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The Agnes Irwin School, Rosemont
"A non-denominational, independent, college preparatory day school for girls in Kindergarten through 12th grade."
Archbishop Prendergast Catholic High School, Drexel Hill
"Part of the Secondary School System of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia." Girls. Day.
Archbishop Ryan High School, Philadelphia
"The largest Catholic high school in the world."
The Baldwin School, Bryn Mawr
The Baldwin School is an independent college-preparatory day school for girls in Pre-Kindergarten through 12th Grade.
Bishop McDevitt High School, Wyncote
"As a member institution of the Philadelphia Archdiocesan Secondary School System, is unique for the value-centered education it provides, the excellence it promotes, the traditions it cherishes, and the diversity it encourages."
Chestnut Hill Academy, Chestnut Hill
"A non-sectarian, K-12 day school for boys and young men who live in the greater Philadelphia area."
Christ the King School, Philadelphia
"Christ the King School is staffed by the Sisters of Saint Joseph and a dedicated lay faculty. Our school endeavors to provide a strong sense of community while fostering the individual gifts of each student."
Crefeld School, Chestnut Hill
"A 6th-12th grade school located in Chestnut Hill Pennsylvania. It is an alternative high school geared at educating students who have had little success in more restrictive and conventional classroom situations."
Devereux Philadelphia Area Centers
Devereux maintains facilities at the Beneto Center, Kanner Center and the Whitlock Center. Special needs education.
Drexel Hill School of the Holy Child, Drexel Hill
The philosophy of this Roman Catholic school underscores the ability of independent schools to deal with matters of religion head-on and as they see fit.
The Episcopal Academy, Merion
"Offers college preparatory education for more than 1,000 girls and boys from junior kindergarten through twelfth grade in four units: Upper, Middle, Lower School at Devon and the Lower School at Merion." JK-12. Coed. Day.
Father Judge High School, Philadelphia
"Was established in 1954 by the Archdiocese of Philadelphia as a school for young men in the Holmesburg area of Northeast Philadelphia."
Friends' Central School, Wynnewood
"Since its establishment in 1845 by the Religious Society of Friends, Friends' Central School, a coeducational day school for prekindergarten through twelfth grades, has been guided by the Quaker testimonies of peace, simplicity, equality and service."
Friends Select School, Philadelphia
"483 students in grades pre-kindergarten through twelve. The school has three divisions, Lower (pre-kindergarten through 4th), Middle (5th through 8th), and Upper (grades 9 to 12). The Upper School has 166 students."
Germantown Academy, Fort Washington
"An independent, coeducational, non-denominational day school, prekindergarten through twelfth grade, welcoming students, faculty and staff of diverse ethnic, religious and socio-economic backgrounds."
Germantown Friends School, Philadelphia
"A nationally recognized independent co-ed school for grades K-12, GFS provides a wealth of opportunities for community involvement and personal growth."
Girard College, Philadelphia
"Girard College’s singular purpose is to build a solid foundation for a successful life—equipping needy children for advanced education and life as moral, compassionate and productive people."
Gladwyne Montessori School, Gladwyne
"...a private / independent Montessori school located 6 miles west of Philadelphia,Pennsylvania, provides a superior education for children starting from infancy through K-6th. Gladwyne Montessori's values and principles are based on Maria Montessori Theory."
The Haverford School, Haverford
"A nonsectarian college preparatory school, junior kindergarten through grade twelve, exists to educate qualified boys and young men of many differing talents and economic, ethnic, racial and religious backgrounds."
The Hill School, Pottstown
"We seek boys and girls who are motivated and individualistic, who are willing to take risks, show commitment, and give their all to the experience of The Hill." 8-PG. Coed. Boarding/Day.
Holy Ghost Preparatory School, Bensalem
Roman Catholic college prep school. 8-12. Boys.
Little Flower Catholic High School, Philadelphia
"Little Flower is committed to providing young women with a value-oriented, Catholic education which promotes academic excellence and integrity, moral development, generous service and civic responsibility in a supportive, nurturing, Christ-centered environment."
