Catholic PreK-8 school in Allison Park with specialized support for learning differences, small classes, and strong academics
Providence Heights Alpha School is a Catholic PreK-8 school in Allison Park that welcomes students of all faiths, including those with learning differences and ADD/ADHD. The school offers dedicated support programs designed to help students with learning differences succeed academically while maintaining rigorous instruction in core subjects. With an average class size of just 11 students and 60% of faculty holding advanced degrees, students receive personalized attention and instruction tailored to their learning needs.
The school combines traditional academics with innovative teaching methods, emphasizing strong preparation in science, math, computer technology, and the arts. Students benefit from a structured, supportive learning environment on a 40-acre North Hills campus. Extracurricular options include STEM Club, sports programs (basketball, soccer, volleyball, cross country, track), music and arts instruction, and clubs that foster academic and creative growth.
Founded in 1926, Providence Heights Alpha School charges $9,000 yearly tuition for grades K-8 (PreK $7,550), with discounts available for La Roche University employees. Admissions use a rolling process with no deadline. Families interested in learning more about the school's learning difference support and admissions should contact Admissions Director Anne Muth Orlando at (412) 366-4455 or visit alphaschool.org.
| Year Founded | 1926 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $9,000 |
| Tuition Notes | Prek $7550. Discounts available for La Roche University employees and employees of Sisters of Divine Providence |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 18 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 60 |
| Average Class Size | 11 |
| Grades Offered | Prekindergarten-8 |
| Admissions Director | Anne Muth Orlando |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 13 |
| Sports | Basketball · Cross Country · Soccer · Track and Field · Volleyball |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Altar Services · Book Clubs · Brownies · Ecoexplorers · Forensics · Math Club · PA Junior Academy of Science · Pittsburgh Regional Science and Engineering Fair · School Band · STEM Club · Student Council · Tennis Lessons · Arts and Music Programs: · Guitar Lessons · Musical Theatre · Piano · Recreational Athletic Programs: · Creativity Though Cooking · Cross Country · Fall/Spring Soccer · Girls Volleyball · Girls/Boys Basketball |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal |
| School Memberships | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) |
| Religious Affiliations | Catholic |
| School Calendar | www.alphaschool.org/_files/ugd/2005fb_f75e8bc4387c42019599a4128e0d3f71.pdf |
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