St. Bernadette School

What St. Bernadette School does

St. Bernadette School is a private Catholic preschool-through-Grade 8 institution located at 266 Main Street, Northborough, Massachusetts, operated by the Diocese of Worcester and accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC). Founded in 1996 as a 25-student preschool and day care, the school has grown to serve over 350 students from more than 30 towns in Central Massachusetts, becoming the largest elementary/middle school in the Worcester Diocese. Its academic program features a dedicated Early Childhood Center (PK3-PK4) and a main K-8 building, with a STEM-focused curriculum highlighted by the Reach for the Sky STEM Integration Program, FIRST LEGO League participation, SPHERO robotics, and a dedicated STEM Lab equipped with competition-grade LEGO tables, 42 Chromebooks, micro:bit, and Makey Makey physical computing tools. The school earned the 2014 National Blue Ribbon School designation from the U.S. Department of Education — the only Catholic school in New England and one of 50 non-public schools nationally to receive this honor.

The school's revenue model is primarily tuition-based, with tuition rates calibrated yearly to cover approximately 80% of the $7,300 per-pupil actual cost of education; the remaining ~20% is subsidized through annual fundraising (~$1,375/student), a Parent Connection goal of $130,000, and an annual gala/auction. Ancillary revenue streams include extended day program fees ($175-$425/month), application/registration fees ($300 application, $175 technology fee for grades 6-8), and a differentiated international student program charging $14,500-$16,000 annually for F-1 visa students from Spain, South Korea, and China. Go-to-market is direct-to-consumer: private/group tours, shadow days, and online inquiry forms, with applications accepted annually starting the last Sunday in January until classes fill. The school employs 157 staff and operates under designated leadership including Principal Mary Anne Jezierski and Director of Admissions Michele Walsh.

Name

St. Bernadette School

Legal name

St. Bernadette School

Website

https://stb-school.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1996

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

St. Bernadette School is a private Catholic PK-8 school in Northborough, Massachusetts, serving 350+ students from 30+ Central Massachusetts towns and F-1 international students. Operated by the Diocese of Worcester, it is a 2014 National Blue Ribbon School with STEM-focused curriculum and tuition-based revenue.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private K-8 Catholic Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110), Educational Services (61)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Faith-Based (Religious) K–12 Schools (EDAJABAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Faith-Based Preschools (EDACABAF), Faith-Based Education & Formation (Seminaries, Religious Schools, Catechesis) (BPAGAJAD)

Keywords

• Catholic K-8 education
• Private elementary school
• Faith-based schooling
• Early childhood education
• Preschool programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Northborough

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Tuition: Primary revenue source from tuition payments. Tuition rates determined yearly based on percentage of actual cost to educate each student. Approximately 80% of projected cost per student comes from tuition.
2. International Student Tuition: Full-year tuition for international F-1 visa students: $16,000 for Grades 6-8, $14,500 for Grades K-5. Half-year (Spring Semester) tuition available at $8,000 and $7,250 respectively. Monthly rate of $1,600 (Grades 6-8) or $1,450 (Grades K-5) for non-full-semester stays.
3. Annual Fund and Development: Annual fundraising activities and charitable donations result in approximately $1,375 subsidy per student. Parent Connection goal of raising $130,000 for core budget through SCRIP program, magazine drive, and golf tournament.
4. Extended Day Program Fees: After-school care from 3:00-6:00 PM for K-8 students. Monthly fees: 5 days $425, 4 days $365, 3 days $310, 2 days $260, 1 day $175. Drop-in fee $40/day. Registration fee $50 per family.
5. Application and Registration Fees: Non-refundable application fee of $300 per student ($75 at application, $225 balance upon enrollment). Technology fee of $175 for grades 6-8. Graduation fee of $200 for grade 8.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

St. Bernadette School is a private Catholic PK-8 school located in Northborough, Massachusetts, providing faith-based education from preschool through eighth grade to over 350 students. The school delivers a comprehensive academic curriculum integrated with Catholic values, complemented by enrichment programs including athletics, music, art, and an Extended Day Program for working families.

