Testimonials

Interested in what the parents of some of our students have to say about Glenburnie ? Read on ...

"My husband and I have always been glad that we stuck it out on the waiting list until my son could attend Glenburnie School. We've been happy with the scholastic program. More important though, has been the guidance and genuine care that my son has experienced at school from all the staff. The teachers have been amazing!"

"Thank you for the outstanding Grade Eight Graduation Ceremony! And Thank you so much for creating an environment where my son and the other graduates could grow and thrive! Glenburnie School has given them a platform that will ensure their success in high school and beyond."

"This is our first year at Glenburnie. Our 2 girls have had a very rewarding and great year. They truly love this school! Your teachers and staff are all wonderful!"

"A special thanks for taking the time to see my daughter not just for who she is but for who she could be. I know no matter what her future holds, she will be a better person because of the Glenburnie influence, as well as the wonderful people who have worked with her."

"We are impressed with the way the educational needs of each child are quickly identified and tackled and with the warm, caring, nurturing environment, characteristic of a smaller school."

"After visiting several schools in the area, we were attracted to Glenburnie by the Director’s (Mrs. Sweet) pride and passion . . . which was obvious throughout the whole school. You were able to see that the school offers, in almost all areas, everything that a large school with more funds could offer. Yet it still maintains an intimate relationship with those involved. I love the parent involvement that Glenburnie encourages."

"Glenburnie provides enriched education, using new and interesting teaching programs, which better fit today's demands . . . the School is well equipped, uses cutting edge materials and has implemented computer education early in [the curriculum]."

"The level of professionalism is very high, yet everyone is very approachable and friendly. More interest was expressed in [our daughter] and what she was about, versus the parents ¾ which is how it should be."

"The teachers are committed to each and every student's success and project a sense of pride in their students’ work. There is an obvious care and concern for children [here]."

"Glenburnie was recommended by Appleby College, as one to check out. We walked in and looked no further! The classrooms had a warm cozy feeling and Mrs. Sweet impressed us with her knowledge and dedication! "

"At Glenburnie, everyone smiles and says hello and our children are identified by all staff members on a 'name' basis rather than just treated as another 'student' in the school. Parents are also known on a 'name' basis, which leads to better communication. It is always easy to set up an impromptu meeting with our children’s teachers to get a progress report on their work and classroom behaviour."

"We were taken with the philosophy of a practical life skills approach to education … providing real life learning for today's world. "

"Glenburnie delivers a fine balance among the academic, social, physical, and creative aspects, all important in the education of children."

"The educational atmosphere is very upbeat … the learning happens in a way the kids love so they don't feel forced into learning yet, there is a routine and a bottom line to follow."

"The scope of extra-curricular opportunities is extensive . . . instrumental music programme, varsity sports, drama, computer labs . . ."

"[Our son] feels a greater sense of accomplishment than he experienced in the public school system, which . . . has made a tremendous difference in his personality."

"My fondest memory was when I was given the opportunity to serve as a judge for the Glenburnie Speech Festival. This was an unforgetable experience, which I will cherish for many years. I was quite impressed with the degree of professionalism displayed by these young people. The speeches were very informative, dealt with mature subjects, and showed a great degree of research and preparation."