About

St. Therese Catholic School services children from preschool through 6th grade in the Wayland, Dorr, Moline, Shelbyville, and Middleville areas.  We are fully accredited school with certified, “highly qualified”, caring teachers.  We have been an active and vital part of our community since 1952.

Why choose St. Therese School?  Many reasons include:

Atmosphere:

  • Student:teacher ratio of about 15:1.
  • Lots of individual attention for your child.
  • A Christian setting rich in Catholic traditions.
  • Students of all religious, social and ethnic  backgrounds are welcome.
  • Religion is not only taught, but it is lived  every day.
  • Students are involved in community activities and service projects.
  • Quality education in a safe, peaceful environment.
  • Family oriented atmosphere.

Academic:

  • A full academic curriculum.
  • All day, every day Kindergarten.
  • Besides a full academic curriculum we offer  art, PE, music, band, choir, strings and Spanish.

Staff:

  • Fully certified staff.
  • All classroom teachers are “highly qualified”.

Preschool:

  • Our Little Flower Preschool has sessions  for both three and four year olds.
  • Fully certified teacher.
  • State licensed preschool.

Finances:

  • Tuition assistance is available.
  • TRIP program is available for tuition assistance.

Extras:

  • Busing is available within the Wayland district.
  • Because your child is worth it!