Private School in Trumbull, Fairfield County, CT

St. Theresa School:
St. Theresa School is an accredited Catholic school for grades Pre-K through to 8th Grade, located in Trumbull, Fairfield County CT. Bridgeport, New Haven and Milford are just 10 miles or less from our school. We provide an academically challenging curriculum in which all students can learn within the framework of Catholic principles, and we recognize the dignity and uniqueness of each student. Our students regularly score in the top 90% on the IOWA tests. Our graduates go on to attend top High Schools in the area including: St. Joseph, Lauralton Hall, Fairfield Prep, Notre Dame and Trumbull High Agriscience Program. The primary goal is the education and formation of each individual child striving for academic excellence within a faith-centered environment.

Academic Programs:
We have a dedicated faculty and staff that also believes a Catholic Education is the best foundation upon which our children will build successful and faithful lives. we are dedicated to teaching a child as much as possible during each class. Our classrooms are an open and friendly setting that allow students to contribute.

Pre-K 3 and 4 year old Program / Full Day Transitional Kindergarten / Full Day Kindergarten:
We have been serving the community for 18 years with both the Pre-K 3 and Pre-K 4 classes. This year we will also have a full day Transitional Kindergarten Class. We offer both morning and afternoon sessions for both age groups. 

Pre-K curriculum includes:
- Religion
- Academic Skills: letters, numbers, colors & shapes
- Spanish
- Calendar Activities & Weather Board
- Flannel Board Games & Group Activities
- Fine Motor Skills: tracing, cutting, pasting, printing, Play-Doh & lacing
- Perception Skills: drawing, painting & sequencing picture cards
- Gross Motor Skills: parachute, jungle gym, relay races, ball handling, skipping, organized games...
- Songs & Finger plays
- Indoor & Outdoor Playtime
- Smart Board & Classroom Computers
- Self-Help Skills

Grade 1 through to Grade 8:
- Subjects include:  
* Math
* Reading
* Science
* Social Studies
* Language Arts & Religion

Additionally:  
* Pre-Algebra
* Algebra
* Advanced & Grade Level Math programs for Grades 6-8,
* Spanish from Pre-K to 8
* Integrated Computer classes
* Physical Education
* Vocal and Instrumental Music
* Fine Arts
* Religious Education Program.

We strive to develop within each child a deep appreciation of his or her role in family life, obligation towards fellow man and good citizenship. This is achieved through worship, instruction, and example in unison with the parent, clergy, administration and faculty.

Extra Curricular Activities and Special Academic Events:
An important part of any school is to have Extra Curricular Activities and Special Academic Events. Here are some of the events and activities that our students participate in:

Extra Curricular Activities:   Basketball, Intramural Soccer, Student Council, Yearbook, St T eNews - email newsletter, St. Theresa, Miracle Workers, School Talent Show, Band, School Choir and Altar Servers.

Special Academic Events:   Living Wax Museum, Science Fair, Religion Fair, Nature's Classroom, Spelling Bees: School, Town, Diocesan, Essay Contests, Speech Contests,Michael’s Jewelers Mother’s Day Contest, Knights of Columbus Christmas Tree Decorating and Fire Prevention Poster Contest.