St Philip’s School

Demanding of character and academics, this school makes the world a better place.

In case you didn’t know, St. Philips is a private catholic school for grades K-​8, and from what I’ve observed during my time there — it is a GREAT school.
When I was laid-​off and searching for a job, I found out there was a spot open for an after school care aide. I had worked with kids before (doing volunteer work at hospitals) — and luckily for me, I guess that helped me land the gig. I had to go through the usual background check, etc. but since St. Philips is a Catholic school, I also had to become certified in the VIRTUS program; which I think just goes to show how serious they take education and working with children. (More information about that here:
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Anyway, the school is located in a great area — it feels very safe, there’s a gated entrance, ample parking, a brand new playground, and relatively new building structures (2009) — in fact, there is a lovely tile mosaic that runs along the side of the walls each individually painted by students and other members of the St. Philips community. And, it is very much, a tight knit community. Morale is very high, the kids are crazy energetic, and everyone I’ve met and worked with really seemed to love their jobs.
What’s also very special about St. Philips is that it is one of the very few elementary schools I know of that have a drama program. And a decent one at that! I’ve seen quite a few plays, and the level of talent always surprises me.
Looking back on it all now — it was a really fun and educational time for me. If you have children and are thinking of sending them here, I highly recommend it!