About Us
A Tradition of Excellence
Dear Future Notre Dame Academy Family,
Welcome to Notre Dame Academy! Thank you for considering Notre Dame Academy as a partner in your child’s education. Choosing a school is an important decision, and I am honored that you are taking the time to learn more about our community.
At Notre Dame Academy, we believe every child is a gift from God with unique talents and purpose. Together with parents—the first and most important teachers of their children—we are committed to helping students grow in faith, knowledge, character, and service. Our goal is to prepare young people not only for academic success but also for lives rooted in Christ.
When you visit our school, I hope you will experience something that cannot be captured in a brochure. You will find students who are known, valued, and encouraged to become the people God created them to be. You will meet dedicated teachers who challenge students academically while nurturing their spiritual growth. Most of all, you will discover a community where faith is woven into everyday life through our classrooms, prayer, friendships, and service to others.
I invite you to visit Notre Dame Academy and experience our community for yourself. To learn more or schedule a personal tour, please visit www.nda-mn.org or contact our office at admissions@nda-mn.org.
Thank you for considering Notre Dame Academy. We look forward to meeting your family and partnering with you in your child’s faith and educational journey.
May God bless you and your family.
Blessings,
Kari Marsh
Principal
Our Mission
As a regional Catholic school our mission is to provide PreK-8th grade students a Christ-centered, inclusive and innovative learning environment.
Each student has the opportunity to learn, grow and work toward their unique potential while continually guided by the spiritual example of Our Lady in a joyful and nurturing community.
History
Notre Dame Academy (NDA) was established by the parishes of St. Gabriel the Archangel in Hopkins and Immaculate Heart of Mary in Minnetonka in 2013. These parishes have provided an outstanding legacy of education and faith formation in this area since 1951. Our building was built in 1951, expanded in 1953 and again in 2004, adding the middle school wing.
At Notre Dame Academy, high academic standards and achievements coupled with the dedication of parents, students, educators, pastors, and the Catholic community will continue to provide a vibrant model of the living Gospel in action for years to come.
Accreditations
Notre Dame Academy is committed to high academics, which is the reason we participate in the Minnesota Non-Public Accreditation Association (MNSAA) and the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). As a Catholic school, we also hold a Lumen Accreditation. Accreditation standards help us to deliver the highest quality education through outside objective validation with onsite visits and yearly reporting.
“We have been blessed to be a part of the Notre Dame Academy community for the last two years. We moved to the area from out of state during the middle of the school year; the warm welcome received was such a blessing! Dr. Jungels is a wonderful leader and truly cares about each child and family with NDA!”
– New Parent