We are Hope!

Our Lady of Hope is a dynamic Catholic elementary school offering a rigorous education grounded in faith and moral values. Our Lady of Hope provides parents who want a strong education based on faith and morals a clear choice. We continue the tradition of excellence in education that has been a hallmark of Catholic schools for over 100 years.

South Philly's Regional Catholic School

Our Lady of Hope is the regional school for the parishes of Sacred Heart of Jesus, Our Lady of Mt. Carmel and Epiphany of Our Lord,  Stella Maris and St. Philip Neri.   The traditions and histories of these vital communities form the foundation of Our Lady of Hope.

Academic Excellence

We provide a challenging curriculum taught by dynamic and highly qualified faculty.  Our school has the latest in teaching technology. Our students become life long learners. As a Catholic elementary school, we have a tradition of proven success.  Check out the stats and compare Catholic schools to alternatives like charter and public schools.  Click here to learn about the Catholic School Advantage.

Affordable Pre-K

Parents of preschool kids love Our Lady of Hope! We offer full and part-time programs for 3 and 4 year old children. In our Pre-K 3 and Pre-K 4 class, children grow socially, spiritually and academically. Our teachers and aides foster a warm and loving environment where students begin to build the foundation for life long learning.  And, our program is considerably more affordable than other preschools, daycares and Pre-K programs in the area.

This website is the official site for OLH. The site is regularly updated with school events, news, lunch menu items, pictures and videos. Our News section is a blog and posts will be linked to our new Facebook page.

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Great News!  Our Lady of Hope Regional Catholic School has grants available [click here] for new studnets transfering to our school!

The Bishop's Transfer Grant provides $1,000 for the first year and $500 for the second year.  Bishop Transfer Grants are available for students in grades 2-8.

Welcome Grants are also available for students transferring to Our Lady of Hope.  Welcome Grants are for $1,000 the fist year and $500 the second year.  These grants are availabe for students transfering into first grade.  

Our Lady of Hope provides a rigorous, faith-based, Catholic educaiton for tudents from Pre-K 3 to 8th grade.  We are located in South Philadelphia.  In response to COVID-19, OLOH has developed a rigerous safety plan to keep our kids and teachers healthy.  Check out the details by clicking here.  We are providing in-person instruction five days per week.  We also offer a virtual option for families 

Our Lady of Hope is a vital presence of Catholic educaiton in South Philadelphia.  We are a vibrant, dynamic and loving community.  Join our family!

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