based on 5 reviews
Apostles Lutheran School
5828 Santa Teresa Boulevard
San Jose, CA
95123
(408) 578-4800
http://www.apostlessj.org/School
By: parent
Date: April, 2007
I was pleased to find Apostles Lutheran School for my child. The most important factor for me was the administration's (principal,teachers, and pastors) belief that a child should be taught God's word from the Bible and not their version/opinion of the Bible. My child's Christ centered education is very important. In addition, the academics are excellent with test scores being above state averages. The school offers a K1/K2 kindergarten and evaluated my child for the proper class. The teacher is wonderful and is always available for conferences (e-mail or person) to discuss my child's academics, behavior, interaction, or any other issue. The tuition is reasonable for an excellent private school education. A 15 week Bible Class is required for parents with free child care during class time (one day a week). The class should not be an issue for true believers in God. I highly recommend Apostles Lutheran School.
By: parent
Date: April, 2007
As a parent of two children in Apostles since Kindergarten/1st grade, ( one has graduated and is now in high school honors program for math, science, & english, the other is in 7th grade) I'm very pleased with the direction the school has taken since the introduction of the new principal in 2005. There have been improvements in the science & computer programs. All classes (1 thru 8) now have Spanish as a second language as part of the standard curriculum. Parent involvement depends on the parent being willing to get involved. Teachers regularly send out (or post on the school website) weekly notes for the academic & social activities. There are two annual plays done by the K-4th( in the fall) and 5th-8th (in the spring), the music program has grown to include piano & handbells. The before and after school care starts at 6:30AM & closes at 6:00PM
By: Your Neighbor
Date: September, 2005
Welcome to a great website. As a parent looking for a school, there is nothing better than the ability to make an informed decision. Greatschools.net appears to provide that opportunity. I have only recently become the principal of Apostles (July 2005). Yet, I am excited by the opportunities I see and desire to develop at our school. Looking over records, our school has consistantly offered a well-rounded academic program where children perform above national and state averages on standardized tests. In addition, I believe our school makes education complete by providing spiritual, emotional and social education rooted in the love of Jesus. These things added together with a strong partnership between the home and school (which takes dedication from parents and teachers) ensures children reach their absolute potential. And as long as I have the opportunity to serve at Apostles, that is the goal: through the help of God, children reach their absolute potential for now and in eternity. I welcome your comments and questions any time as you consider a school for your child.
By: teacher
Date: August, 2005
Apostles has a high standard of academic excellence. There are musical arts opportunites for students in all grades. Sports are available for students in grades 5-8.
By: parent
Date: May, 2005
Apostles has a Christian based quality cirriculum. most teachers are excellent. My child has learned a great deal on a variety of topics. music, art, sports, drama, and clubs are availible after school. Parent involvement is moderate, it depends on the teachers. some teachers are sensitive to feedback. the current administration has difficulty adressing parent concerns and some teachers want to run thier class independent of feedback and what is best for the class/child. test scores are higher than average. people are friendly and caring. they have an afterschool program for child care which has activites but is not structured.
