Strong Minds. Loving Hearts.
Our 14 schools are now accepting applications for the 2023-2024 school year! APPLY TODAY or give us a call.
IMS is a nonprofit network of 14 independent Catholic schools serving 4,000 students in grades Pre-K to 8 from families of all faiths in and near Philadelphia.
With a rigorous curriculum and high expectations, our schools challenge students to develop strong minds.
Guided by our Catholic values, we nurture the development of moral character, respectful behavior, and loving hearts.
With support from generous donors, IMS provides financial aid to every family, making our schools affordable for all.
Last year, 81% of graduates enrolled at an Archdiocesan Catholic high school, an Independent
Catholic or Non-Catholic School, or a PHL Special Admit/Magnet school.
IMS sends graduates to
high-performing high schools
IMS has implemented
data-driven instruction
at all schools
IMS has spent
over $8M
to improve school facilities
IMS has adopted
research-based
math and ELA curriculums
IMS has raised
over $87M
to subsidize tuition for families
The Future is Bright
IMS Class of 2023 High School Selections
Archdiocesan Schools
Catholic Independent Schools
PHL/DE Charter Schools
District Schools in PHL/DE/NJ
PHL Special Admit/Magnet Schools
Non-Catholic Independent Schools
PHL/PA/DE/NJ Cyber-Home Schools
News from Our Network
Beth Alfonsi Appointed as Chief of Staff for Independence Mission Schools
Seasoned education executive now leading operations for Philadelphia-Area Catholic school network Philadelphia, PA – Sept. 2023 – Independence Mission Schools (IMS) has appointed Beth Alfonsi...
St. Thomas Aquinas 1st Day of School Makes the News!
The 17th Police District was present at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic School to greet students on their first day of school! Chief Inspector Gillespie and his officers were all smiles and shook hands...
OMSSI New Playground Makes the News!
The unveiling, ribbon-cutting and blessing of the brand-new playground at Our Mother of Sorrows/St. Ignatius of Loyola Catholic School took place on Monday, August 28 at 4 pm to celebrate...
Thank You to the Sponsors of the 2023 IMS Summit
“The thing that makes IMS so special for my family is that they make you feel special. They stop at nothing to make sure your child succeeds. So to me it’s a no-brainer.”