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A Norwood-Fontbonne Academy student experiences differentiated and individualized instruction along with experiential learning. Our curriculum programs challenge all students to maximize their individual potential.

Set in a creative and interactive learning environment, the NFA curriculum begins witha dual track for 3-year-olds through third grade:

• Pre-primary 3- & 4-year-olds/Kindergarten
• Montessori Preschool 3-, 4-, and 5-yearolds
• Primary Grades 1, 2, and 3
• Junior Level Montessori 6- to 9-year-olds
• Merging and blending into:Grades 4 - 6 and Grades 7 - 8

As a community of faith, committed to living Gospel values, Norwood-Fontbonne Academy seeks to create the presence of Christ in all aspects of the Academy experience.

We foster a positive, loving, and peaceful environment where children, staff, and families seek to be in relationship with God and each other enabling us to be a community of faith through:

• Religion and Family Life Curriculum
• Reflection and Prayer
• Liturgies
• Service Learning Curriculum
• Outreach Programs
• Sacramental Preparation
• Community Service Corps

Norwood-Fontbonne Academy is pleased to offer a full array of co-curricular activities for all age levels that enrich the academic program while fostering the development of the whole child. Students are able to explore their gifts and talents in an environment which cultivates a spirit of teamwork and cooperation through:

• Art, Music, and Theater
• Student Leadership such as Student Council and Student Empowerment Commission
• Academic Clubs and Competitions
• Wide variety of Sports, both competitiveand intramural (members of Catholic Academy League)
• Special Interest Activities

NFA at a Glance:

• Serving over 400 children in a small class size environment
• Located in historic Chestnut Hill on 14 acres with 7 buildings across two campuses
• Drawing families from Philadelphia and Eastern Montgomery counties