The FAQs | Early Childhood | Elementary Education | Middle School

Why should I consider a Catholic Education for my child?

          Students are  able to practice their Catholic faith every day.  Our faith based environment allows children to be gently guided in our structured environment from their earliest school experience through their adolescent years.  They are allowed and encouraged to experience the best part of themselves.

 What about the educational program?  Does a Catholic parish school have the best teachers and facilities for my child?

          All of the teachers at St. Anthony~St. Joseph are certified by the State of Pennsylvania.  Our faculty also includes Art, Music, Physical Education and Remedial Reading Teachers.  As a result of our small class size, our teachers are able to create class lesson plans that respond to individual student abilities.

            Our school is located in the St. Anthony Parish Education Center, a brand new facility located in the heart of residential Ambler. Our building features a state of the art computer and science labs, art room, library, cafeteria and multipurpose room.  All classrooms are equipped with computers and internet access.

 What types of extra curricular activities and sports are available for my child?

            St. Anthony~St. Joseph seeks to educate the whole child, nurturing their intellectual, spiritual  and social well  being. Besides regular art, physical education and music classes, children may participate in an Instrumental Band Program, Choir, Drama, and Robotics.  Many children participate in Ambler CYO programs as well.  CYO offers sports as well as frequent dances and service projects.

What about parental involvement?

          Parents are vital to the success of their children’s education.  Parents are welcomed and involved at every level.  Qualified parent employees administer some school programs such as After Care, library and aides to teachers in the classroom.  Parent volunteers participate in school governance through the Home and School Association, serve as lunch and playground monitors and assist teachers with special projects.   Our teachers are always available to parents, in person, by phone and email, and work as a team to secure what is best for our children.

Are the children adequately prepared for high school?  Where are your graduates now?

            St. Anthony~St. Joseph Students are prepared for and attend the area’s most competitive high schools: 31% are enrolled in private academies, 51% attend Archdiocesan high schools and 18% attend public high school.