I love Regina Coeli Academy. It has a challenging curriculum that thoroughly prepares the students…read morefor high school and gives them an opportunity to excel. My two high school students who graduated from RCA have received honors every year at the private high schools they attend. The teachers encourage and nuture the students giving them a true love of learning. The teachers are amazing in their ability to really see the students as individuals, to get to know them and to help them to see their own potential. My faith is important to me and RCA teaches the children to value themselves and others for who they are: children of God. Finally the school community supports each other in our shared goal of raising good and decent children who will positively influence the world around them. Regina Coeli Academy is a school that feels like a family.

From the owner: Regina Coeli Academy is a Pre-K through 8th grade Catholic, Classical Academy located in Abington,…read morePA. Pre-K, K are Montessori based. Regina Coeli Academy offers the same core classes found in traditional schools, with an increased emphasis on Great Books, rhetoric (public speaking) and critical thinking. RCA accentuates the root identity of Catholic education, with a strong loyalty to the Magisterium of the Catholic Church, while offering the riches of a classical education that help create skills that promote joy, a "love of learning" and success.

We sent our son to Stone Hill Learning Center from kindergarten through tenth grade. I always…read moreconsidered Stone Hill Learning Center a prep school a la carte. You can pick the classes you want to take and either do the rest at home or find other venues. We took full advantage of the school, leaving only math that my brilliantly mathematical husband covered for my son and some of his peers in our own home. Stone Hill offers classical education -- the humanities and sciences, as well as language -- in small classes, at a very rigorous pace, and at very affordable rates. By high school most students qualify for advanced classes in just about every subject. Our own son elected to take college classes at Rutgers and Temple his junior and senior years of high school and now he is graduating college in three years; a huge saving for us. Stone Hill definitely prepared him for the rigors of college education. Homeschooling is a great way to develop and educate your child, and Stone Hill Learning Center is a huge help in providing a disciplined learning environment, high academic standards, and fellowship among other demanding homeschoolers. Taking a full load of classes just three days a week, Tuesdays through Thursdays, gives your student an excellent education with plenty of time for your student to explore his or her creative endeavors or for long weekend field or family trips. We are so glad and grateful we found Stone Hill Learning Center during our son's homeschooling years.

From the owner: Stone Hill Learning Center provides academic classes and support for homeschooled students in…read moreCentral NJ. Teacher-directed, small, seminar-style classes range from kindergarten through high school.

I am so glad I chose Guardian Angels Regional School for my children. They are learning and…read moregrowing every day. The teachers are invested in the success of the students and there is plenty of opportunity for parent involvement. They have sports, choir and other activities in addition to their strong academics. My children are receiving a well rounded education that will prepare them for high school.

Guardian Angels Regional School provides a superb, well-rounded education. Over the past year, my…read morechildren have grown tremendously in their faith and developed an appreciation for what it means to be part of the Catholic community. I value that GARs teaches Spelling, Phonics and Grammar individually to develop better writing and reading skills. In addition to the traditional subjects of Reading/Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies-GARs offers the children special area subjects that include Music, Art, Spanish and Technology. The teachers are dedicated and nurturing, while providing individualized support to each student. My children are very well-rounded and enjoy going to school each day and participating in the unique activities and celebrations throughout the school year. My children were previously in public school and I made the switch in 2021. I couldn't be happier with my decision to have my children in Guardian Angels Regional School. -Elissa C.

I attended this school from 4th through 10th grade. I have since learned that the school dropped…read moretheir 9th and 10th grade classes. At the time when I attended the school, there was a lot of time where we as students were left unsupervised. This led to a lot of difficult situations, one of which greatly injured me physically. While I was recovering, I was constantly getting calls from the school discouraging me from pursuing legal recourse, indicating that I was not a "true xian" if I sought out legal recompense. Well, my parents were in charge of such decisions at the time. And being devout to the church as they were, no legal recourse was pursued, much to the delight of the school at the time. Back then it was called Greater Philadelphia Junior Academy (GPJA). I attended a "reunion" there in the '10s. The Home and School leader asked me if I would consider sending my children to this school. My response: "Why would I ever do that? What have my children ever done to me?" The H&S leader quietly slunk away (this person was a classmate of my older sibling who attended this school as well). That is honestly how I feel about this school. There was a time when all of us as students were forced to gather in the auditorium/gymnasium for "Monday Morning Singspiration." It was just more indoctrination and trying to suppress independent thought. If you want your children to grow up as healthy, rational, critically thinking individuals, do not send them to this school. But if you're a SDA parent looking to send your kid to a private school in the Philadelphia suburbs, you're likely going to ignore everything in this review. Suit yourself.

I usually dont give reviews; however, I felt compelled to share my experience with HVCA having had…read morethe opportunity to meet and interract with the the new principal that started in August 2019, Mr. Chris Ebenizer. I gave a 4 star raiting because I feel that there is room for improvement; however, this is a nice place for children to be... where they feel safe and empowered! In a short time the new principal has put measures in place to restore/ensure that the school is a place where children respect their elders and each other. He has expressed to us specific academic skills onitiatives and is beief that Education and the love of God are paramount. The teachers (some new) are engaging with the kids at all levels. Soft skills such as listening and courtesy are being instilled... Values such as good manners and team work are being demonstrated on a daily basis as well. My wife and I make it a point to visit and we have observed these things. My son who we just enrolled in 1st grade loves the care and support from his Teacher Mrs. Rodriquez. She emphasizes disipline in education and often 'goes the extra mile' to show them love and encouragement in a Christian way. For example: my son was treated unkindly on the playground by an older child 2 weeks ago. He was nervous about speaking up at the time; but, upon telling my wife and I, we reported the incident on the same day. The principal and respective teachers met in the evening and responded by counseling each child individually the next day and followed up with both and ensured that the older child apologized and they now get along with no additional reported incidents. So, I do not know what caused people to say bad things about HVCA last year specifically; but, this experience is my testimony to the great environment for learning that is being cultivated currently... We did not receive this level of expected responsiveness with my son's development at public school where he was last year. Hence we looked for a nurturing environment and feel we have found it. This team that is managing the school is making a huge dufference. From my perspective, they have proven to be a loving, knowledgable and capable staff under Mr Ebenizer. I personally expect great things to develop from this environment that he is creating! Thank you HVCA team for all you do for these wonderful children!

My daughter attends this school and absolutely lives it. She…read moreis thriving and the school seems to be pretty competitive with many bright young stars. It is also a good value compared to other local private schools.

My oldest started at Mary Mother of the Redeemer (MMR) in Kindergarten, and we've loved it ever…read moresince. I now have 3 children there, from Pre-K to middle school. I love the community there, as it's very welcoming and supportive. My children are very happy there, and they've made some great friends (as have we as parents). I was first drawn to MMR because it was familiar; I went to Catholic grade school. I've been really pleased to see how progressive the school is, academically and technologically. If you're looking for smaller class sizes, a sense of community, and an education based in morals and values, MMR is a great option.