St. Thomas the Apostle School

Peoria Catholic School

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FAQS

What are our school hours? Expand

8:30 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. Precare and Aftercare are available. Please click here for times.

What is the average class size? Expand

Our average class size is 23.

Our maximum students per class in preschool is 20 students.

Our maximum students per class in kindergarten is 25 students.

Are there opportunities for tuition assistance? Expand

Tuition assistance is available for students in grades K-8th.   Please click here

Do we offer enrichment opportunities? Expand

St. Thomas offers the C.O.M.E.T. (Challenge Our Minds, Expand Thinking) Enrichment program twice a week at every grade level. The program is offered to students who score at the 90th percentile or above on MAP and standardized tests.

How does St. Thomas meet the needs of students with a learning disability or challenge? Expand

St. Thomas has two full time resource/gifted teachers on staff. These teachers oversee and assist all students with academic challenges and work with their classroom teachers to meet their individual needs. If determined necessary, students may go through a battery of academic tests by a licensed psychologist via Seapco.  Resource teachers, in cooperation with the administration, help create specific service plans to better meet the needs of a student with a mild learning disability.  St. Thomas is equipped to support some emotional and social disorders, as well.  Academic support is offered in small group settings.

What technology do we have available at our school? Expand

Please click here to learn more.

Do we offer foreign language? Expand

Spanish is offered once a week to PRE3-4th graders and twice a week to 5th-8th graders. To learn more about our Spanish program click here.

Is PreCare and AfterCare available? Expand

Our PreCare begins at 7:00 a.m. for all Pre3-8th grade students.  Our AfterCare is in session from 3:30 - 5:30pm.  While attending AfterCare, children are provided a drink and a snack.  Students may work on homework, play in the gym, or play with a variety of toys, puzzles, and crafts in the cafeteria.

Do we have a choir/band program? Expand

Yes, choir is offered to 3rd-8th graders and band is offered to 5th-8th graders. Please click here for more information.

What specials do my children attend on a weekly basis? Expand

St. Thomas students attend the following classes on a weekly basis: Art (K-8th grade), Physical Education (Pre3-8th grade), Spanish (K-8th grade), and Music (K-6th grade). Our 6th-8th graders participate in an Exploration class taught by our teacher's once a week. The student's pick from different classes 4 times a year.

What sports do we offer at STS? Expand

Please click here to view our Athletics tab for all our sports offerings.

What other activities can my child get involved in? Expand

Please click here to view our Activities tab for all our extra curricular offerings.

Do we offer a program for 3 year olds? Expand

Yes, click here to learn more!

Do we offer a program for 4 year olds? Expand

Yes, click here to learn more!

When do I register for 2023-2024 school year? Expand

We are now accepting online applications for the 2023-2024 school year.

Does St. Thomas offer bus service? Expand

No

Contact Us

Map & Information

4229 Monroe Avenue
Peoria Heights, IL 61616
(309) 685-2533
office@stthomas-school.net

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