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Norwood-Fontbonne Academy
Norwood-Fontbonne Academy is a co-educational independent Catholic school for pre-k through grade 8.
Norwood-Fontbonne Academy offers dual path primary and Montessori programs for ages 3 to 8, an intermediate program for grades 4 and 5, and an innovative middle school for grades 6 to 8. At NFA, children from a diverse and inclusive community of families come together for an independent school experience like no other. Inspired by the mission of the Sisters of Saint Joseph that "all may be one," o
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At NFA, friendships begin in our classrooms, grow on our playgrounds, and last a lifetime. Today, we celebrate the classmates who become teammates, the friends who become family, and the caring community that makes every student feel they belong. Happy International Day of Friendship!
07/28/2026
NFA graduates, we're eager to hear your good news and celebrate with you! Please submit your Alumni Class Notes ASAP!
Submit Class Notes here: www.norfon.org/classnotes
07/23/2026
Students in Mrs. Nisley-Trainor's 1st grade class hosted a Fairy Tale Fest for parents and peers at the end of the school year. Our students showed their creativity and wit. Take a look at 1A's version of "Goldilocks and the Three Bears."
Special thanks to Dr. Stotz for helping with the video production!
07/16/2026
Dr. Stotz spent the week in Minnesota attending the KidWind ReCharge Academy. During her stay she had the opportunity to visit a wind turbine facility. The conference focused on renewable energy in action, learning from industry experts, and getting a closer look at the technology powering a more sustainable future. We canβt wait to see this learning in the classroom!
07/15/2026
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07/14/2026
The Class of 2026 has plenty to celebrate! π
π 33 graduates
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More than $175,000 in scholarships and awards
π Over 60 acceptances to elite area high schools
β 100% of graduates accepted to their top-choice school
Congratulations to our graduates! We can't wait to see what you'll accomplish next!
07/08/2026
β¨ See what makes NFA extraordinary. β¨
You're invited to Norwood-Fontbonne Academy's Open House!
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Wednesday, July 15
π 5:00 PM
Discover an independent Catholic school where every child is known, inspired, and encouraged to grow with confidence and purpose. Set on 14 beautiful acres in nearby Chestnut Hill, NFA combines joyful, hands-on learning with exceptional academics from our renowned Montessori and Primary programs (ages 3 through Grade 3) through an innovative and engaging Middle School experience (Grades 4β8).
Come explore our campus, meet our dedicated faculty, and learn why families have chosen NFA for more than 100 years.
We can't wait to welcome you!
π Register today online: www.norfon.org/openhouse
07/04/2026
Weβre wishing the Norwood-Fontbonne Academy community a happy and safe Fourth of July as we celebrate Americaβs 250th anniversary! πΊπΈ
NFA students in Junior Level Montessori A spent the entire school year doing a deep dive on the American Colonial Era and American Revolution. Students visited the Museum of the American Revolution, Betsy Ross House, and Independence Mall this past spring. β€οΈπ€π
NFA Community, post your 4th of July photos below! πΊπΈ
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8891 Germantown Avenue
Philadelphia, PA
19118