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A Catholic classical academy where students grow in faith, reason, character, and academic excellence within the life of the parish.

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At a Glance

St. John Catholic Academy is the parish's Catholic school, serving preschool, elementary, and middle school families in Panama City. The Academy is adjacent to the church at 1005 Fortune Avenue.

The school offers a classical Catholic education shaped by strong academics, daily faith formation, prayer, service, and partnership with parents.

For current admissions, grade availability, tours, tuition, or scholarship information, call the Academy office at 850-763-1775, email [email protected], or visit stjohncatholicacademy.org.

About

St. John Catholic Academy is one of the clearest ways our parish lives its mission of formation. Here, education and faith are not separate pursuits. Students are invited to grow in knowledge, wisdom, virtue, and love of God within a school community rooted in the life of the parish.

The Academy offers a classical liberal arts education that helps children build strong foundations and learn to think with clarity. Scripture, prayer, regular Mass, service, literature, mathematics, language, science, and the arts all contribute to the formation of the whole person. The goal is not academic achievement alone, but young people who can recognize truth, communicate well, serve generously, and live their faith with confidence.

Parents are the primary educators of their children, and the Academy seeks to serve them as a trusted partner. Small class settings and a close-knit community allow teachers to know their students and accompany each child's academic, personal, and spiritual growth.

St. John has served families through Catholic education since 1958. The Academy continues that work today by preparing students for academic success and forming disciples of Christ for life.

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The best way to discover whether St. John Catholic Academy is right for your family is to visit, meet the school community, and learn about the admissions process.

Learn abou the Academy: Visit https://stjohncatholicacademy.org/ for current school information and news.
Plan a visit or ask a question: Use https://stjohncatholicacademy.org/inquire/ to connect with the Academy and explore a tour.
Review admissions: Visit https://stjohncatholicacademy.org/admissions/ for current application details.
Explore financial assistance: Visit https://stjohncatholicacademy.org/financial-aid/ for current scholarship and aid information.

You may also call the Academy office at 850-763-1775 or email [email protected].

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Common Questions

Is St. John Catholic Academy part of the parish?

Yes. The Academy is adjacent to St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church and is part of the parish's mission of education and faith formation. Students take part in prayer, Mass, service, and sacramental life within a school community closely connected to the parish.

What ages and grades does the Academy serve?

The Academy serves preschool, elementary, and middle school families. Because age and grade availability can change from year to year, families should contact the Academy office or review the admissions page for the current program range.

What does “classical Catholic education” mean?

Classical education gives students a strong foundation in language, literature, mathematics, history, science, and the arts while teaching them to reason carefully and communicate clearly. At St. John, this academic formation is integrated with Catholic faith so students grow in wisdom and virtue as well as knowledge.

How is faith part of the school day?

Faith is woven into the life of the Academy through daily prayer, Scripture, regular Mass, service, and Catholic teaching across the curriculum. The goal is to help students understand that faith is not one isolated subject, but a way of seeing and living the whole of life.

Does my family need to be Catholic to apply?

The Academy welcomes Catholic and non-Catholic families. Every family should understand that the school's identity, curriculum, prayer, and community life are intentionally and unapologetically Catholic.

How can our family visit or apply?

Begin at https://stjohncatholicacademy.org/inquire/ to ask questions or plan a visit. Current application information is available at https://stjohncatholicacademy.org/admissions/. Families may also call 850-763-1775 or email [email protected].

Are scholarships or financial aid available?

Scholarship and financial-aid options may be available to qualifying families, including Florida scholarship programs and other grants. Because eligibility and award details can change, visit https://stjohncatholicacademy.org/financial-aid/ for current information.