to stimulate curiosity and creativity, perfectly blending educational activities with fun. We’re particularly impressed with the emphasis on developing both academic and social skills, preparing children for their future educational journey. It’s heartwarming to see our daughter so excited about going to school each day. We highly recommend Christ Episcopal School to any parents considering a preschool for their child. It’s a place where young minds are cherished and encouraged to grow.
• Submitted by parent on November 15, 2023
  CES truly is a special place. The teachers and staff are caring, devoted and accessible. The core academic curriculum is strong, while still allowing plenty of opportunity for arts, recess/outdoor time and life skills. One of the most appealing aspects for us is the close community. We love being a part of this amazing school family and our kids are thriving here. We have experienced the school from preschool through middle school and highly recommend it!
• Submitted by parent on November 14, 2023
  We have been involved with CES for the past 7 years. We were drawn to the school because of its community feel, friendly admissions, and small class size. And also the convenient location. The students are all friends, regardless of grade and so, are the parents. We love that chapel is a part of their weekly schedule. The school is affordable. The teachers are approachable. And there are many opportunities for leadership for the kids. The staff/parent communication is awesome and there are many opportunities for parents to be involved with the school. The musicals are also a blast as well as the many school lead activites. The academic curriculum is manageable and the school supports diverse learning styles.
• Submitted by parent on November 13, 2023
  As a grandparent of a 7th grader, I am so impressed with the emphasis and cultivation of character traits, such as perseverance, self-discipline, respect, responsibility, etc with these growing children. To watch my grandson display these traits routinely with family and friends is heart warming. The school goes the extra mile to provide varied resources and opportunities to each child, such as field trips, camping trips, yoga classes, finance classes, chess classes, etc.I have watched my grandson become a well-rounded, self-assured, intellectual young man getting ready for high school because of the caring found in CES
• Submitted by parent on November 13, 2023
  We love this school. My child is happy to go to school everyday and is learning so much. The classes are small and nurturing and teachers provide a great deal of attention to each student. This is truly a unique environment where children are respectful and taught to develop their character in addition to taking on rigorous academics. We are grateful to have found this school and encourage parents to check it out!
• Submitted by parent on November 09, 2023
  Christ Episcopal School is a great place to learn, with small class sizes that allow students to get the individualized attention they need to thrive. The teachers are dedicated and caring, and the students are engaged and motivated. I highly recommend this school to anyone looking for a positive and supportive learning environment.
• Submitted by parent on May 24, 2023
  Moved from a different school and I couldn’t be happier with this school. It’s a small class so teachers know the students and parents really well. Teachers are top notch, and I can feel that they care greatly about their students. There is PE everyday too which I appreciate, and active community engagement. My kid’s reading got so much better due to small class size and individualized teaching, and the entire school knows her. I made friends easily with the parents here. Our family love this school!
• Submitted by other on March 26, 2023
  CES is a really loving environment. The teachers and principal really do care about all the kids. Some days for gym class, you’ll even see them head over to the local park for hikes and experiential learning. It’s just awesome!
• Submitted by parent on May 20, 2022
  CES is a small school with engaging teachers which has helped our son be motivated to learn and thrive as an individual. The interdisciplinary approach to academics (English/Social Studies/Geography) strengthens writing skills. Daily PE with both sports and fitness is a plus for active boys! We love the diverse yet close-knit parent community and supportive school administration. Chapel time brings the whole school together, reinforcing character values in the Cardinal Character program while the Episcopalian philosophy welcomes students of all faiths. We are so pleased we joined CES 2 years ago after our son struggled in the large classrooms in public school. We feel CES is the best value for education and best investment in our child’s future.
• Submitted by parent on June 20, 2021
  Wonderful school and community with small class sizes. The teachers and staff are amazing - caring, engaging and very attentive to each child's specific learning needs. I love that the classes are small enough that the teachers really know my children's abilities and areas that need more improvement. The small size also allows them to have a very active voice and role in the class and community.
