At Our Lady Star of the Sea School, our goal is to enable each of our students to sparkle a bit brighter each day.
Overlooking tranquil Long Island Sound, OLSS combines a challenging academic program with a warm and caring atmosphere, thus enabling our children to become lifelong learners and spirited achievers.
Recognizing that no two stars share the same sphere, our faculty strives to foster individual self-esteem, encourage creative thinking, and build moral character.
At the same time, we rejoice in the interactive design of the universe, and so we teach our stars the importance of friendship, cooperation, and a love and respect for all of God's children.
Our students are taught not to reach for the stars, but to become one.
At Our Lady Star of the Sea School, our goal is to enable each of our students to sparkle a bit brighter each day.
Overlooking tranquil Long Island Sound, OLSS combines a challenging academic program with a warm and caring atmosphere, thus enabling our children to become lifelong learners and spirited achievers.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2010
Student Body
Total Students
125 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
51%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Our Lady Star Of The Sea School?
The application deadline for Our Lady Star Of The Sea School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Our Lady Star Of The Sea School located?
Our Lady Star Of The Sea School is located in the Cove East Side Shippan neighborhood of Stamford, CT.
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