What Catholic education means to me?

My Catholic education means carrying Christ in my heart wherever I go, doing what is right even when it’s hard to do and to never stop loving those around me. As I continue my journey through life, I’ll forever hold St. Bar-nabas in my heart while cherishing the memories and the people.

What makes Catholic education distinctive?

Our school is a community of learning with a distinctive educational philosophy which is based on the Gospels which permeate all its activities. It is attentive to the needs of each individual child. The curriculum is seen as a unity in which religious and secular elements cannot be separated.

Why are Catholic private schools cheaper?

Religious schools tend to be cheaper because of their additional sources of funding and their sometimes larger class sizes. For example, Catholic schools are far less expensive than most independent private schools.

What are the benefits of getting right character development?

9 Powerful Reasons Why Your Moral Character Matters

• Achieve peace of mind. People with character sleep well at night.
• Strengthen trust.
• Build a solid reputation.
• Reduce anxiety.
• Increase leadership effectiveness.
• Build confidence.
• Become a positive role model.
• Live a purpose-driven life.

Do private school students do better at university?

The findings also show that those at private school study 27 percent more ‘facilitating’ A level subjects such as maths, history and biology which are known to be favoured by high-status universities, compared to students in state schools. Pupils in private schools also did better at these facilitating A levels.

Why is character more important than education?

A focus on character seeks to open up hearts and minds. The development of good character is more important than exam success because good character strengths are a greater predictor of success in the university of life than mere exam passes – and it is not at the expense of academic work.

Is private school a tax write off?

Tuition is not tax-deductible In California, as in most states, private school tuition is paid by parents, without significant government support or subsidy. Private school is costly, and not generally tax-deductible.

What are the benefits of character education?

Character education explores feelings and the motivations behind behaviour. The ability to reflect on ones own behaviour, an important component of character education, helps students think about how they can improve their study skills in all subjects, particularly those subjects that they struggle with.