FAQs

Do you have a Pre-Kindergarten program?

Yes, we have a full day Pre-K program for 4-year-olds. Our Pre-K meets each day from 8:00 a.m. to
2:45 p.m. After-school care is also available for our Pre-K students. Our overview document has more information about the Pre-K program. 

Do you have full day Kindergarten?

Yes, our Kindergarten is a full-day program.  Kindergarten meets the same time as the rest of the school, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. After-school care is also available for our Kindergarten students. 

How old does a child have to be to enroll?

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania uses your child’s age as of September 1, as their basis to determine when a student can enroll in Kindergarten. Consequently, if your child turns 5 on or before September 1, he or she is eligible to enroll in Kindergarten. The same date is used for our Pre-K program. If a child turns 4 on or before September 1, he or she is eligible to enroll in our 4 year old Pre-K program.

What is your average class size?

Class size varies based on enrollment in each grade, but the average class size is approximately 20 students for our primary grades and 25 students for our junior high grades.

How much does it cost to attend Holy Cross Regional Catholic School?

Our tuition rates differ according to various factors such as grade level, number of students enrolled, Catholic vs. non-Catholic etc. You will find current tuition rates and financial aid information under the Admissions page.

Does my family have to be Catholic to attend?

All children are welcome! While the Catholic faith is an integral part of school life, a number of our school students are not Catholic.

Can I visit the school?

Yes, we are pleased to conduct tours of our school for new and prospective families. You can contact our school office at 610-489-9434 for more information or schedule a tour online.

What time do classes start and end?

Our school day begins at 8:00 a.m. and ends at 2:45 p.m. for all grades Pre-K -8.

Do you provide bus transportation?

Bus transportation to and from Holy Cross Regional Catholic School for students in Kindergarten through grade 8 is provided by your local public school district. Any district within 10 miles of our school is required to provide transportation. Feel free to call our school office or your school district’s transportation coordinator for details. You also can find applicable forms for many districts on our School District Busing page.

Pre-K students cannot ride public school buses.

Do students at Holy Cross wear uniforms?

Yes, all children from Kindergarten through grade 8 wear uniforms. Uniform requirements vary by grade level and there are different options for boys and girls. Detailed uniform policies are available on the student dress code page.

Do you provide before or after-school care?

Holy Cross Regional Catholic School offers an after-school program called "CARES" for parents who need to arrange care for their children after school.  This is available for a modest fee for all full-day students and is provided after school dismissal until 6 p.m.