Frequently Asked Questions
1. What grade levels does SNSM have?
St. Nicholas-St. Mary School teaches children from Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade. Our Pre-Kindergarten accepts 3-year-olds and 4-year-olds. A child must be 3, 4, or 5 by September 30 in order to enroll in our Pre-K or Kindergarten programs.
2. Is there busing to SNSM?
The local school district of a child’s residence provides busing for students in Kindergarten through 8th grade. School districts that bus to us are Wilkes-Barre Area, Hanover Area, Greater Nanticoke Area, Dallas Area, Wyoming Valley West, Pittston Area, Wyoming Area, Northwest, Lake-Lehman, and Crestwood. If you do not live in one of these school districts, you will be responsible for transporting your child to and from school.
3. Does SNSM have after-care?
Yes, we have our own after-care program staffed by our teachers. It is open to any student and is available from after dismissal until 6:00. The cost is $5 an hour for one child and $8 for two children.
4. What specials do SNSM students have?
K-5 students receive weekly instruction in Art, Music, Physical Education, Technology, and Library. Students in grades 6 through 8 receive instruction in Art, Music, Physical Education, and Introduction to Spanish.
5. Do you have to be Catholic to attend SNSM?
While all children will receive daily religious instruction and learn the Catholic faith, students of any faith background are welcome at our school.
6. What is the tuition?
For the 2024-2025 school year, the tuition is as follows: For a child who belongs to a Catholic parish in K through 8, the tuition is $6,125. For a non-Catholic student in K through 8, the tuition is $6,725. There are multiple child discounts available.
7. Is tuition assistance available?
Tuition assistance is available through the Diocese of Scranton Scholarship Foundation. Contact the school for more information about this and other tuition reduction opportunities.