Providence Heights Alpha School is an independent, private, Catholic, coeducational school for students in PreK4 through eighth grade. Founded in 1926 and sponsored by the Sisters of Divine Providence, Alpha School is located on the sister's historic 40-acre campus located in Allison Park. The mission of Providence Heights Alpha School is to develop servant leaders and innovative thinkers by provi
ding a distinguished Catholic Education. At Alpha School, we strive to model Christian values rooted in trust, fostering compassion, leadership, and social justice in a community that welcomes children of all faiths and cultures. Although Providence Heights Alpha School is an independent, non-diocesan school, it does maintain a close relationship with the Diocese of Pittsburgh. Our students participate in Diocesan competitive sports such as, soccer, basketball, volleyball, and cross country. Additionally, our teachers are able to prepare our students for First Holy Communion which culminates with a very special mass in the sister's Mother of Divine Providence Chapel, as well as Confirmation which they receive at their home parish following graduation. On Fridays throughout the school year, we are fortunate to have several priests from the diocese share mass with students as we come together as a community of faith in the sister's Mother of Divine Providence chapel. Open to children of all faiths, Providence Heights Alpha School offers a wide range of programs and unique benefits to our students:
Student Teacher Ratio of 15:1
Advanced Curriculum
In addition to language arts, science, and mathematics, our students also receive instruction from educators that specialize in fine arts, Spanish, computer technology, social studies, religion, physical education, swimming and aquatic safety. Extracurricular activities*
Providence Heights Alpha School offers an array of extracurricular and enrichment activities for our students. Present and past activities include: forensics, Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science, band, student council, service club, Alpha Singers, and Alpha School's musical. As part of our APEX program students have the opportunity to explore other interests with 6-8 weeks activity focused sessions including: STEM club, book club, cooking class, chess, robotics, piano, guitar, and much.
*all extracurricular activities are based on student interest and may not be available every marking period. In addition to all of the extracurricular activities, Alpha School offers the on-site morning and after-school care. Facilities
Main Building/Provincial House
20 classrooms, library, computer lab, STEM lab, art room, cafeteria, pool, auditorium, and Mother of Divine Providence chapel. Early Learning Center at Ketteler Hall
A space designed specifically for our youngest learners. Complete with 5 classrooms, a reading/quiet space, and large common common area for safe exploration. Ketteler Hall
Full gymnasium, locker rooms, and concessions. Providence Heights Alpha School is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and member of the National Catholic Education Association and the Pennsylvania Middle School Association
