Villa Maria Academy, a Catholic private day school for girls in grade K-8, and co-ed Early Learning Center for three and four year olds located in Immaculata, Pennsylvania, was established in 1872 by the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary. Villa Maria Academy strives to prepare girls to become Christian women assuming leadership and services roles within the family, the local and global community as well as their parish and the universal Church. While integrating spirituality with academics, the school-wide goals seek to impart a love for life-long learning, the development of critical thinking skills and the nurturing of creativity, beauty, truth and reverence for each person as a unique expression of God’s creation. The educational program at Villa Maria Academy encourages students to maximize their capabilities, to develop positive self-images and to use these gifts in service to others. An emphasis on 21st century skills and learning provides all students with the latest technology blended within a well-rounded curriculum full of opportunities for involvement in extra-curricular activities.