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

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

About
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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Visit ND

There are a variety of ways to visit and experience Notre Dame. We invite you to review the options below and schedule a visit that best meets your needs:

Notre Dame's Admissions staff is available to provide information and address questions from prospective families at any time. You are invited to schedule a phone, in-person, or video conversation at your convenience.

Notre Dame Admissions: admissions@ndapa.org or 610.971.0498

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Student Visit Days

Student Visit Days at Notre Dame are personalized experiences and are scheduled by appointment. Please allow five school days in advance of your request so that we may best accommodate your daughter.

Get started here to schedule your daughter's Student Visit Day.

If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Kara Brown, Director of Upper School Admissions, at ksbrown@ndapa.org or 610.971.0498 ext. 2.

Campus Tours

Entrance Exams

Students applying to Notre Dame for the 2022-2023 school year are invited to register for an Entrance Exam. We have expanded our on-campus Entrance Exam opportunities for fall 2021! Please click on your preferred date below to register your daughter for an Entrance Exam at Notre Dame.

October 16, 2021 (Sat.) HSPT, applying for Grade 9
October 23, 2021 (Sat.) HSPT, applying for Grade 9
October 24, 2021 (Sun.) **ISEE, applying for Grade 9
October 24, 2021 (Sun.) EDS, applying for Grade 6