Guided by our mission, Nazareth Academy Grade School provides an academically challenging, developmentally appropriate, nurturing, faith-centered and student focused program for children in grades 1 - 8.

Nazareth Academy Grade School operates as an academy and, as such, follows a rigorous and accelerated academic program that often exceeds the pace of local public, charter, and Archdiocesan schools. Our curriculum is guided by the standards of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia and aligned with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania guidelines; however, to meet the needs of our students and uphold our commitment to academic excellence, we supplement and extend beyond these frameworks. Students are provided with opportunities for growth across a comprehensive range of disciplines, including English Language Arts (ELA), Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Religion and Faith Formation, Spanish, Latin, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics), Technology, Writing, Handwriting and Cursive, Fine Arts, Music, Physical Education, Health, Dance, Library Skills, Project-Based and Service Learning, and culturally relevant residencies.

We also have established an online partnership with Educere, an online platform which allows upper school and gifted students to enroll into specific virtual courses for high school credit. 

HONORS PROGRAM
Honors ELA, beginning in Grade 6, promotes the development of fluent readers, articulate writers and speakers, discerning listeners, and avid researchers, with a strong emphasis on grammar and writing. Honors Math, beginning in Grade 4 for invited students, is designed to challenge learners through an accelerated pace and deeper conceptual understanding, aligned with the strands established by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics. Students are invited to participate in Honors courses based on a comprehensive review of their participation and behavior, assessment results, report card performance, and teacher recommendation(s).

Nazareth Academy Grade School has historically assessed students in Grades 2 through 7 using "iReady Inform", a series of benchmark assessments throughout the school year. Internally, the school utilizes IXL as benchmark assessment tools to monitor student growth in Reading and Mathematics. These data points allow educators to make informed decisions regarding flexible grouping, targeted instruction, and potential interventions. Renaissance assessment results in Reading and Mathematics are shared with families only during in-person meetings when additional support or intervention is recommended. In all other cases, these results are not distributed. 

Nazareth Academy Grade School fosters leadership, character development, and student engagement through a variety of programs and activities. Students are also provided opportunities to partake in school, state, and national scholastic competitions across the curriculum. Student Council provides opportunities for leadership, with elected eighth grade officers and representatives from grades six through eight working collaboratively with the administration to serve the school community and promote student voice.

Students in the upper grades also participate in prevention and awareness programs, such as Morgan’s Light. In addition to these programs, students are encouraged to explore their interests and talents through a wide range of enrichment opportunities, including but not limited to, the NAGS Dance Program, Crochet Club, Hand Bells, Choir Chimes, Choir, Grace Notes Choir, Forensics Speech, and Yearbook. These experiences promote creativity, collaboration, and leadership beyond the classroom.