Product overview

St. Bernadette School is a private, Catholic preschool through Grade 8 institution accredited by NEASC and designated as a 2014 National Blue Ribbon School. The school offers a comprehensive educational program with dedicated Early Childhood Center (PK3-PreK) and main school building (K-8). Core academic programs include STEM-focused curriculum with the 'Reach for the Sky' STEM Integration Program, Religion/Theology, Spanish World Language (with Latin in upper grades), Science (Discovery Education Techbook), Mathematics (Sadlier/Glencoe programs), Language Arts, Social Studies, and Creative Arts. The school provides extensive extracurricular offerings including LEGO Robotics Club, School Band, Athletics (Basketball, Cross Country, Track), National Junior Honor Society, Mathletes, Spring Musical, and Little Angels Outreach. Support services include Extended Day Program, Homework Club, International Student Program (SEVP certified), and tuition management via F.A.C.T.S. The International Program serves students on F-1 visas with tuition of $14,500-$16,000 annually depending on grade level.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• PK-8 Academic Program Full academic program from preschool through eighth grade integrating Catholic faith with core academics, serving over 350 students annually.
• Extended Day Program Before and after school care program for students whose families require additional coverage beyond regular school hours.
• International Program Program supporting international students and families enrolling at the school.
• Preschool Program Early childhood education program for the youngest learners, which opened in Fall 1996 and preceded the founding of the school.
• Athletic Program School athletics offering for students, directed by the Athletic Director.

Quantifiable outcome

• Standardized test scores in top 15% nationally for 5 consecutive years required for Blue Ribbon qualification
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration20 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Paul Effman MusicminorOthersPaul Effman Music provides school band and string program for students in grades 3-8. Instructors come afterschool every Friday. Students are broken into levels based on experience and instrument. Instrument rentals provided by Paul Effman Music.
• SMS Food ServiceminorOthersSMS Food Service provides daily lunch program with 6 options including main lunch, PBJ, turkey & cheese, salad, bagel, and soup. Serves fresh seasonal fruit and vegetables, whole wheat breads, and more nutritious options.
• Discovery EducationcoreTechnology or IntegrationDiscovery Education provides Science Techbook program for middle school science curriculum with multi-media learning and assessments. Also provides Social Studies Techbook for history curriculum with project-based and flipped learning approach.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves12 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Holy Family School (Worcester, MA): Catholic PK-8 school within the Diocese of Worcester, serving Worcester and nearby communities. Operates under identical Diocesan governance, tuition framework, and accreditation pathway, making it a close functional peer competing in the same regional market.
• St. Sebastian's School (Needham, MA): Catholic independent PK-9 boys' school with rigorous STEM curriculum, athletics, and comparable tuition scale. Closely aligned faith-based academic positioning and competes in the same greater Boston private Catholic school market for families willing to pay premium tuition.
• Trinity Catholic Academy (Worcester, MA): Catholic elementary school in the Diocese of Worcester offering PK-8 education. Directly comparable in mission, fee structure, and competitive positioning within the same central Massachusetts private Catholic school landscape.
• St. Mary School (Shrewsbury, MA): Parochial PK-8 Catholic school in the Diocese of Worcester serving Shrewsbury and surrounding towns. Direct geographic and governance peer - same Diocese oversight, similar tuition model, and overlapping central MA catchment area competing for the same family demographic.
• St. Joseph School (Webster, MA): Diocesan Catholic PK-8 school in southern Worcester County. Comparable faith-based K-8 operating model under same Diocese, similar tuition-dependence economics, and overlapping recruiting geography.

Emerging players

• The Rashi School (Newton, MA): Independent Jewish day school serving K-8 with STEM emphasis and dual-language curriculum. Comparable faith-based PK-8 positioning, similar tuition economics, and overlap in the educated suburban Massachusetts parent segment considering private faith-based education.
• Solomon Schechter Day School (Newton, MA): Jewish day school serving K-8 in greater Boston with comparable faith-based PK-8 model, similarly strong academic profile, comparable tuition scale, and equivalent reliance on fundraising to bridge tuition-to-cost gaps. Tests the same family demographic with parallel value proposition.

Broad incumbents

• The Meadowbrook School (Weston, MA): Independent PK-8 school emphasizing progressive education, STEM, and character development. Comparable pedagogical philosophy and family demographic, but operates as nonsectarian independent with larger endowment and broader reach within the affluent Massachusetts private school market.
• Buckingham Browne & Nichols (Cambridge, MA): Established independent PK-9 school in greater Boston with substantially larger enrollment and endowment. Competes for the same high-achieving Massachusetts family demographic seeking premium private elementary education, though at materially higher tuition and broader secular positioning.
• Dedham Country Day School (Dedham, MA): Independent PK-8 school with similar progressive STEM-forward curriculum and small-class-size ethos. Competes in the broader greater-Boston private school market for the same upper-middle-class Massachusetts family demographic considering alternatives to parochial education.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/stbernadetteschoolnorthboro
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/st.-bernadette-school

Compliance4 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

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