Friars Academy Competitors

Pinecrest Academy is a private, Pre-K through 12, college preparatory Catholic school, located in North Atlanta, GA. We provide an atmosphere of academic rigor and critical thinking, while offering Christ-centered personalized attention to students. Pinecrest implements the philosophy of Integral Formation®, developing the human, intellectual, spiritual, and apostolic dimensions of the whole child. Pinecrest is a 2014 National Blue Ribbon School, the only PreK-12 school in the State of Georgia to receive the 2014 award. We are a Cardinal Newman Society Catholic School of Excellence. We maintain a one hundred percent high school graduation rate. Our Lower School consists of class sizes of 20 or less, allowing for more teacher-child interaction. Middle and High School students dedicate at least 10 hours per year to service projects, as part of our mission to form Christian leaders who will transform society. Pinecrest is located in Cumming, GA, serving Forsyth County, Johns Creek, Alpharetta, Suwanee, Duluth, Milton and other North Atlanta areas. To learn more, visit www.pinecrestacademy.org or call (770) 888-4477.

New Hope Academy is an independent K-12 private school and preschool ages 3-5, in Prince George's County, Maryland, USA. New Hope is a non-sectarian, non-denominational school, which emphasizes a strong academic program and character development based on family values universal to people of all faiths. Over 20 faiths and countries are represented. Highlighting global literacy and awareness, New Hope is an International (I-20) School, SEVIS approved, and authorized under federal law to enroll nonimmigrant students.

Students combine their academic subjects with their Catholic faith and traditions. QPCA sets high standards for student achievement. QPCA enhances the Diocesan curriculum by including Spanish, Chinese, Band, Choir, Art, Technology, PE, Media Research, and S.T.R.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Religion, Engineering, Art, Math). QPCA effectively offers technology in all areas of the school with our iPad, MacBook, and Robotics Programs. Queen of Peace Catholic Academy has dedicated and caring staff who work hard to provide a conducive and welcoming environment for all students of all faiths. QPCA is well known in the community for preparing our students for the rigorous academic and social challenges of any and all high school programs.