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Our Lady of Fatima is a Catholic school in Lakewood, Colorado educating students from Preschool through 8th grade. Read stories of this incredible community from parents, teachers and students. Schedule a tour or request more information.

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We want to make your decision to attend Fatima as easy as possible. To setup a personalized tour with our principal, please complete the following online form or call the School Office at 303-233-2500. Our principal, Lisa Taylor, will contact you to setup a convenient date and time to tour our school.

Prospective students may also “shadow” at Fatima to get a feel for the school. Shadowing students will be treated to lunch through our hot lunch program.

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We found our home at Fatima in 2006. With four grads and one still here, we feel blessed to be part of this community.

Lynn Martinez

Parent | 3 Graduates

We found our home at Fatima in 2006. With four grads and one still here, we feel blessed to be part of this community.

Lynn Martinez

Parent | 3 Graduates

I’ve been at Fatima since kindergarten and love it. Teachers always support you, and there’s always something fun to learn.

Graeme Toffolo

Student | 8th Grade

I’ve been at Fatima since kindergarten and love it. Teachers always support you, and there’s always something fun to learn.

Graeme Toffolo

Student | 8th Grade

We chose Fatima for its nurturing environment, dedicated teachers, small classes, and strong faith-based community values.

Amy Westwood

Parent

We chose Fatima for its nurturing environment, dedicated teachers, small classes, and strong faith-based community values.

Amy Westwood

Parent

It isn't just about learning; it's about becoming. There's an unshakable spirit of support within the Fatima Family.

Ava Kolb

Teacher

It isn't just about learning; it's about becoming. There's an unshakable spirit of support within the Fatima Family.

Ava Kolb

Teacher

I love Fatima because it challenges me to learn new things. I always feel comfortable going to my teachers for extra help.

Nolan Moloney

Student | 6th Grade

I love Fatima because it challenges me to learn new things. I always feel comfortable going to my teachers for extra help.

Nolan Moloney

Student | 6th Grade

The Our Lady of Fatima community holds a special place in my heart. Those who make up the community strongly believe in a common goal for our youth –...

Lisa Taylor

Principal

The Our Lady of Fatima community holds a special place in my heart. Those who make up the community strongly believe in a common goal for our youth – that of spiritually and intellectually preparing Catholic leaders. The very core of our school is built upon the goal of academic excellence with Catholic vision. The faculty, staff, and I share in this vision of providing a learning environment where children can thrive, feel comfortable taking risks, and ultimately get to heaven. The success of our school is only possible through the dedication of our parish and school parents who are investing in a Catholic education. I am amazed at the generosity of this community. I started my career as a third-grade teacher at Fatima and I couldn’t believe I was blessed to be at such an amazing school that was so supported by the community. I still feel that way 34 years later.

Lisa Taylor

Principal

I like when we have assemblies for different activities that our school gets to do, like our sports pep rallies and fundraisers. It's fun to get our school together when ...

Cruz Jackson

Student | 7th Grade

I like when we have assemblies for different activities that our school gets to do, like our sports pep rallies and fundraisers. It's fun to get our school together when we are all working toward a common goal!

Cruz Jackson

Student | 7th Grade

We love the student-to-teacher ratio (small class size), how safe the school is, and the good values it teaches.

Jennifer Hess

Parent of Haley | 8th Grade

We love the student-to-teacher ratio (small class size), how safe the school is, and the good values it teaches.

Jennifer Hess

Parent of Haley | 8th Grade

With small class sizes and the dedication of the staff and faculty, my daughter is receiving the best education.

Charlene Janke

Parent | Josephina - 2st Grade

With small class sizes and the dedication of the staff and faculty, my daughter is receiving the best education.

Charlene Janke

Parent | Josephina - 2st Grade

In the Fall of 2020, Principal Taylor called me in a panic after there was an unplanned teacher vacancy in Kindergarten. As a planner, this would typically...

