Why We Chose St. Charles - The Branin Family

The Branin Family: Jill, Chris, Luke (2nd), and Colin (PreK 4).

Our family moved to Cinnaminson in 2021. We started attending weekly mass at St. Charles, and it didn't take long to realize we had joined something special. From our son's baptism ceremony to the countless parishioners who have encouraged us as Catholic parents, we have always been met warmly and with open arms. 

When it came time for our oldest son to start PreK4, it was an easy choice. Because of our experiences with the church and parish community, we thought we knew what the school would be like, but truth be told, it exceeded every expectation. There is genuine love, care, and consideration for your whole child - the intellectual, spiritual, personal, and moral parts of their being. 

St. Charles provides its students and families with invaluable opportunities every year. The

school curriculum promotes academic excellence, accompanied by tailored guidance and

support for each child. But the educational program extends far beyond just academics. The

focus is also to shape character, promote empathy, integrity, and a commitment to service and civic engagement.

We get asked a lot: “Your kids are still at St. Charles?” “Don’t you live in a great school district?” “Aren’t the public schools really good in Cinnaminson?” I believe the answer is “yes” to all of them. But for our family, it’s so much more than just a school. It’s another home. It’s another family. It’s a wonderful, strong community. It’s a place where our children spend over 1,200 hours each year with staff and teachers who selflessly dedicate their time to guiding and supporting them in education, faith, and service. 

God's fingerprints were all over the path that led us to St. Charles. Our love of this school has

only magnified since we’ve seen our children grow and thrive in its loving and nurturing

environment. We have a true sense of peace and comfort when our children walk through those doors. We know that they are surrounded by people whose values, beliefs, and goals closely align with ours at home. We know that our children are not only known by name to every staff member in that building, but they are seen, heard, and loved greatly as their true selves.

Check back every week for a new story from one of our amazing families about why they chose St. Charles for their children.

Interested in touring our school? Call the office at 856-829-2778 to schedule a tour. You can complete an inquiry request or submit a new student application online.