Faustina Academy
Irving, TX 75061
Phone: (972) 254-6726
Fax: (972) 254-6727
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private • Grades PK,KG,1,2,3,4,5,6,7,
Faustina Academy, a private school located in Irving, TX, serves grades PK-12 in the .
Faustina Academy is a private school located in Irving, TX.
Posted: December 9, 2025
you will want to find a new religion after attending this school. There is little to no structure and the education is lacking to say the very least. Unless you want to give your child years of religious trauma and a deplorable education, you are much better sending them to an actual diocese recognized Catholic school with real education and resources that provide them with the necessary tools to succeed in the future. The money you are "saving" sending them to this institution will later be spent on years of mental health counseling..
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Posted: April 8, 2025
I don't know any other school that every family shares the same values, morals and faith. I mean EVERYONE. The community is one big happy family and great friends. I've sent all of my children through this school from Pre-K through 12th grade. Every one of my kids loved it here. They graduated strong soldiers of Christ and were well prepared for college. This school provides a wonderful education and solid foundation in the Catholic faith. The teachers are all passionate Catholics who loved teaching and bonding with the children. They truly care for the students and really want to help them be the best person that God created them to be. The emphasis of Friday masses, saying the Divine Mercy Chaplet daily, and saying prayers at the beginning of every class keeps God as the focus of every student's daily life. The children here are happy, innocent, wholesome and good. There is no such thing as bullies at Faustina Academy. The high school students are often engaged with retreats, talks and meetings on virtues, chastity and building character. There's sports of all kinds, Class spirit and Homecoming week full of activities, retreats off campus, ski trips in Colorado, March For Life trips in DC, and fun class trips to a lake house for students to have fun and bond with their class. Having a Social media ban and cell phones not being allowed on campus has done wonders with the attitudes of the students. It's a well balanced, all around great school! Someone once said "I can't put my finger on it but this school is different from the rest. It's a gem." I couldn't agree more.
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Posted: January 8, 2025
Great environment, great school, focused on Christ. Helps students develop in all aspects. Teaches for eternity. Parents can rest easy sending their children here.
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Posted: September 23, 2024
Posted: September 23, 2024
This school is amazing! It is the only school that bans social media inside and outside of school. It is the only school that limits cellphones on campus to only drivers. It is the only school that focuses on true formation of a child in mind, heart and soul and fighting against the culture that is sending the opposite messages to the kids. Very strong leadership that truly cares about each and every child, parent, family. The teachers are dedicated to the mission of the school which is leading souls to Heaven. The classes that are extra, like art, computers, and drama are excellent! The community life is very active and engaged. They mix fun with academics. Their homecoming week is incomparable to excitement and pride for the school. They get everyone involved. The faith is the center of the community life. They pray together at the beginning of the day, at Noon - the Angelus, and the Divine Mercy Chaplet at the end of the day. They have weekly Mass and Confessions. What makes this school stand out is the laughter, conversation, and faith you hear through the halls and dining hall. No one on their phones...and limited social media outside of school. It keeps the kids real, feet grounded, and truly living in virtue. Truly outstanding. The negative comments below are from those who didn't live up to the standards of the school and were vengeful. Prayers for them.
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Posted: February 22, 2024
Great school! I would seriously recommend it if you are looking for a true, Catholic experience! The main focus of the school is on building up love of God and building character. Every day, the students and teachers work hard to help those around them. The sports are extremely fun and the education is very beneficial. Most of all, Faustina Academy should be recognized and respected for the efforts they put into teaching the students about their faith. It is something that cannot be found anywhere else!
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Posted: January 17, 2023
We have been at Faustina for many Years. Weve had a couple of graduates too. Over the years, I have seen much improvements. They are always trying to make it better. I love it here! My kids love it here! Its like a huge family with likeminded parents and kids. Most if not all the families are conservative Catholics and theres a sense of relief that you dont have to worry about other kids saying or influencing your child in the wrong way because everyone here is on the same page. Thats what makes this school so special. and the formation of character and faith is excellent. The students are very friendly, teachers are very good and the administrators are very caring. We have no complaints! There is just no comparison. I have read other negative comments and I can only conclude that they must be from disgruntled dismissed students or families because its simply not true.
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Posted: June 9, 2021
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My experience is this school is Catholic in name only. I was traumatized and embarrassed when a teacher yelled at me in front of the class because someone else took my book. She didnt believe me and when she found out that I was telling the truth, she didnt apologize. When I was there, most of the teachers were still in college and new to teaching. When overwhelmed, they subjected their students to bouts of rage or they would single a student out and embarrass them in front of the class. The wealthier families would hardly associate with the poorer families. Much gossip went around even at the faculty and staff level. My family often felt judged and looked down upon. The homework was overwhelming. I would stay up to ungodly hours of the morning just to keep my grades at an A/B average. There were people who were genuine, or even people who had genuine moments, which made things a little bearable. But overall it is not an experience I look back on fondly. The one silver lining I think fondly back on is I met one of my best friends there who brought comfort and solidarity while we served time together.
Posted: June 9, 2021
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If I could give negative reviews for this school, I would. This school is cliquish and judgmental against children from broken families and the families themselves. It's quite sad really, being a school that preaches and claims to practice the teachings of Divine Mercy and doing the exact opposite- I think they call that hypocrisy... I would never send my children here, not unless I'd like to make their lives as miserable as mine was going to this place. Don't even get me started about the leadership of the school either. All around terrible!
