Strong Minds. Loving Hearts.
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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.
Watch our video to learn what makes IMS schools so effective.
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
IMS Alumni Success Story
From St. Malachy Catholic School to Philadelphia's City Hall, watch this video to learn how our 14 Independence Mission Schools are preparing students for a bright future!...
Why Our Students Love Attending Their IMS School!
Watch the video below to learn why our students love attending on of our 14 Independence Mission Schools!...
Why Do Our Families Send their Children to an IMS School?
Watch the video below to learn why our families send their children to one of our 14 Independence Mission Schools!...
Thank You to the Sponsors of the 2024 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.”