Recently parents were asked why they send their daughters to the Academy of the Holy Family. Their responses are as follows.

“My husband and I chose The Academy of the Holy Family for a few reasons. Our daughter comes from a large family and we have quite a bit invested in our children. It is no longer easy to keep children protected from a lot of the negative influences in the schools and my husband and I are determined to give them the tools and guidance necessary in order to be the best they can be. We knew that by sending our daughter to the Academy, she would feel safe; that she would be surrounded by teachers that deeply care about her education and morals, and that she could be herself and not be concerned with doing things to "fit in.” The friendships she makes over the next few years will be important ones. We have peace knowing that our daughter is surrounded by goodness, and that her Catholic religion is part of her day-to-day activities. The education she receives will be laying the ground work for her future. We know that her opportunities in the future are only increased because of attending the academy.”

“When I was looking for a school to send my daughter to study, I needed it to fulfill certain aspects that for me are very important. I wanted it to be a Catholic School, all girls, in preference to be run by nuns and to have an atmosphere of family and human warmth. When I started to read and learn about the philosophy of the Academy of the Holy Family it gave me the security that it was the best option that I could choose for my daughter and at the present time I am sure that thus it was. “

“Reasons why AHF:
-All women, less distractions for my daughter
-Sports program enabled them to be challenged, grow and develop all their abilities
small so I know that my child is given adequate attention by the teachers
-Christian school- I know the child isn’t being taught anything different from what I teach at home”

“I wanted my daughter to attend the Academy of the Holy Family for many reasons. I think she will do much better in a smaller school .She struggled in middle school which had 800 students .I felt she slipped through the cracks. My daughter has been at the academy for two weeks now and since the first day as she walked down the front stairs to come home she has had a smile on her face. She loves it there! On her first day she came home telling me about all the new friends she made. She didn't want to join anything before starting, She is now on the soccer team. The Sisters and the girls got her right out of her shell . My daughter has the chance to meet wonderful girls from all over the world who board there and learn from them about their culture. I couldn't be happier for her and my choice to have her join the Academy of The Holy Family. The Sisters are always there for the students and the parents. I receive emails all the time as things are happening with the school. We are very informed about everything. I feel it is an awesome school with a great education for the girls who attend. It's the best thing I could have done for my daughter.”

“The Academy of the Holy Family is a unique boarding school. Young women from the US and around the world become family as they study and play hard to prepare for their lives as adults. The discipline and consistent structure provide the framework for fine study and life habits. The Sisters are role models as intelligent, educated women, genuine in their commitment to high standards of academics and Catholic living, and examples of kind and embracing community life.”

“Our daughter (who is in 10th grade) immediately adapted to the rigors of school life and has also mentioned that the field trips are many, varied and fun!”

“A good seed needs good soil and good gardener. When we first saw your website, we could feel love & joy; we made the decision that is the school for our girl.”

“We made the decision to send our daughter to the Academy of the Holy Family for various reasons. For starters, we made the decision to send our daughter to the Academy of the Holy Family because our public school system wasn’t meeting our expectations for our daughter’s education or social life. Our child was not progressing at the academic level we thought she should. We knew by transferring her to the Academy of the Holy Family she would be in a safe environment, where she would be taught success, morals, values and of course, religion. We are very pleased with the open communication with the school staff and the family environment of the academy.”

“An all-girl-catholic high school is hard to find. Away from home in a different country, even harder. After extensive statistical analysis of possible schools for our daughter, we finally decided to accept the recommendation of a friend: healthy secure environment with firm values we share.”

“Girls that have been at the AHF graduate mature and happy!”

“We did not had a chance to physically see the Academy until we (the whole family) dropped off Maria . . . a very pleasant surprise as it exceeded our expectations in every way: order, experience, respect and friendship is everywhere! Although we live in Mexico (90% Catholic) it was very pleasant for us to see a very large group of Sisters helping, greeting, saying goodbye on the patio on our arrival. Wow! So far, the perfect school for Maria!”

“My wife and I chose The Academy because we were disenchanted with the public school system. We wanted our daughter to have a high quality education without the everyday distractions that occur in a public school setting. We felt the AHF atmosphere, combined with the school's track record, provided a positive, nurturing environment that would be conducive to learning and better position our daughter for admittance to a good college or university."

“In response to your query, I'd reply that my husband and I decided on the Academy of the Holy Family because after visiting we felt that the teachers really cared about their students. At the larger schools we looked at there were many nice staff and faculty members, but there seemed to be a lack of individual attention at the other schools.”

“One of the reasons I sent my daughter to the Academy of the Holy Family was because I wanted her to grow spiritually. My daughter told me that the Academy of the Holy Family was her second family. I also knew that the Sisters of Charity were very holy and they would rub off on my daughter. As time went by, I witnessed unity within the girls as they played sports together and helped each other out with their personal problems. So, just a few words I can think of at this moment are: Family-Unity-Spirituality-Holy-Loving-Caring.”

“I home schooled my 15 year old daughter for her entire school career, and thought that I would never find a school which was authentically Catholic and academically challenging, until I discovered the Academy of the Holy Family. The Sisters of Charity of Mary, Mother of the Church offer her example of traditional yet vibrant religious life; the international students offer her close friendships with an international flavor. The all girls environment gives her the confidence to be herself, while providing her the rigorous academics and good study skills needed for college. Lessons in Christian living are learned by the example of the sisters as well as by her own experience of running a pro-life conference, a Christmas party for the neighborhood, and raising money for missions. My daughter’s faith life has blossomed as much as her academic ability and I would recommend Academy of the Holy Family to mothers who want a solid Catholic education for their daughters. "

“I was concerned about the environment in today’s public schools and looking for EXCEPTIONAL education rich in tradition, academics, sports, activities and fun. The Academy of the Holy Family was able to offer small classes, individualized attention and guidance in a private, all girls, Roman Catholic setting in rural New England. Not only is the Academy of the Holy Family where “friends become family”, it is also WHERE YOUNG GIRLS LEARN TO BECOME YOUNG WOMEN… I wouldn’t think of sending my daughter anywhere else!”