A Message from the Director
Welcome to St. Francis de Sales School!
It is my privilege to lead a community where faith, learning, and character come together to inspire young minds.
At our school, we are dedicated to fostering an environment where every child feels valued, supported, and empowered to achieve their fullest potential.
Greetings friends and neighbors of the Mohawk Valley!
The team of teachers at St. Francis de Sales School recognizes that children are both with endless wonder and it's our job to nurture it. We understand that every child is unique and are committed to meeting them where they are. Children in our school feel safe, loved, engaged, inspired, curious, and creative.
Our faith-based curriculum is central to everything we do. We believe that raising compassionate, kind, and thoughtful children takes a village. We are proud to be members of that village. At St. Francis de Sales School, we work closely with families to ensure parents are actively involved in their child's integrated educational experience, including their social emotional development. We ignite a child's curiosity and empower them to cultivate a strong sense of self by facilitating developmentally-appropriate learning activities.
What can you expect from your child's St. Francis experience?
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Small class sizes
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Hands-on learning
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Literacy, mathematics, and science
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Music and library exploration
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Outdoor play
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Gardening and plant care
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Baking
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Dramatic play and puppetry
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Movement and physical education
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Family-based co-curricular activities
I warmly invite you to schedule a tour of our school and meet our dedicated teachers. Discover firsthand the unique and enriching learning experience we offer to every child.
Nelli Criqui
Director, St. Francis de Sales School