About the School
St. Ann School of Cape Ann was started as a school for Cape Ann's fishing community. Its first students came from families of various cultures that strived to make a better life for themselves and consequently sought a high quality, faith based education. Today, we remember our history and continue the legacy. St. Ann School welcomes everyone to our school community with the same passion, energy and commitment as the schools founders.
St. Ann School of Cape Ann is owned and governed by the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Boston and is committed to the teachings and dctorines of the Roman Catholic Church. In August 2009, St. Ann School became an Independent Corporation governed by an established Board of Trustees. The Trustees are appointed by, and are accountable to, Cardinal Seán O'Malley, Archbishop of Boston.
Our curriculum has been enhanced by Merrimack College, we have created a lay board of area business and education professionals, and our enrollment has increased 76%! We have plans to renovate our 125-year old school building. We are working to ensure that our school, where, ultimately, 98% of students graduate high school and 97% go on to college, can continue to educate Cape Ann’s youth.
Why Catholic Education
Many may wonder, why Catholic education?
Catholic education is based on the premise that every child has strengths, God-given talents and interests to be encouraged and developed. The benefits of a strong Catholic education are many. Studies show that Catholic school students consistently score higher in most areas of study than their peers in public schools. Approximately 60 percent of eighth grade graduates from Catholic Schools enroll in Catholic high schools and 95 percent of Catholic high school graduates enroll in post-secondary school. In regards to faculty, Catholic school teachers have a long tenure and they see Catholic schools as part of a personal mission and ministry. In addition to an exceptional education and devoted faculty, parents actively seek the value-based, faith formation that Catholic schools provide for their children.
St. Ann School will build upon the strong Catholic faith taught and enhance the academic environment for all students in our school. Our mission is to help these students so they can truly develop into strong individuals guided by faith and knowledge.
Catholic schools are also seen as safe places to enroll children, have good discipline and provide strong moral development for students. Catholic schools have traditionally welcomed those new to our country and community. Although our faith formation programs are focused on Catholicism, a child need not be of the Catholic faith to attend.
Academics
"We believe that parents and family are joint partners with us and are the primary educators for their children in all aspects of their development."
- Faculty of St. Ann School
St. Ann School is a Catholic academic institution that offers a coordinated and challenging curriculum for grades Pre-K - 8. A well educated and committed faculty work collaboratively to ensure solid basic skills as well as exposing the students to various research projects and field trip experiences that are academically and culturally enriching.
A partnership with Merrimack College has been established to update and enhance our on-going faculty training and to make on-going recommendations that will ensure a curriculum that is challenging and current in its methodologies.
At the heart of the school is the daily teaching of the sacraments, traditions, devotions, doctrines and liturgical practices of the Catholic Church. It is this aspect of the curriculum that drives a spiritually rich education that imparts the social teachings of peace and justice.
At St. Ann School, your child's academic preparation will be based on a proven curriculum of religion, language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, the arts, and technology blended with a wide range of extracurricular activities. Our goal is to provide a healthy balance which will develop the whole child. St. Ann School will give students a positive start in life.
In addition to an excellent academic preparation, children in our school learn the importance of self-respect, self-esteem and self-discipline. Children learn the importance of working together to create a better world. In our school you will find the consistent teaching, principles and morals that reinforce values. St. Ann School provides an exceptional academic education guided by talented and committed teachers who also provide a firm foundation in faith and a moral compass to our students.
A plan for the future includes a state-of-the art facility which will incorporate a chapel, science and technology labs, a fine arts space for the purpose of teaching art, drama and music. Spanish is taught in grades K-8.
The optimum class sizes are:
| Pre K I | 18 |
| Pre K II | 16 |
| Pre K III | 10 |
| K-3 | 20-23 |
| 4-8 | 20-25 |
An after-school program for grades PreK-8 is available from 2:30 to 5:30 pm.
Our school strives to create an atmosphere where the Gospel message is proclaimed, community in Christ is experienced, service to our brothers and sisters is the norm and thanksgiving and prayerful worship of God is reverently and joyfully celebrated.
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Our Philosophy
"The mission of the Catholic Schools has been one rooted in humanity, to provide children of all background an opportunity to learn within a faith-filled and value-based environment. Through an open and inclusive process that draws on the collective talents of outside experts and significant resources already here, we have the opportunity to chart a path that will make our Catholic schools the finest in the nation."
- Cardinal SeÁn O’Malley, Archbishop of Boston
We view education in terms of message, community, worship, and service. The students and faculty are inspired to appreciate the faith in their lives, to understand community in a global as well as local sense, to experience personal and communal prayer, and to realize the service to others is basic to the gospel message of Jesus.
St. Ann School serves the greater Cape Ann community. Our faculty has a responsibility to foster, by both word and example, Christian values which mirror the belief in the special dignity given to each person by Jesus Christ.
We view academic excellence as an achievable goal for all the students as each one learns and grows according to individual talents. We believe that the total education of each student necessitates an active collaboration with both parents and our parishes.
Our faculty has two primary goals: To teach our students to grow as Christian disciples and to teach them to think with a critical mind. It is our hope that our students will use their knowledge and their talents in service to others. In doing this, they echo the underlying message we wish to impart: In today's world, the loving, good person, even alone, can and will make a difference.
Learn More
We invite you to come and see why a Catholic Education is the greatest gift you can give to your child. See what an education at St. Ann School will mean to your child's future.
It is more than a fine academic learning experience. A Catholic Education is individualized and personal. It seeks to develop the whole child in mind, body, and spirit. A Catholic Education at St. Ann School will strengthen your child's faith, help to develop your child's mind, and give your child the tools needed to succeed in life.
To come and see a day in the life of a St. Ann student please call the school office (978) 283-3455 or email: information@stannsschool.com.