Private K-8 School in Philadelphia PA

The DePaul Catholic School:
The DePaul Catholic School located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is a private, accredited, co-educational, Catholic school offering Kindergarten through Grade 8 programs. The De Paul Catholic School is an innovative urban elementary school dedicated to carrying out the legacy of St. Vincent de Paul by empowering students to be life-long learners, leaders, and servants who buld the Kingdom of God.

Educational Programs for Kindergarten through 8th Grade Students: 

The Franciscan Academy (Kindergarten - Grade 2):
Peace, Justice, and Reconciliation in the spirit of Saint Francis of Assisi

At the Franciscan Academy at The De Paul Catholic School we recognize each child as a gift from God. In the spirit of the Catholic faith and of Saint Francis of Assisi we seek to immerse students in the gospel values of peace, justice and reconciliation. Through engaging curriculum and faith based education, we are committed to helping each child achieve his/her academic, spiritual and social potential.

The Marillac Academy (Grade 3 - 5):
Character, Compassion, and Community in the Spirit of Saint Louise de Marilliac

The Marillac Academy at The De Paul Catholic School is committed to the vision of Saint Louise de Marillac that each child can achieve their highest potential in mind, body, and spirit. The Academy will work to expand the community of educators to include family, parishioners and the local community. The Academy will honor the compassionate vision of Saint Louise de Marillac by encouraging and fostering service experiences throughout the year.

The Vincentian Academy (Grade 6 - 8):
Learning, Christian Leadership, and Service in the Spirit of Saint Vincent de Paul

The Vincentian Academy at The De Paul Catholic School's mission is to assist families in the total educational development of their child within the spirit of the Catholic faith and the Vincentian tradition of service. We are committed to helping the students to reach their full potential spiritually, academically, and socially by requiring the students to exhibit their highest level of effort. We are a community modeling Jesus Christ, which calls us to self-discipline, personal responsibility, Christian leadership and the sharing of each one's God given gifts.

The Vincentian Academy seeks academic excellence from all of its students. With an innovative academic stucture relying heavily on homework and effort on the individual student, the Vincentian Academy strives to build life-long learners who are giving the instruments to succeed.

Athletics:
- Cross Country
- Girls Basketball
- Boys Basketball
- Track