Welcome to St. Ambrose Catholic School! Now accepting applications for 2009-2010. Please call the office to arrange a tour. 703-698-7171
Welcome to St. Ambrose Catholic School website! St. Ambrose is a K-8 parish school in the Arlington Diocese serving 210 students. The school is accredited through the Virginia Catholic Education Association, with approval from the State Board of Education, Commonwealth of Virginia. St Ambrose School offers a strong foundation in the Catholic faith, a challenging academic curriculum, and a nurturing environment.
St. Ambrose is located just a short distance west of the Capital Beltway in Annandale.
The St. Ambrose PTO presents: Marybeth Hicks, columnist for The Washington Times and author of Bringing up GEEKS See the article in the Arlington Catholic Herald about Marybeth Hicks' presentation on April 2.
Mission Statement & Philosophy
Saint Ambrose Catholic School is committed to academic excellence and is rooted in the traditions and ideals of the Catholic faith. The mission of Saint Ambrose Catholic School is to provide an educational environment in which each student will be motivated to reach his/her full academic and spiritual potential in an atmosphere that strongly encourages following the example and teachings of Jesus Christ. Our Catholic faith is an essential part of life at Saint Ambrose Catholic School. The call to worship, witness, and serve is manifested throughout the school day. The school community gathers for prayer and liturgical celebrations. The many service projects, including food and clothing drives, and fundraisers to aid the victims of natural disasters, instill in the students a sense of mission and concern for others. The staff, parents, and students work together to promote an atmosphere of respect and responsibility.
Contribute to St. Ambrose Catholic School through the Combined Federal Campaign (St. Ambrose Catholic School #86742) and the United Way (St. Ambrose Catholic School #8386)
