The Academy of Notre Dame de Namur is a Catholic, independent, college-preparatory school for girls and young women in grades 6 through 12.

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Academy of Notre Dame de Namur: Inspiring Young Women Since 1956

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Our Mission

The Academy of Notre Dame de Namur, a Catholic, independent, college preparatory school, commits itself to the education of young women of grades 6 through 12 for responsible living in a global society.
Academics
Notre Dame students thrive in a rigorous college preparatory environment that inspires them to ask the “what if” questions so critical to intellectual inquiry, innovative exploration, and collaborative learning.
Admissions
Discover Notre Dame

What inspires your daughter? At Notre Dame, we empower every student to pursue her passion, find her voice, and discover her limitless potential. Call to speak with our Admissions Office to learn more: 610.971.0498.
Arts
At Notre Dame, we believe that the Fine and Performing Arts are both a creative and an academic pursuit. The development of imagination, creativity, and aesthetic judgment are essential complements to the critical thinking skills developed in other disciplines.
Athletics
Leadership is forged on Notre Dame’s playing fields, courts, and in the water. Our student-athletes build strong foundational skills - including teamwork, persistence, and self-discipline - that will positively impact their lives and careers.
Campus Ministry
Through Campus Ministry and worship, students deepen their understanding of the faith tradition of the Catholic Church and carry the spirit of Saint Julie Billiart in their own lives by serving the poor and those who are neglected.
Student Life
Student-led clubs, performing arts, student government, literary publications, and Community Time activities engage students in all grades. Notre Dame is a sisterhood, where classmates become lifelong friends, traditions are honored, and life inside “The Gates” is treasured.
Support ND
We are grateful to the many parents, alumnae, faculty, grandparents, and friends who support the mission of the Academy of Notre Dame de Namur through the Notre Dame Fund.
Every gift is an investment in the future of our students, the Academy, and our community.

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Middle School Leadership Trip

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London

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Upper School Cultural Immersion Trip

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Spain & Portugal

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Grand Canyon

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Curriculum Guide

2023-2024 Curriculum guide

Each Upper School student must earn a minimum of 24 credits in major subjects at Notre Dame in order to graduate, as well as meet all the additional credit or course requirements outlined below. 11th and 12th grade students are strongly encouraged to take electives each year.

Curriculum Requirements:

4 Credits - Electives
4 Credits - English
4 Credits - Religious Studies
4 Semesters - Seminar
3 Credits - Math (Required: Algebra I-II, Geometry and Trigonometry)
3 Credits - Science (Required: Biology, Chemistry and Physics)
3 Credits - Social Studies (Required: World History and US History)
3 Credits - World Languages (Required: 3 Consecutive Years)
2 Years - Physical Education
2 Semesters - Health
2 Semesters - Seminar
0.5 Credits - Arts
Introduction of Visual and Performing Arts
Successful Completion of Senior Capstone Project

The required 0.5 credit in the Arts may be earned in grade 10, 11 or 12. All ninth grade students are required to take Introduction to Visual and Performing Arts unless they participate in Upper School Ensemble or audition and are selected into Dance Company or Women’s Chorale.

In addition to academic requirements, a minimum of 60 hours of community service during Upper School is required for graduation. These hours should be completed by September of junior year.