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Ss. Colman-John Neumann School

372 Highland LaneBryn Mawr, PA 19010
Phone: 610.525.3266Website: Visit Website Google Map

MISSION

At Saints Colman John Neumann School, we are committed to educating the whole child academically, spiritually, and emotionally; while recognizing the diverse and unique God-given gifts and abilities of each student. Partnering with families, we empower the students to be confident and compassionate leaders. Saints Colman John Neumann School ensures that all students will go out to love and serve the world as Jesus did.

HISTORY

The history of Ss. Colman-John Neumann School began in 1915 when St. Colman School, staffed by Sisters of St. Joseph, opened in Ardmore. Blessed John Neumann School opened on September 6, 1967, staffed by Sisters of St. Francis and lay faculty, with an enrollment of 153 students. In 1976, St. Colman School in Ardmore merged with Blessed John Neumann School. The school became known as St. Colman-Blessed John Neumann School, and was staffed by Sisters of St. Joseph, Sisters of St. Francis, and lay faculty. In June 1977, the school name was changed to Ss. Colman-John Neumann. In 1982, a major expansion and building project was completed. The new building was used as a cafeteria, an auditorium, and an athletic facility. In 1988, two classrooms, a science lab, and a technology lab were added. Also in 1988, the first lay principal was hired. In June 2013, a Life Center was dedicated, which included an athletic facility, a multipurpose room, and three classrooms. In September 2013, a preschool, enrolling 54 students, was added. For the 2013-2014 school year, Ss. Colman-John Neumann School has an enrollment of 262 students.