St. Philip Neri Catholic School

Face of Private School Education

Richard Hill, Principal

St. Philip Neri Catholic School (SPN) has been proudly providing education and faith formation for children and families throughout the metro area since 1961. Today, on its 14 acres of land, SPN serves students in PK3–7th grade on its main campus and children from 6 weeks of age to 2 years at its Early Learning Center.

How have you/the school invested in the student experience?

In recent years, the library has been refurbished, and both a science lab and an art studio have been added. Classrooms have been converted to LED lighting, new outdoor playground spaces have been built, and technology campus-wide has been updated. Technology improvements include the installation of fiber optic internet, the placing of new wireless access points, expanding the school’s 1:1 technology initiative to include second grade and up, and upgrading interactive boards and other equipment in classrooms. School security has been increased with the addition of an electronic key fob system.

What would you say the greatest strength of your school is?

The strength of St. Philip Neri lies with its people. We pride ourselves on offering a “full service” community, where our students, families, faculty, and parishioners can draw closer to God, work together to serve others, and develop lifelong friendships while growing in mind, body, and spirit, all towards the goal of forming future saints. We attribute the school’s success to the hard work and dedication of its teachers, the support and contributions of its families, and the zeal of its wonderful students. Serving at St. Philip Neri is an honor and privilege because I get to work on the frontlines with exceptional educators to bring the faith to our students and families, shining the light of Christ to others.

How are you/the company involved in our community?

SPN regularly donates money, goods, time, and talent to various organizations in our community for the betterment of all people.

What is special about New Orleans to you?

New Orleans is a unique environment in which our Catholic faith is alive and well. In an area of the country so rooted in our faith, it is an honor and a privilege to work with the “young Church” while providing faith opportunities for parents, guardians, and the wider community. We seek to provide a space where each of our stakeholders can have an encounter with Jesus Christ.

What do you offer students?

We offer a rigorous academic program and Catholic faith formation to students from six weeks of age through seventh grade.