Notre Dame Catholic School
Grades and ages
Grades PreK-8
Enrollment
170 students
Student-teacher ratio
10:1
Tuition
2026-27 K-8 $7,700 per child if paid in full by Aug 1 (includes registration, books, materials, technology). Full-day PS/PK $5,950. Family service obligation $750.
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About Notre Dame Catholic School
Notre Dame Catholic School opened in 1955 as a ministry of what is now Mary, Mother of Mercy Parish, and we teach children from preschool through 8th grade in Michigan City. Our curriculum follows the Indiana Department of Education Academic Standards, and both the state of Indiana and Cognia accredit the school. Our Breakouts program reaches students of all ability levels.
Preschool begins with Little Doves, a Tuesday and Thursday morning class for children who are 2 and a half. Redbird preschool for 3s and Bluebird pre-K for 4s offer three-day mornings, five-day mornings or a full day. Each preschool room has a licensed teacher plus an assistant at a 1:10 ratio, with art, PE and music classes.
Extra Innings provides before and after school care from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Families can apply for Indiana Choice Scholarships, SGO awards, diocesan assistance and our own Tuition Assistance Fund. The parent-run Home and School Association hosts field day, an annual 5K and restaurant giveback nights, and it runs our optional hot lunch program.
Student fit
Who this school serves
Grades and ages
- Private
- Preschool (Ages 2-5)
- Elementary (K-5)
- Middle School (6-8)
Specialties
- Catholic education
- Breakouts program
Learning and support
Curriculum and therapeutic services
Services and supports
- Preschool (age 2 and a half to 4)
- Pre-K
- Before and after care
- Art, music and PE
- Optional hot lunch
Programs
Programs at Notre Dame Catholic School
Other programs and supports
- Preschool (age 2 and a half to 4)
- Pre-K
- Before and after care
- Art, music and PE
- Optional hot lunch
School facts
Practical details for families
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- School Year
- 180 days
- Student Body
- Coed
- Religious Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
Accreditation and licensing
- Cognia
- Indiana state accreditation
Tuition and funding
Tuition: 2026-27 K-8 $7,700 per child if paid in full by Aug 1 (includes registration, books, materials, technology). Full-day PS/PK $5,950. Family service obligation $750.
- Indiana Choice Scholarship
- SGO scholarships
- Tuition assistance fund
- Diocesan assistance
Enrollment
170 students
Visit us
Location and directions
Map
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Notre Dame Catholic School
What are 2026-27 K-8 tuition and fees?
Combined tuition and fees are $7,700 per child if paid in full by August 1. That amount includes registration, books, classroom materials, and technology. Families also have a $750 Family Service and Financial Obligation.
What preschool options are available?
Little Doves is for children 2 1/2 by August 1 and meets Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 to 11:15 a.m. Redbirds (age 3) and Bluebirds (age 4) offer 3- or 5-day mornings from 8:15 to 11:45 a.m. or 5-day full days from 8:15 a.m. to 3:05 p.m. The preschool ratio is 1:10.
Does Notre Dame accept Indiana Choice Scholarships?
Yes. Choice Scholarships apply to students in kindergarten through grade 8. Other aid includes SGO awards, Diocesan FACTS assistance for Catholic families, and Notre Dame scholarships.
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