Where Curiosity Comes First

St. Peter's School is a nonreligious, independent school for Preschool through 8th Grade, rooted in the heart of Philadelphia's Society Hill neighborhood and open to every family.

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🏫Preschool–Grade 8
One school, one community
📍Society Hill, Philadelphia
319 Lombard Street
🌱Nonreligious & Inclusive
Open to all families
⭐Est. 1834
Nearly 200 years in Philadelphia

A different kind of school.

The kind Philadelphia families have been choosing for nearly 200 years.

At St. Peter's School, we believe childhood itself is worth honoring. Not just the academics — though those matter deeply — but the curiosity, the friendships, the moments of discovery that shape who a child becomes.

We are a small, independent, nonreligious school where students don't get lost. Teachers know their names, their interests, and how they learn. Families become part of a community that lasts well beyond 8th Grade.

If you're looking for a school that pairs genuine academic rigor with the kind of warmth and belonging every child deserves, you're in the right place.

Everything a great school should be.

A City That Teaches
Our City Curriculum uses Philadelphia as an extension of the classroom — its history, culture, and people. Students don't just learn about the world; they learn in it.
A Whole-Child Education
From Preschool through 8th grade, we balance strong academics with social-emotional growth. Students leave SPS confident, curious, and genuinely ready for what comes next.
A Community That Knows You
With roughly 163 students across all grades, every child is seen here. Small class sizes mean real relationships — between students, teachers, and families — that grow over years.

“We are so grateful for the opportunity to send our daughter to preschool at St. Peter’s. This place warms my heart daily with the individualized care and attention to all the unique and vibrant traits each child brings to the classroom.”

— Sylvia, Parent of Preschool student

PRESCHOOL THROUGH 8TH GRADE

11 years of growing together.

From a child’s very first school experience to the confidence of 8th Grade graduation, SPS offers a nurturing journey that only deepens over time.

Preschool – Kindergarten
Early Childhood
Play-based learning, social-emotional foundations, joyful discovery. Children learn to love school and learning.
1st Grade – 5th Grade
Lower Grades
Academic skill-building, City Curriculum immersion, creative exploration. Strong habits of mind take root.
6th Grade – 8th Grade
Upper Grades
Independence, leadership, project-based learning, and high school readiness. Students leave SPS prepared — and confident.

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