9 Things You May Not Know about Orlando Catholic Schools
You probably realize the 12 Catholic schools in Orlando are faith-based and focus on the Catholic religion as part of their daily instruction. However, the Diocese of Orlando has a list of items you may not realize as you research the best Catholic school for your child.
- All our elementary and middle schools are accredited by the Florida Catholic Conference (FCC), and our high schools are accredited by AdvancED. All elementary/middle schools in the Diocese of Orlando are evaluated at the mid-point of their FCC accreditation visits. using the National Standards and Benchmarks for Effective Catholic Elementary and Secondary Schools. Lastly, our highly-qualified teachers are certified by the Florida Department of Education and many have attained higher degrees to increase their teaching abilities.
- Along with core subjects, Catholic schools in Orlando offer enrichment courses, such as computer science, Spanish, art, drama, and music. These extracurricular activities may be available during the day or after school.
- For those who qualify, financial assistance often covers some or all tuition costs, uniforms, books, and supplies. Each school has slightly different assistance available; contact your school of choice for details.
- Learning is not simply students in desks facing a teacher; lessons are individualized, taught in small-group settings, large-group instruction, computer instruction, and cooperative learning groups. These lessons may include critical thinking activities involving hands-on materials or computer-generated examples. Advanced level coursework is available for middle and high school students.
- At most schools, the number of students per classroom is well below the maximum set by the State of Florida. This gives students more one-on-one instruction and a more likely chance to understand material.
- The Iowa Test of Basic Skills (ITBS) evaluates students annually in grades 3-8. Students in Catholic schools in Orlando prove quite proficient in these national tests with students outscoring their peers on a state and national level.
- Students are able to participate in a variety of sports and extracurricular activities to produce a more well-rounded education. Working with others outside the classroom allows students to expand their horizons and realize the gifts given to them by their Holy Father.
- In a Catholic school, students’ deep religious beliefs are recognized in a faith-filled community of learning. Through daily prayer, Mass, religious events, and service projects throughout the community, students feel the love of Christ.
- Catholic students come from all walks of life, and your child will have the ability to meet others from different faiths, backgrounds, and ethnic groups.
Give your child the Catholic school advantage. Contact the Diocese of Orlando at 407-246-4903 to find a Catholic school in Orlando perfect for your young scholar. Read our blogs to learn more about our individual schools and education philosophy.