Program and Curriculum

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 Nativity Academy supports the entire life of our bright, motivated  students from morning classes to afternoon study and enrichment, during  the summer months, and all the way through high school and college  preparation. Our academic program is based on the curriculum of the  Archdiocese of Louisville that prepares students for admission to  Catholic secondary schools, should their families choose that option.

Nativity Academy has accreditation in the state of Kentucky as a  non-public school. All facets of the academic program are taught in  Gender Specific classes. In addition to the core academic subjects  listed in our Curriculum below, our experimental learning component  includes field trips, workshops, and guest speakers.

Everyday, our students receive breakfast, lunch and a snack, at no  extra charge, to keep them fueled during their busy days at Nativity  Academy.

• USDA Nondiscrimination Statement
• National School Lunch Program
• Media Release - School  and Community Nutrition Revised

This mandatory program provides beneficial continuity to the  student’s academic studies, with additional opportunities for  educational field trips throughout our community (University of  Louisville’s Science Technology Engineering and Math Labs, Louisville  Water Company, Bernheim Forest, American Printing House for the Blind,  Ali/Louisville Slugger Museums).

Summer Program also broadens the minds of our students and educates  them on the attributes and needs within the inner city. Social  orientation classes are also offered, such as Conflict Resolution and  Respectful Attitudes.

Nativity Calendar 2025-26

2024-25 - Curriculum

 Nativity  Academy has partnered with the Cabbage Patch Settlement House to offer  families for our Extended Enrichment Program. The Cabbage Patch’s mission  is to provide life-changing academic, recreational, and mentoring  opportunities through Christ-centered values. Our students engage in  programming involving academics,  physical activity and sports, dance, cheer, art, gardening, cooking and  more when at “The Patch.” Nativity  faculty and staff continue to offer enrichment camps and clubs after  school as well including the following program areas: sports, chess,  YMCA programming. 

The decision to close schools due to weather conditions will be announced via radio and TV for the Catholic schools of Jefferson County. One of the following announcements will be made:

1. All Catholic elementary and high schools in Jefferson County are

         OPEN.

2. Catholic elementary and high schools in Jefferson County will be   

        OPEN BUT ON A DELAYED SCHEDULE.

3. All Catholic elementary and high schools in Jefferson County are
       CLOSED.

Delayed  Schedule
Nativity Academy will open the building at 9:00 am. Classes will begin at 9:45 am with dismissal at 2:30 pm. (There will be no transportation to the Cabbage Patch or clubs and sports.)

Early Dismissal

In the case of an early dismissal, parents will be notified by email and Facebook. The same procedures will be used in the case of other, non-weather related emergencies.