Posted: November 7, 2015
Faustina Academy is extremely challenging, academically, while keeping the focus on Christ in every and all aspects. School is where our children spend most of their waking hours. My husband and I could not imagine entrusting their precious souls to any other school.
Posted: October 14, 2015
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Posted: October 14, 2015
They are unabashedly Catholic, every day in every class and every activity. And ask families are totally on board.
Posted: October 14, 2015
Catholic through and through. Great kids, solid families, dedicated teachers and administration. Couldn't be happier with the school!
Posted: September 23, 2014
How many parents have a peace of mind when it comes to where their kids are attending high school? I can honestly say that we do! This school and leadership are above all expectations! The staff is knowledgeable, friendly and has our kids best interests at heart! The families are made up of like-minded individuals when it comes to what is most important-the continued faith formation! More importantly, the leadership and faith direction from this principal is OUTSTANDING! Our kids are learning how to live in this world, not be "of this world"!
Posted: April 29, 2014
Smaller class sizes allow teachers to work more closely with students and enhances the students' education. Excellent opportunities to participate in sporting activities regardless of student sporting skills (i.e. everyone gets the opportunity to participate)
Posted: April 29, 2014
This school builds the "Culture of Life" character in each student. Very Prolife and Profamily school. Amazing teachers, instructors and familes.
Posted: April 29, 2014
Our children have attended Faustina Academy since its inception. It is truly a jewel! The teachers provide strong academics and Catholic values. It gives us peace of mind that our children are in a safe and moral environment.
Posted: April 28, 2014
Faustina is the school that we have been looking for that best aligns with our faith and conservative values. My girls feel at home at the school!
Posted: April 28, 2014
Faustina Academy is a great family oriented school with strong academics. They concentrate on building Christian character as well as a well rounded scholar.
Posted: April 28, 2014
Great school, good family values and strong academics! Everyone gets to participate in athletics and these programs are character building as well.
Posted: April 28, 2014
Wonderful little school, where both values and academics are only rivaled by the motivation, dedication, and skills of the faculty. Communication is encouraged and teachers' availability and readiness to listen is second to none. We have the piece of mind that the values we instill into our children at home are paralleled and reinforced at school. This school is simply a blessing!
Posted: April 28, 2014
I love that this school promotes learning, high morals, and serving others. My elementary-age children are now holding doors open for me and being more helpful without any signs of disrespect. The projects they do for class help them to use resources outside their textbooks. The field trips work in tandem with their lesson plans. Parents are highly encouraged to be involved at the school. The small class size promotes better relationships among the students.
Posted: April 28, 2014
Our children have been at Faustina Academy for 3 years, and we love it! We have a high schooler, junior high student, and an elementary age student. All three children are receiving an amazing education as well as the formation that they need to help them become kind, good, and honest adults! The tuition is very affordable and the teachers are AWESOME!!
Posted: April 28, 2014
Faustina Academy is small, has a great sports program and they truly care about each child. My children love it here and have been here since the doors opened. Two of my children have graduated from here and they are both doing really well in College, so this school has prepared them.
Posted: April 28, 2014
Our family was seaking a school three years ago that was Catholic and one we could afford having a larger family. We were more than welcomed with loving arms. We have appreciated the conservative maintained standards the school and contributing families together try to uphold. The education is classical and our 4 children have excelled and learned so much these past 3 years. Much is kept clear, simple and to the point when it comes to academics, activities which is so nice in this age of so much noise and distractions. Sports are available as are other extracurricular activities. We have greatly appreciated the overall experience our children and family has had while being a part of the Faustina community. Definitely a find.
Posted: April 6, 2014
Our school is one of a kind! It's educational, spiritual, inexpensive, high quality teachers and staff, wonderful families and great sports programs, with a band program and theater performances!
Posted: April 23, 2013
This may be a great school IF your already enrolled. They aren't very accepting to potential families though. Conversation over the phone: Me: Hi, I was wanting to see if your accepting new students in grades- (interrupted) Receptionist: -No we're full. Me: I didn't tell you what grades I needed yet. Receptionist: ...Oh...Well...What grades did you need? Me: 9th and 11th Receptionist: No, we're full. Me: Hm. Really? How many students to you allow per class? Receptionist: Um....15 Me: How many do you have in the 9th grade now? Receptionist: I don't know. Me: Can you check? Receptionist: Um...Sure....(long pause) Well....there's 12 in there right now. But it's full. That teacher won't take any new students. Me: I thought you said the class limit was 15. Receptionist:.....Well...It is... but we're all full. Sorry. Makes me wonder what kind of "Christian" values they're teaching the kids. Certainly not honesty.
Posted: February 17, 2013
My Son has attended Faustina Academy the past 4 years. This school has been the best place to have our son educated. Faustina has the traditional College Prep education which is not watered down or hyped up with non essential busy work. True formation is actively lived and taught, not just printed and advertised. The teachers, staff and families are all the role models one would choose for their child. Most importantly, excellent leadership by the Principle who devoutly follows God's will. Because all of this takes place, the students at Faustina respect and care about each other. There is no bullying or ridicule, just true christian behavior. The Holy Spirit is truly present in this school! If you are looking for a great education, a safe and respectful environment with solid catholic values this place is for your children. We are very blessed to have this academic treasure in our Irving community.
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