What are the school hours?

***New arrival and dismissal times for the start of the 2020 school year***
Students enter the building starting between 8:00-8:30 am (extra time to allow for a staggered arrival).
Classes are in session from 8:35 am to 3:00 pm.
The pre-kindergarten half-day program runs from 8:35 am to 12:00 pm.
Half-day dismissal time is 11:30 am
​ Extended Day Care runs from 7:00 am to 8:00 am and from 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm

What is the school's yearly schedule?

The 2020 school year will begin for grades K-8 on September 8th and for PreK on September 10th.

In general, the school year coincides with Leominster Public Schools. School breaks in December, February, and April match those of the public schools. We also follow the school-closing schedule for inclement weather or emergency situations as outlined by Leominster Public Schools.

What is the enrollment at St. Anna School?

St. Anna Catholic School has one classroom per grade for Pre-Kindergarten 3 through grade 8.
​The average class size is 18 students.
Classroom Assistants support teachers in PreK3, PreK4, Kindergarten, and other classes as needed.
Approximately 200 students from 129 families attend St. Anna's.

What faculty and staff support the school?

There are 15 full-time faculty, 3 classroom aides, and seven part-time faculty.
The school nurse is available daily, and  80% of the faculty and staff are trained in first aid and rescue techniques.
​The library is staffed by volunteers.

​Is there a full-time school nurse?

Yes

​Where do graduates continue their education?

 Graduates of St. Anna Catholic School have continued their education at a variety of high schools:

        For more information about our graduates, check out our Alumni page.

 

Is lunch included with tuition?

No, the cost of lunch is not included in students' tuition. As the 2020 school year is beginning differently, we are currently examining our school lunch choice options.

What subjects are offered at St. Anna Catholic School?

The core content areas are:
Enrichment classes are called "Specials". These subjects include:  

Do students take standardized tests?

Yes, students in grades K-8 take NWEA Map Testing three times per year in the Fall, Spring and Winter.  Testing covers mathematics, reading, language mechanics, science, and social studies.

Is there instructional support for students?

Absolutely! We have a resource teacher who specializes in reading and mathematics. She works with students individually or in small groups during school time for extra support in fundamental literacy and math skills.

Are there co-curricular activities in which the students participate?

These assemblies and activities are held throughout the year:

Does the school offer extra-curricular activities?

Of course! Students are encouraged to participate in sports teams and other activities. These include:

What is the allergy policy?

St. Anna Catholic School follows the Leominster Department of Public Health's recommendation to assess student allergies on an individual basis. We are allergen-aware, not allergen-free. Questions should be referred to our school nurse, at kcouture@stannaleom.org

Do students attend Catholic Mass?
Yes, students will be able to attend mass this school year. We are currently working on a schedule that will follow the social distancing protocals. 

Are parents allowed to attend school Mass?

Absolutely! Parents are welcome to attend any weekly Mass with the school.
​Parents are especially encouraged to do so during times where students receive special recognition (such as Student of the Month or Honor Roll).
*** We may have to limit parents at our school masses this year in order to comply with safety guidelines.***

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