Applying to Regina Pacis Academy
Visit our school
Before applying to Regina Pacis Academy, we ask all new families to come and visit our school. We offer ongoing personalized tours by making an appointment with Mrs. Kim Quatela, our Principal.
Application Process
Apply to the Catholic school Norwalk, CT parents trust. Catholic schools in CT can be challenging to find. When you discover our school among all of the other Norwalk Catholic schools, you'll understand why we stand out from the rest. The process for applying is easier than you think!
First, you'll visit our campus. All private schools near Norwalk, CT, will typically give you a tour before you begin the application process. If you're asking yourself, "why can't I find great Catholic kindergarten schools near me?" it's possible you just haven't found the right one yet.
After visiting the school, families can formally choose to apply to Regina Pacis Academy by completing the following items:
Student shadowing for a full school day
Returning completed Application Form*
a. Application fee of $50 per child
b. Latest report cards and any educational testing or evaluations
c. Transcripts from previous school
d. School report (for home schooled students)
Family/Parent Interview with a Board Member
Parents will be notified, within 30 days of submitting a completed application, whether their child has been accepted for admission.
Pre-Kindergarten Class
PreK for the 2024-2025 academic year will fill the PreK 4-year-old class first before considering opening spaces for PreK 3-year-old students. The total class size will continue to be 15 students. If slots are open to be filled for Pre-K 3, students will be chosen by a lottery. We draw names for the lottery spots on March 4.
Order of priority for Pre-K enrollment is:
1. Current RPA Pre-K 3 students moving into Pre-K 4
2. Siblings of current RPA students coming into Pre-K 4
3. New families with Pre-K 4 students
4. IF SPACE REMAINS - Siblings of current RPA students coming into Pre-K 3
5. IF SPACE REMAINS - New families with Pre-K 3 students
“To train young minds to “always [be] ready to give an answer to anyone who asks from you a reason for the hope that is within you””
Tuition & Fees
Considering the high quality and commitment of our teachers, the strong Catholic faith community, the friendships and virtues instilled in your child’s life, our uniquely classical, technology-free, curriculum, and much more, our tuition model is set to reflect the high-quality, Catholic and classical nature of this unique school. We continue to offer a family discount (Grades Kindergarten through Grade 8) to benefit families with multiple children enrolled in our school.
We understand that some families may not be able to afford the stated tuition; for those families, we are happy to offer a broad financial aid program, which consists of a multi-step application through FACTS. Please note that financial aid and the family discount are not available for students enrolled in Pre-K.
Financial Aid
Criteria for Applying
To determine a fair financial aid award, Regina Pacis Academy subscribes to an analysis done by the FACTS. Families can apply online by visiting https://online.factsmgt.com/
In addition to standardized financial eligibility guidance, the Board considers the net contribution the student or their family will make to the school, including adding to the culture of academic and behavioral excellence, strengthening the community, volunteering, and/or soliciting for financial support. The Board then reviews those awards with an independent committee to ensure objective decision-making and grants support directed to those who need and should receive it.
In addition to submitting a fully complete application on time that complies with the above stated information requirements, Awardees must pay application and book fees in full, and must offer to pay as much as possible towards tuition.
Timeline for 2024-2025 Academic Year Financial Aid Application
2024-2025 Academic Year Tuition & Book Fees
Preschool (Pre-K-3 and Pre-K-4)
| Book Fees | Tuition | Total | Donation Guidance* | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full-Time | $350 | $11,000 | $11,350 | $0 |
| Part-Time | $350 | $10,500 | $10,850 | $0 |
Kindergarten — Grade 8
| # Children/Family | Book Fees | Tuition | Total | Family Discount | Donation Guidance* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $350 | $10,500 | $10,850 | - | $0 |
| 2 | $700 | $19,950 | $20,650 | 5% | $1,050 |
| 3 | $1,050 | $28,350 | $29,400 | 10% | $3,150 |
| 4 | $1,400 | $35,700 | $37,100 | 15% | $6,300 |
| 5 | $1,750 | $42,000 | $43,750 | 20% | $10,500 |
| 6 | $2,100 | $47,250 | $49,350 | 25% | $15,750 |
*Based on estimated value of an RPA education of $10,500 per child, including family discount (K-8 only students only)
Non-Discrimination Policy
Regina Pacis Academy admits students of any race, color, national origin and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin or ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admission policies, scholarship programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.
Admission of Non-Catholic Students
The curriculum and student life at the Regina Pacis Academy are designed primarily for the children of Roman Catholic parents. The entire curriculum is permeated with Catholic philosophy. Prayer and daily Catholic devotions are an integral part of the school day. However, students who are not Catholic may be admitted to the school with the explicit understanding that all students must participate in all activities in the school including classes in Theology.
