Our Mother Of Consolation Parish School vs. Norwood-fontbonne Academy
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School Overview
Top Rankings
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Norwood-fontbonne Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
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School History
Overview
Our Mother of Consolation, a Catholic elementary school of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, was founded in 1862.
In 1881, the doors at the present location, 17 E. Chestnut Hill Avenue, were opened.
The school is staffed by the Sisters of St. Joseph and lay faculty.
Our Mother of Consolation serves the educational needs of children from pre-kindergarten through grade eight.
Our average class size is 23 students. OMC carries a rich tradition of education to many fourth and fifth generation families attending the School.
OMC School exists to promote spiritual and academic growth in a Catholic Christian environment.
Norwood-Fontbonne Academy is Philadelphia`s oldest Catholic, independent elementary school and a National Blue Ribbon School. NFA offers families the unique choice between the Montessori program or the Primary program for ages 3 - Grade 3, followed by challenging, active learning experiences in Grades 4 - 8.
Students matriculate to the area`s best Catholic and independent high schools. With service learning at all grade levels and 65+ annual co-curricular offerings on our 14-acre campus, NFA provides all the advantages of a large independent school in a small, nurturing community. NFA`s diverse student and parent community shares an appreciation for Catholic values, service to others, and reflective decision-making.
Please join us for one of our upcoming Open Houses or Montessori & Pre-primary Information Nights. Private tours are available Monday through Friday.
Grades Offered
PK-8
PK-8
Blue Ribbon School
Yes, selected in 2015
Yes, selected in 2014
Offers Post-Graduate Year
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No
Year Founded
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1920
Students Body
Total Students
239 students
380 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
40%
23%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Pre-K Students
34
44
Kindergarten Students
25
28
Grade 1 Students
22
37
Grade 2 Students
26
35
Grade 3 Students
19
34
Grade 4 Students
24
41
Grade 5 Students
23
44
Grade 6 Students
18
33
Grade 7 Students
23
42
Grade 8 Students
25
42
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
39 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
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85%
Average Class Size
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15
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:16
1:10
Classroom Dress Code
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Formal
(Uniform)
(Uniform)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
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$13,850
Tuition Notes
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Pre-K 3 & 4 year olds have half day and full day options.
5 mornings/5 afternoons: $13,850
5 mornings/3 afternoons: $13,060
5 mornings/2 afternoons: $12,670Extended Day Programs:
Before Care 6:45 AM - 7:45 AM
Loft 3:00 - 6:00 PM (3, 4, and 5 year olds)
After Care 3:00 - 6:00 PM (grades 1-6)
Admissions Director
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Erin Wallin
Sports
Total Sports Offered
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11
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Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
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27
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
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Band, Bear Print Newspaper, Book Club, Campus Ministry Delegates, Cheerleading, Chorale, Community Service Coprs, Cooking Club, Debate, Digital Photography, Drama Club, Girls on the Run, Matt Paul All Ball, Matt Paul Basketball, Matt Paul Flag Football, NFA Lego Club, Reading Olympics, Robotics, Running Club, Science Explorers, Soccer Shots, Student Ambassadors, Student Council, The Green Team, Yoga, Young Rembrandts Drawing Class, Zumba