Thriving Is More Than Getting Good Grades
Academic performance matters. However, it is only one signal—and often not the most important one. A child who is truly thriving shows growth across multiple areas of life, not just on report cards.
“Everyone here accepts you for who you are. It’s easy to be yourself at Royalmont.”
— Adrionna Lupidi, Grade 8
When confidence, curiosity, and resilience are missing, students may still succeed on paper while quietly disengaging in deeper ways. This is why we look beyond test scores to understand real growth—exploring how we measure student growth beyond test scores in a more complete way.
Signs Your Child May Be Thriving
Thriving students tend to show patterns that are easy to recognize once you know what to look for. For example, they often talk about what they’re learning, feel supported by teachers, and recover from setbacks rather than shutting down.
“Teachers make sure we understand, not just finish the work. They want us to think deeper.” — Adrionna Lupidi, Grade 8
In addition, thriving students grow not just academically, but humanly—developing habits that prepare them for life beyond the classroom.
What Thriving Looks Like at Royalmont Academy
At Royalmont, we approach education through integral formation—forming the whole person. That means intentionally supporting students intellectually, humanly, spiritually, and apostolically.
“They are not only concerned with relaying facts, but with shaping the person.”
— Noah Kiefer, Grade 11
Because our class sizes are small, teachers know their students well. Growth is measured not only through assessments, but through daily observation, mentorship, and conversation.
When “Doing Fine” Isn’t Enough
Many parents begin to ask deeper questions when their child is capable but under-challenged, anxious about performance, or simply feels unnoticed. These moments often signal the need for greater intentionality and personal accompaniment.
“Royalmont gave me challenges to develop my capability to learn, which I know will help me in the future.” — Bella Polly, Grade 11
A Question Worth Asking
If you’re unsure whether your child is thriving, this question can help clarify things:
“Is my child becoming more confident, capable, and purposeful because of their school experience?”
If the answer feels unclear, it may be time to ask deeper questions—and explore environments designed to support growth across the whole person.
“I thought high school would be impossible because of dyslexia, yet I have received so much help and support from my teachers.” — Haley Ater, Grade 12
Learn More
If you’d like to learn more about how Royalmont Academy supports student growth through personalized education and intentional formation, we invite you to explore our approach.