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Visitation offers a wide-range of exceptional opportunities: French, Spanish and Chinese beginning in Montessori Pre-K; robotics, athletics, robust arts and theater, and service-learning programs.
Our 60-acre campus is home to a newly renovated STEM center, a professional-caliber theater, stunning art studios, ballet studio, outdoor classroom and superb athletic facilities, including brand-new tennis courts and new aquatic center on the Saint Thomas Academy campus.
Our faculty are dedicated and innovative; creating exceptional classroom experiences where our students grow and thrive.
Co-ed, from Montessori Pre-K through fifth grade, Visitation School welcomes boys and girls into a Lower School environment where each student is known, loved and challenged. In grades 6-12, we provide a uniquely empowering experience to girls.
All girls in grades 6-12. The only all-girls school in Minnesota. In these years, as our students shape their futures, Vis girls shine. They speak confidently, lead eagerly and are confident, competent learners. They are capable leaders. And they will be for life.
More than 350 campers attend Visitation Summer Camps that includes a wide array of campus such as pottery, theater, sports camps, crafts, music, academic and so much more
School Motto: Non Scholae, Sed Vitae; Not for School, but for Life.
School Mascot: Blaze
Visitation offers a wide-range of exceptional opportunities:
French, Spanish and Chinese beginning in Montessori Pre-K;
robotics, robust arts, athletics and service-learning programs. Our
60-acre campus is home to a STEM center, a ballet studio, a
professional-caliber theater, stunning art studios, outdoor
classroom and superb athletic facilities. Our faculty are dedicated
and innovative; creating exceptional classroom experiences where
our students grow and thrive.
COED, then All-Girls
From Montessori Pre-K through fifth grade, Vis welcomes boys
and girls into a Lower School environment where each student is
known, loved and challenged. In grades 6-12, we provide a uniquely
empowering experience to girls. In these years, as our students
shape their futures, Vis girls shine. They speak confidently, lead
eagerly and are confident, competent learners. They are capable
leaders. And they will be for life.
Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
Kristina Koznik '94 - A former World Cup alpine ski racer. Koznick has six World Cup victories, 20 podiums (all in slalom), and 55 top ten finishes (4 in giant slalom, 51 in slalom). Koznick competed in three Winter Olympics (1998–2006)
Mary Alice Williams '67 - Mary Alice Williams is a pioneering journalist and broadcast executive who broke gender barriers by becoming the first female Prime Time anchor of a network news division and first woman to hold the rank of Vice President of a news division. Her work and visibility put her in the vanguard, whether at the birth of CNN or later at the dawn of the revolution in information technology. In addition to CNN, she has also served as anchor at many prominent networks, including PBS, Discovery, and NBC.
Visitation School's tuition is approximately $28,800 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from Visitation School?
Visitation School famous alumni include: Kristina Koznik '94 and Mary Alice Williams '67.
Does Visitation School offer a summer program?
Yes, Visitation School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Visitation School offer?
Visitation School offers 17 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Ballet, Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Nordic Skiing, Riflery, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Visitation School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for most sports offered.
920 Holley Ave Ste 2 Saint Paul Park, MN 55071 (651) 459-6438
7.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 74 studentsTuition listed
School Reviews
5.00 out of 5(6 reviews)
511/10/2023
Two of our children attend Visitation School -- our daughter is in the high school and our son is in the Lower School. Our kids are known, loved and challenged. The academic rigor is second to none. Yes, they are challenged but they are not alone. The teachers are wonderfully supportive and truly partner with our children and with parents. The athletics are incredible. The offer 13 varsity sports, they win and anyone can play. What more can you ask for?! Visitation is a wonderful, well-rounded, values-based education. We could not be happier. There is no better school in Minnesota.
- Posted by Parent - CP
53/1/2020
Visitation is all that it claims to be. From excellent academics to a 60-acre campus that extends learning beyond the classroom, students are encouraged at every turn. My children had a GREAT experience- academics, spirituality, sports, theatre, clubs, friends, caring teachers—we're grateful.
- Posted by Parent - marypatferraro@gmail.com
59/6/2019
Our two children attend Visitation School, and we could not be more pleased! Our son is thriving in the Lower School. As the school states, he is "known, loved and challenged." Vis is such a loving place. Our daughter is in the all-girls Middle School and loves it. Visitation's Middle School provides a safe place for students to grow and learn -- to develop resiliency, critical thinking skills and a strong foundation for high school. Visitation School is worth it!
- Posted by Parent - Mari P.
55/21/2016
My daughters attended Visitation's Lower, Middle, and Upper Schools. I will be forever grateful for our time at Visitation. The community is welcoming and inclusive. Students are challenged and known. Students are encouraged to realize their talents in a variety of areas. As graduates, my daughters so appreciate their education and the life-long Vis friends they made. Thank you Visitation!
- Posted by Parent - mpfwh
57/24/2015
Our daughter started in Vis'' early childhood program. We were so impressed with the teachers, curriculum and overall environment that we enrolled her in lower school, middle school and eventually upper school. We are a family of modest means, so sending our daughter to Vis was a sacrifice, but it was the best money we ever spent. Vis helped shape her into a leader and an exceptional person.
- Posted by Parent - delyl
57/24/2015
I could not be more pleased with how prepared my daughter was for college after her graduation from Visitation. She attended from grades 6-12. Her teachers knew her name, her personality and what made her tick. She was consistently challenged and she rose to those challenges. Our family made some real sacrifices to send her to Visitation and not one of us regrets it for a minute. If you can make Visitation work for your family, do it.
- Posted by Parent - jenni
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