Saints Simon & Jude School is a Catholic co-educational school serving preschool through grade 8 in West Chester, Pennsylvania. The school offers ADD/ADHD support programs, making it a resource for families navigating learning differences. With an average class size of 18 students and a staff where 50% hold advanced degrees, SSJ provides structured, individualized attention that can benefit students requiring academic scaffolding or behavioral support.
Beyond academics, SSJ enriches the student experience with extensive extracurricular options including sports (baseball, soccer, lacrosse, volleyball, and more), performing arts (band, choir, spring musical), and clubs like Science Explorers and Reading Olympics. The school also operates a before and after school CARES program, offering extended care for families who need flexible scheduling around work or therapy appointments.
The school was named a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence by the U.S. Department of Education in 2017 and has received recognition as a School of Distinguished Instruction from the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. Tuition begins at $5,700 for K-8 (with sibling discounts available), and financial aid is offered to qualifying families. Contact the admissions director, Jennifer Appaneal, at (610) 696-5249 or visit school.simonandjude.org for more information about enrollment and special education services.