Villa Maria Academy (1892)

Villa Maria Academy is a private, Catholic, all-girls college preparatory school located in Malvern, Pennsylvania, within the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. Founded in 1872 by the Sisters of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, it initially operated in West Chester, Pennsylvania. In 1892, the academy moved to its current location in Malvern. Villa Maria Academy provides a rigorous academic program, emphasizing the intellectual, spiritual, moral, and social development of its students. The curriculum includes a wide range of courses, including honors and Advanced Placement options. The school also offers extracurricular activities such as athletics, performing arts, and various clubs and organizations. Villa Maria Academy aims to prepare young women for leadership and service in the 21st century.