Having faith in all children
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Toddlers through Grade 8
Having faith in all children, Notre Dame Academy is a welcoming, regional Catholic school in Minnetonka, MN offering preschool through eighth grade. Our students receive an education that is taught with kindness, inclusiveness, and a commitment to the whole child. Each student has the opportunity to learn, grow and work toward their unique potential.
Academic Excellence in a Faith-Centered Community
The Notre Dame Academy Preschool Program offers flexible, year-round school for children ages two to five. Our dedicated teachers share a love of early learning and strive for excellence in Catholic education.
Our teachers provide academic rigor and strong education outcomes by developing the minds, hearts, and souls of our children in a faith-centered environment and a nurturing community.
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Curriculum
Notre Dame Academy prides itself on providing a challenging, yet fun curriculum for all grade levels. We know that students learn the best when they are engaged, curious, and hands-on. We use several different types of curriculums across the core subjects as well as Spanish and various forms of fine arts opportunities. Our students leave Notre Dame Academy prepared to tackle college prep courses no matter what high school they choose to attend. We believe in developing well rounded students within a strong community that offers a comprehensive curriculum with differentiation available to meet each student’s needs.
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New NDA Principal
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Catholic Schools of the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis
The Catholic school badge is intended to symbolize a promise of academic excellence that helps form students’ minds, hearts and souls.
“My husband and I feel connected to many families within the school and are building friendships that will go beyond school years. We love seeing friends at the multiple family events scheduled throughout the year.”
– Middle School Parent
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Our faculty and staff enjoyed a little time reflecting on this year's Scripture Theme, Anchored in Christ, during our workshop week. 😇
Each team member painted an anchor for their classroom or office to serve as a reminder to all who see it. We're filled with gratitude for this time together, preparing our hearts and minds for the arrival of students next week! ⚓
Jestin Stoffel comes to Notre Dame Academy from a 20+ year career as a software developer in a wide range of fields and industries.
Since 2020, he has been a volunteer teacher of computer programming at the high school level and a volunteer teacher/assistant for STEM at the grade school level. He has a deep passion for technology education and is dedicated to preparing the next generation for the technological possibilities and challenges of the future. Please help us welcome Mr. Stoffel!
We are so grateful to our master gardeners for their work in leading our campers all summer long. The NDA garden is one of their summer highlights! 🥒🍅
“Both of my girls have attended this school since preschool. If you ever have the opportunity to support Catholic Schools for your children, grandchildren, or great-grandchildren, I highly recommend it. This has been the best opportunity for their self esteem, faith, community and personal well being.”
– Middle School Parent