Why Choose OLW School

Why Choose OLW School for Your Child?

At Our Lady of the Wayside School, your child will thrive in a nurturing environment that champions academic excellence and personal growth. Our students consistently achieve exceptional results—94% at or above grade level in Math and 88% at or above grade level in Reading—far surpassing national averages. OLW students are well-prepared for high school, placing in honors and AP classes; they gain critical thinking and organizational skills that set them up for lifelong success.

OLW goes beyond academics by fostering a deep sense of faith and service. Children come to know Catholic formation through daily prayer, reflection, and community service projects that develop compassion and leadership. Our Buddy Program and schoolwide service activities teach students to care for others and make an impact in their world.

Every child is encouraged to discover and grow their talents—whether in academics, arts, music, sports, or technology. From robotics to band, our wide range of extracurriculars inspires confidence and community spirit.

Most importantly, OLW is a close-knit, supportive community where every child is known, valued, and empowered to reach their fullest potential. Choose OLW School for a place where your child will excel, belong, and become a leader for tomorrow.

What our parents say about OLW:
“As an educator, I have worked at a number of different schools. Given this range of experience, I chose OLW for my children.  My family is very lucky to be a part of the OLW community. We love that the school provides so many opportunities for our children to build relationships and social skills, form wonderful friendships and develop empathy for others. The teachers genuinely care about our children, recognize their individual strengths and areas for development and provide an environment in which our children can grow as learners and as people.”
– Current Parent

“Our daughter is flourishing; we love the curriculum, and our overall experience has been amazing. We were originally going to public school after Kindergarten but decided to stay at Wayside because we’ve been so happy with the Catholic aspect and the teachers.”
Current Parent

“OLW has given us a beautiful life – a community of loving friends that are family. Our four children are growing up to be good, kind, independent, and faithful young adults that are critical thinkers with strong convictions and traditional values, learning to stand on their own.”
– Current Family

“We want our children at OLW so they have the faith-filled lifestyle that OLW provides during their early childhood years. Those years are so critical to their faith and character formation.”
– Current and Alumni Parents

“One of our greatest parenting decisions was sending our children to Our Lady Of the Wayside where they received an enriching academic education, a tremendous faith foundation, and cultivated lifelong friendships. I’m forever grateful for the basis my children were given at OLW – they have built their lives as productive adults because of their early education.”
– Alumni Parent

“I feel that what I have learned (at Wayside) is important because it isn’t just numbers and words, it’s morals and becoming a mature and respectful person as I move on in my life. I am prepared for high school because of the great teachers here.”
– OLW graduate class of 2024