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Cardinal Hickey Academy is a K-8th grade Regional Catholic school and Montessori preschool supported by three neighboring parishes.
The school has families enrolled from Calvert County, southern Anne Arundel County, and Prince George's County.
It is the mission of CHA to provide each child an education focused on faith, community and excellence to nurture the whole child's moral, character and academic development.
Club or Organization: National Junior Honor Society, Safety Patrol, Student Government Association
Arts and Music Programs: Band and Handbells, Drama Club
Recreational Athletic Programs: Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts
School Notes
The Cardinal Hickey Academy is a Catholic School of the
Archdiocese of Washington, D.C. The Academy recognizes that human
dignity requires that each person act out of conscious and free
choice, as moved and drawn in a personal way from within. The
Academy embraces a sacred respect for this process and individual
conscience. The Academy serves the educational needs of the
Catholic families in northern Calvert County and southern Anne
Arundel County.
We love Cardinal Hickey Academy and are very happy we chose to send our kids to CHA. The teachers are excellent, and they truly care about the kids. The principal is a very positive presence in the school, and she is fast to respond when you have a question or concern. Our kids have flourished at CHA, and we appreciate that the school is solidly grounded in core Catholic principles and very much focused on building people of strong character. Also, we love that our older children who've moved on to high school are excelling. Their years at CHA set them up well for success. Spanish is taught in all grades and Science and Math instruction are particularly strong. Our kids have enjoyed participating in the school's music program. CHA has both a beginner band and an advanced band, and a handbell choir. The school also has a strong drama program.
- Posted by Parent - CHAParent
512/8/2022
The academic program is far above anything you will find in the area! My students and myself love it here. My children look forward each school year to participating in the athletic , art and drama programs which are great! The school has shown my child how to work hard to succeed at challenging tasks and this will be a life long lesson that they will take with them throughout life. Great School to send your child you will not regret it!
- Posted by Parent - scatt
54/6/2019
CHA has been a great experience. I couldn`t imagine going anywhere else. The teachers so far have been lovely, I am impressed with the educational experience my child has had. The Catholic education has helped us create a faith based foundation for our child.
- Posted by Parent - Bonnie
53/14/2019
We have experienced a wonderful education for our child at CHA. The religious education is the best I have seen. I myself attended Catholic schools, and this education is very thorough. I am learning along with my child, it is special to share.
- Posted by Parent - 4th Grade Mom
510/7/2018
This is a wonderful faith filled school that has taught my children the most important thing in life "How to treat people and have compassion for others" The education was excellent and has been a great foundation for my child to continue to high school as well.
- Posted by Parent - CHA parent from 2018
53/10/2018
Cardinal Hickey Academy is a Blue Ribbon school that truely stands out from all other private schools in the area. My children love to go to school everyday and everyone there is a part of our family. This school is the best that you could choose to send your child to.
- Posted by Parent - #1FAN
512/7/2016
Excellent school! Students are challenged and eager to learn. Music and drama programs are outstanding!My children love the environment and the kindness of the school and administration cannot be understated.
- Posted by Parent - Lions
55/30/2013
Cardinal Hickey Academy is an outstanding private school that not only teachers its students the values to live by, but also provides a top notched education that you will not receive in other schools in the area. The students are well disciplined at an early age so that they may handle the rigorous academic program this school offers each child.
The facility is beautiful. The classrooms are spacious and the new wing provides an updated computer lab, lecture hall, and a brand new library. The school s extracurricular activities focus on the arts with a school wide musical that involves grades 5 through 8 each year. The children also love the many sport teams that the school organizes for league play.
- Posted by Parent - scatt
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Quick Stats (2024-25)
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 215 students
Yearly Tuition: $11,190
Average class size: 22 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
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