Academics
Located in La Plata, MD, our Catholic school welcomes Pre-K‒8 students throughout Charles County and the surrounding areas. Whether you’re searching for a Catholic preschool, elementary, or middle school for your child, we invite you to learn more about us and our approach to Catholic education.
In addition to our superior curriculum, we offer a variety of programs, clubs, & extracurricular activities. Contact us at 301-934-9595 to learn more.
Accreditation & Affiliations
Our curriculum adheres to the Archdiocese of Washington Catholic School Academic Standards. We are also accredited and affiliated with:
- Southern Association of Colleges & Schools Council on School Improvement
- National Catholic Education Association
- Maryland Department of Education
Curriculum & Course Offerings
Our learning program embraces the varied and unique learning styles and needs of our students. Lively, thoughtful, creative, and intellectually stimulating, the ANS classroom environment channels the strong traditional core values that our students will carry with them throughout life.
Course Offerings
ANS offers a challenging instructional program for students in grades Pre-K to 8. Advanced and enrichment courses are available at all levels, and Algebra I and Spanish I are available to students in Grade 8.
Instructional aides in Grades Pre-K through 2 allow for more individualized instruction, while Resource teachers provide instruction and reinforcement in a small group setting. Most of our graduates excel in honors or AP classes at the high school level, and many receive scholarships at their respective high schools.
- Religion
- Reading/Literature
- Phonics
- English/Language Arts
- Penmanship – Grades Pre-K to 5
- Spelling/Vocabulary
- Math
- Algebra I
- Science
- Social Studies
- Geography
- Spanish – Grades 6 to 8
- Spanish I – Grade 8
- Latin I – Grade 8
- Art
- Music
- Computer Science
- Library Skills
- Physical Education
Additional tutoring and resources are available upon request. Contact us for more information.