• Submitted by parent on December 31, 2020
  Christ Episcopal School (CES) is the hidden gem of schools in the Rockville, MD area. My daughter has attended since she was 2 years old. Now, as a 4th grader, she has strong academic skills and is a well-rounded and caring student. Her teachers over the years have instilled in her a love of learning and supported her growth both intellectually and socially. CES school staff are committed to more than just the academic piece of school. School days are filled with opportunities for students to work collaboratively and participate in "specials" such as Art, Music, Spanish, Violin (starting in grade 2), and daily PE. Enrichment opportunities (such as pottery, chess, and soccer) are provided on campus after-school hours and the CES camps (winter, spring break, and summer) are fabulous! CES' commitment to developing the "whole child" is outstanding! Even during the current hybrid model, CES teachers have gone above and beyond assuring that their students are learning and thriving. If you are looking for a school where your child will be engaged in learning, challenged, and love going to school, CES is the right choice.
• Submitted by parent on December 29, 2020
  I LOVED attending CES. The caring, supportive atmosphere along with highly individualized attention and guidance creates a wonderful and highly effective grade school learning experience, one that prepped me very well for high school and undergrad. The teachers are committed, kind, and dedicated to seeing the success and happiness of each child. They truly care. My nieces now both attend the school and love it as much as my sister and I did. I can’t recommend this school more.
• Submitted by parent on December 19, 2020
  I am a current parent and would highly recommend CES. CES has been such a blessing to our family. My daughter graduated from 8th grade a few years ago and was accepted into a private high school's STEM program. I currently have a son in middle school and I cannot brag enough about the teachers. They go above and beyond to make sure our students are challenged. The overwhelming support my son has received from his teachers have been incredible. CES was able to adjust to the virtual setting seamlessly. For example, during the virtual setting, each week we would receive a bag full of rocks, magnifying glass, candy or other materials to accompany the science lesson. The teachers go out their way to make school engaging and fun! The school is now planning for the middle school to return to campus in January 2021. In addition, our current leadership is awesome! She is transparent with the community and we appreciate this. It is truly a close community and great place to send your children.
• Submitted by parent on December 17, 2020
  Our daughter has been going to this school since 2 years old. She is in K now. Having experienced all their preschool classes and K, we just can't stop gushing about it. CES has created this wonderful combination of comfortable intimate family warmth and topnotch academic simulation. It warms our hearts to watch our daughter thriving in this school. And in this pandemic, to be able to still safely attend some in person classes and give our daughter a bit of first time real school experience is just priceless.
• Submitted by parent on December 16, 2020
  We moved to this school from MCPS and have been extremely pleased with our experience. We had actually never considered private school but during the pandemic, realized that virtual learning was not effective for our child. We are so grateful that during this challenging time, we found CES. I remember after the first day of school my child remarked how great it was to be able to participate in class discussions because the classes were small enough for all of the students to engage with the teacher. We have found the teachers to be caring, enthusiastic and to consistently go above and beyond to ensure that each student has his/her individual academic needs met. The curriculum is appropriately challenging and fortunately, due to the small class sizes, each child is able to receive the individual attention necessary to succeed. In addition to the strong academics, I am also very pleased that my child has P.E. every single day and the school makes an effort to ensure that the children engage in a wide variety of sports and physical activity. In sum, during the time my child has attended the school I have seen a level of growth and confidence that is such a pleasure to witness. Equally important, my child has developed solid time management and study skills that have contributed to a successful experience. However, what has made me the happiest about our decision to attend CES, is that for the first time in several years, my child is actually enthusiastic about learning and truly enjoys going to school every day.
• Submitted by parent on October 22, 2020
  This is a warm and loving, family-like community with excellent academics. I graduated from CES myself, very well prepared for high school, college and the business world. It was always my hope to send my own kids there and thankfully they are having the same experience I did. I cannot stress enough the quality of the amazing teachers and staff at this school. They are truly one of a kind. In addition to a strong academic curriculum the school offers daily PE, art, music, Spanish and a wide variety of after school enrichment classes. During Covid, they were able to pivot to distance learning immediately and successfully, adapting as they learned what worked best for the kids. They currently have Kindergarten in person full time, with serious attention to safety procedures that we have been very comfortable with. Other grades are in a hybrid model with the same attention to safety while in school and the needs of the kids while learning at home. I am so grateful that my kids are CES students during this pandemic. During a pandemic or not, this school offers a caring environment where kids can thrive emotionally and academically.

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