Miquon School, Conshohocken
"Founded by parents in 1932, Miquon is an independent elementary school for children in nursery through 6th grade. We are located in the Philadelphia suburbs between Conshohocken and Manayunk."
Monsignor Bonner High School, Drexel Hill
"Bonner strives to educate teen-age boys in the Catholic and Augustinian Tradition, with emphasis on their spiritual, intellectual, athletic and social development."
Overbrook School For The Blind, Philadelphia
"Offers a variety of programs for children of different ages and abilities. The whole school is geared toward supporting students as they grow and learn."
The Phelps School, Malvern
"A small school with a limited enrollment. Each boy is a special person, not lost in a large, impersonal institution."
Roman Catholic High School, Philadelphia
Roman Catholic. 7-12. Coed.
Rosemont School of the Holy Child, Rosemont
"Rosemont School is an independent, coeducational, Catholic day school, nursery through eighth grade, serving 300 students."
Saint Cyril of Alexandria School, East Lansdowne
"We have a student population of 311 students in 13 classrooms each with a qualified lay teacher. Our students come from the Philadelphia School District (18), Upper Darby School District (140), the William Penn School District (149) and the West Chester School District."
Saint Hubert Catholic High School, Philadelphia
Since it opened its doors in September 1941, St. Hubert Catholic High School for Girls has grown steadily to become the largest girls' school in the Archdiocese of  Philadelphia, serving a student body exceeding 1,300.
Saint James Catholic School, Sewickley
St. James School is a  ministry of the faith community of St. James Roman Catholic Church. K-8.
SS John Neumann & Maria Goretti High School, Philadelphia
"Founded by the Norbertine Community in 1934, Saint John Neumann High School is a comprehensive, boys Catholic school whose campus is located in the city of Philadelphia."
Saint Joseph's Preparatory School, Philadelphia
"A private, independent, Catholic school affiliated with the Society of Jesus (Jesuits). The Prep, as it is called, educates boys in grades 9 to 12."
Saint Norbert School, Paoli
"St. Norbert School, a Roman Catholic elementary school located in the western suburbs of Philadelphia in beautiful Chester County, Pennsylvania, was founded by the Grey Nuns of the Sacred Heart in 1957."
The School at Church Farm, Paoli
A private, boarding & day college preparatory school for boys, grades 7-12.
The Shipley School, Bryn Mawr
"Shipley is a diverse community of students, parents, faculty, and administration dedicated to the highest standards of education and personal development. In an average class size of 15, each student is recognized for his or her unique personal and intellectual qualities and encouraged to develop them to the fullest."
Solomon Schechter Day School, Philadelphia
"Founded in 1956, affiliated with and endorsed by the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism, serves Jewish students in grades Gan [kindergarten] through six at facilities in Philadelphia's western suburbs and on the Mandell Education Campus in Melrose Park."
Springside School, Philadelphia
Founded in 1879, Springside School is a non-denominational, independent, college preparatory day school for girls in PreKindergarten through 12th grade. Located in Philadelphia, Springside draws students from over 70 zip codes. Coordinate program with boys' school Chestnut Hill Academy in grades 9-12.
Valley Forge Military Academy and College, Wayne
"Academy students, grades 7-12, come to Valley Forge as boys. They graduate as young men; confident, strong, capable, and dependable."
Villa Maria Academy, Malvern
Catholic. Girls. Day. 9-12.
West Philadelphia Catholic High School, Philadelphia
1996 Blue Ribbon School. Roman Catholic. Coed. 7-12.
West Chester Friends School, West Chester
"West Chester Friends School is a Quaker day school serving the needs of 166 students from Early Start (age 4 1/2) to Grade 5 with a staff of 35 educators and administrators."
Spotlight on Girard College
Girard College in Philadelphia is one of the very few private schools which offer a tuition free education. It's all thanks to the vision and munificence of a community leader who wanted to do more for society. The headmaster of the College answers some of my questions in this interview.

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