Andrea Aquino

Teacher | Middle School

In the Fall of 2020, Principal Taylor called me in a panic after there was an unplanned teacher vacancy in Kindergarten. As a planner, this would typically be something I would have to think about and lose sleep over, but the confidence and faith Lisa had in me, gave me no choice but to say “yes” on the spot. The families and staff here embraced me and treated me as if I had always been a part of this community and faculty. I was given the opportunity to regain my confidence as a teacher again. I knew after this experience, this place was special. The belief in my ability and confidence by my co-workers here, made that happen. I would not be in the position I am in today without the support and encouragement from my fellow teachers and from Lisa. She has given me professional and spiritual guidance like no other and I know this is why God brought our family to this school. Everything about this school embodies the mission wholeheartedly, it is “Made for Greatness”.

Andrea Aquino

Teacher | Middle School

I love the tight-knit community at Our Lady of Fatima. I think it is easy to find a sense of belonging here whether you are a student, parent, or teacher.

Robyn O'Toole

Teacher | 5th Grade

I love the tight-knit community at Our Lady of Fatima. I think it is easy to find a sense of belonging here whether you are a student, parent, or teacher.

Robyn O'Toole

Teacher | 5th Grade

I like playing on our playgrounds with my friends and learning more about Jesus.

Ryland Martinez

Student | 4th Grade

I like playing on our playgrounds with my friends and learning more about Jesus.

Ryland Martinez

Student | 4th Grade

Something really special about Fatima is how Principal Taylor knows every kids name. Even when I had just started at Fatima, Ms. Taylor knew my name and...

Haley Hess

Student | 8th Grade

Something really special about Fatima is how Principal Taylor knows every kids name. Even when I had just started at Fatima, Ms. Taylor knew my name and would say “hi” to me whenever she saw me in the halls.

Haley Hess

Student | 8th Grade

The curriculum and growth that we have seen in our son has been incredible for Preschool. It makes us feel so much more confident that when he goes to Kindergarten ...

Kimberly Bayle

Parent | Emile - 1st Grade

The curriculum and growth that we have seen in our son has been incredible for Preschool. It makes us feel so much more confident that when he goes to Kindergarten he will be more than prepared.

Kimberly Bayle

Parent | Emile - 1st Grade

Our decision to send our children to Fatima have been reaffirmed by the quality teaching staff, the sense of community, and our first child's academic/social growth in Pre-K. As ...

Pat Bair

Parent | Hazel - 1st Grade

Our decision to send our children to Fatima have been reaffirmed by the quality teaching staff, the sense of community, and our first child's academic/social growth in Pre-K. As a first-year family, these are aspects for which we didn't quite know what to expect. We are happy to see our child thriving and plan to send our second child to Fatima as well.

Pat Bair

Parent | Hazel - 1st Grade

We chose to send our daughter to Fatima for many reasons including the positive experience I had attending the school. We also love how close the school is to our ...

KD Nowicki

Parent | Jillian - 1st Grade

We chose to send our daughter to Fatima for many reasons including the positive experience I had attending the school. We also love how close the school is to our house, the small class sizes, the close knit community and the truly dedicated teachers. In addition we are grateful she gets to go to a Catholic school. The cost was also very competitive for preschool and pre-K!

KD Nowicki

Parent | Jillian - 1st Grade

The learning specialist and teachers at Fatima picked up early on that our son has some struggles with writing. Instead of assuming it was a passing phase, the specialist and ...

Rebecca Deck

Parent | 2st Grade, 5th Grade, 8th Grade - Donnie, Odin & Pearl

The learning specialist and teachers at Fatima picked up early on that our son has some struggles with writing. Instead of assuming it was a passing phase, the specialist and teacher met with our family and helped us collaborate with other specialists to address the issues. They were very helpful in communicating with us regarding his progress and implementing a plan for him. It was something that they caught early on and if he had been in an over crowded class they may have not picked up on. We are very grateful to have teachers that care so much!

Rebecca Deck

Parent | 2st Grade, 5th Grade, 8th Grade - Donnie, Odin & Pearl