Holy Cross Catholic School in Defiance

Posted: March 14, 2026

I speak from experience when writing this, DO NOT SEND YOUR KID HERE. I was severely damaged mentally and sent into a deep depression that nearly turned me from Christ forever. Every time there was a situation or drama of some sort, the children's well being is never a priority. I made mistakes back then because obviously, i was a stupid kid, and they treated it like i had committed a horrible crime, they had the police talking to me and my friends, taking me out of class nearly every day just because we made jokes about a kid "humping a cat" (We were in 6th grade) And they kept on harassing us day after day, particularly me, i still haven't fully recovered from the trauma caused by this school and i have horrible anxiety about every aspect of my life because of what i went through. Save the money, save your child's mental health. Go to public school instead.

Posted: March 14, 2026

Posted: December 11, 2025

I got traumatized cause the principal kept putting her hands down my shirt and touching me even after i asked her to stop

Posted: December 11, 2025

Posted: September 7, 2025

Teachers do NOT have and degrees they make you feel like a preschooler and a kid got traumatized

Posted: September 7, 2025

Posted: May 2, 2025

Yes I think it's cool and awesome sauce

Posted: May 2, 2025

Posted: November 29, 2023

This school is not what is advertised. There's a lack of lesson plans and a lack of documentation. The school is disorganized, kids get misplaced during dismissal, there aren't Tutors to help struggling kids, and nobody is ever held accountable for their behavior. If you report an issue it is not handled and the well being of the children is not a priority. There is a lack of communication with parents, breaches in confidentiality, and a lack of transparency. Save your money and send your kid to public school, they'll be better off.

Posted: November 29, 2023

Posted: October 19, 2017

Don't send your child to this school with disability they worry to much about saving money then giving your child the help they need

Posted: October 19, 2017

Posted: October 14, 2017

They participate in the leader in me program, it has made a positive impact on my children

Posted: October 14, 2017

Sister linda amazing with the children, excellent with parent communication

Posted: October 14, 2017

Teachers listen to my child's needs and work with parents to promote success

Posted: October 14, 2017

No bullying issues experienced over last five years my children have attended

Posted: October 14, 2017

Excellent! My children are happy to go to school. Teachers provide a fun loving experience

Posted: October 14, 2017

Great teachers, go above and beyond. Provide a fun learning experience.

Posted: July 17, 2017

I am so thankful that we are able to send our children to Holy Cross. The staff is friendly and welcoming, always with smiles on their faces and willing to help in any way possible. Holy Cross surpasses other schools when it comes to teaching academically, spiritually and socially to give each and every student their opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.

Posted: July 17, 2017

With the implementation of the Leader in Me Program the students are learning so many things- being proactive, being responsible for their own actions, looking at all sides of a situation before reacting.

Posted: July 17, 2017

The Leader In Me program does exactly what it sounds like. It helps each and every child find their own way to be a better person, a leader when others follow and be outgoing in their own ways.

Posted: July 17, 2017

Posted: June 1, 2017

The Leader in Me program at Holy Cross is amazing. It teaches both the students and the staff to follow the seven habits and helps to create responsible, caring, thoughtful children. The maturity of the students at Holy Cross is just amazing.

Posted: June 1, 2017

The teachers at Holy Cross are wonderful, caring, and treat the students as if they are their own children. I cannot say enough about the staff at Holy Cross!

Posted: June 1, 2017

Holy Cross is a top notch school. The Leader in Me program that is instilled in the students teaches character building along with the academics. Students are challenged at their level to go above and beyond, and each child sets individual goals to meet throughout the year. This school is truly amazing. All Faith's are welcome.

Posted: February 29, 2012

I have been sending my children to Holy Cross even before it was Holy Cross Catholic School. The teachers here are always able to help out even if that means a phone call to them with a question at 9 pm on a Sunday. Holy Cross is always thriving to get the best out of their students and starting with the 2012/2013 school year they will even have the option of the 7th grade.

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Defiance, OH 43512

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