The right Catholic schools in CT can be challenging to find. When you discover our school among all of the other Fairfield and Westchester County Catholic schools, you’ll understand why we stand out from the rest. The process for applying is easier than you think! 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. Mrs. Quatela will meet with you, introduce you to the school academics, culture, faith life, and then show you around the school building, visiting all classrooms.
After visiting the school, families can formally choose to apply to Regina Pacis Academy by completing the following items:
1. Student shadowing for a full school day (students applying to Grades K-8)
2. Returning completed Application Form with the
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)
3. 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.
For students entering Kindergarten, a child must be 5 years of age on or before December 31. Parents must provide a birth and baptismal certificate and a preschool evaluation, if available. All applicants will be tested for kindergarten readiness. Admission is contingent upon receipt and review of the required records, interview with the principal, and results of the readiness test.
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”
— 1 Peter 3:15
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 2025-2026 Academic Year Financial Aid Application
The financial aid application process goes live on February 3, 2025. Applications and all information are due by March 14, 2025. Please contact financialaid@reginapacisacademy.org if you don’t expect to meet that deadline. Decisions will be made by April 30, 2025.
2025-2026 Tuition and Fees
* Excludes pre-K siblings; only children in K-8 qualify for family discount
** Based on estimated value of a RPA education of $11,000 per child
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.
