St. Joseph Catholic School in Bradenton, Florida

“Due to the economic struggles our family was having, we left St. Joe's to attend a local charter school. We looked at it as a private school with no tuition. Boy, what a mistake! The charter was as bad as the public schools. We were not happy with her friends. Immediately, our daughter's grades and study habits went down hill, as well. Luckily, when she went back to St. joe's she regained her academic success. St joe's is certainly worth the tuition.”
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“I could not be more pleased with the middle school education my son receives at St. Joseph's school. My son has always been a good student, but now I feel he is being challenged academically. He enjoys the sports and other activities. The 'house' system has hepled him meet other students in different grades. In these tough economic times, the school is a great value.”
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“I have a 1st grader, 5th grader and 6th grader enrolled at St. Joseph. The academics are excellent and the kids seem to have an edge as they move on to HS. That's what I would expect. What pleases me more is the parent involvement and communication. As a conerned father, it's scary out there. The entire St. Joseph family is committed to keeping the kids on track.”
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“I like the wide variety of classes that a student can take, and I like the number of afterschool activities that are available. The Middle School has a great program called Houses.”
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“As a parent I couldn't be happier with the school program. Our daughter is an honor student in middle school, and she had a wonderful time performing in the school play. We can't wait for our youngest to begin pre-k. I have had a number of parents say how good the teachers are in the pre-k.”
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“I think that ST. Joseph Catholic School is a great school I'm going to the school it is good and great and awusome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!”
This review was posted by a student.

“I'm a father with 2 girls at St. Joe's, 6th and 8th grade. They've gone to no other school. A great eductiaon, well rounded students, teachers and curriculum, and a faith based foundation to the education process. Can't beat it.”
This review was posted by a parent.

“This is our 9 year at Saint Joseph's. While no school is perfect, Saint Joseph continues to impress my husband and me. Our oldest graduated and she was well prepared for high school. We find the faculty to be extremely dedicated and approachable. Most important our children are learning and their happy.”
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“My son entered St. Joseph Catholic School in middle school. He was so nerveous due to the change from a public school to a private school. The teachers made him feel very comfortable and welcomed. He is so much happier now and has a great new set of friends. He looks forward every moring to coming to school. No more fighting to get him out of bed.”
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“A wonerful experience !! - Cortez - May 9, 2008 My son has been at St. Joseph since pre-k and is graduating this year.In all his years at this wonderful school he never once told my ... More My son has been at St. Joseph since pre-k and is graduating this year.In all his years at this wonderful school he never once told my wife or I that he did not want to go to school.He always comes home happy and that means alot to us.Thank you Saint Joseph,s for wondferful experience.”
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“My son has been in St. Joseph Catholic School for four years. The teachers are very caring with good classroom management, the academics are strong with an exceptional reading program, the students are genuinely nice to each other, there is extra-curricular sports beginning in the 5th grade, and the religion program is outstanding. Probably, the most important thing....my son loves school and has developed a love for learning.”
This review was posted by a parent.

“I love St Joseph school. All three of my children attend the school and are very happy there. I have been extremely impressed by the quality of the academic program. More importantly my children receive a sound moral and faith based curriculum across all the subject areas. The school is a really welcoming place and the community spirit is second to none. I drive twenty miles to the school every day because none of the schools in East Manatee county, where we live, is a patch on St Josephs.”
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“St Joseph Catholic School is truly a treasure in Manatee County. This school was a saving grace at a time in my child s life. New to the county, we sought out an environment that would provide strong academics and could help guide and teach faith-based morals and decision making. This school hit the ball out of the park on this level and it exceeded expectations on its academic value. As he graduated and proceeded to high school, the quality of SJCS was extremely apparent when he received all Level 5 scores on the FCAT. The quality of the faculty and staff is exemplary. The family-atmosphere is evident when you walk on the campus for lunch, to volunteer, or attend a school mass. There was no question where my younger children should attend; I am proud to say I am a family member of St. Josephs.”
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“I never thought I could afford a private school, especially one with the quality of Saint Joseph. I was delighted to find out how affordable Saint Joseph was for my family, and my son is finally having the middle school experience he deserves. I was also assured that should my financial situation decline financial assistance was available. Thank you Saint Joseph School.”
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“We currently have 3 children attending SJCS. We have been greatly blessed to be a part of this faith-filled community for 6 years. We have been very happy with the school on every level: excellent academic programs, qualified and caring staff, a family-oriented environment, and a strong Catholic identity.”
This review was posted by a parent.

“St. Joe's is a great school. They provide a great atmosphere for learning. My son is in 3rd grade this year and has been at this school since the beginning. He scores high on aptitude tests as well as his classmates. They have great teachers and great programs. .”
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