Frequently Asked Questions

 How does my family apply to NDE?

• Complete an application packet
• Application packets may be received during a tour, from the office, or Online
• Completed applications (please see application packet for checklist of documents required to complete)  may be dropped off at the school office or sent via the USPS.
• For more information, please Contact Us

What is the application deadline?

• Our application deadlines have been extended for the 2019-2020 school year. Please submit your application to our school office as soon as possible. 

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What are the steps to successful enrollment?

• Apply.
• Attend a mandatory screening or shadow visit 
• Meet with the Principal.
• If invited to attend, submit your registration fee
• Complete our online registration packet 

What are the age requirements for admissions?

Kindergarten

First Grade

Must be 5 years old by September 1, 2019 
​Take ​Kindergarten readiness assessment.

​Must be 6 years old by September 1, 2019

How do I know if there are any openings in my child’s grade?

• “Intent to re-register” forms are sent to current families in March. We have a much better idea of our numbers by April. Please inquire with our school office at that time.

What are your current tuition and fees?

• The tuition for 2019-2020  school year is:
  • First child $9,515.00 (includes book fee and class fee)
  • Second child $8,995.00 (includes book fee and class fee)
  • Third child $8,710.00 (includes book fee and class fee)
  • Fourth child $7,675.00 (includes book fee and class fee)
• Please note: The non-refundable registration fee of $575 is not included in tuition, book fees or class fees. Registration fee is per family per year. 

Is tuition assistance available?

• Contact the office for information on available tuition assistance.                                                                                                
• All families interested in applying should start the process in November/December of the year prior.
  • ​Archdiocesan Family Grant and Scholarship Information
  • The Basic Fund
  • The Basic Fund Application
  • TADS Tuition Management

How many students are there in each class?

• NDE makes every attempt to maintain class size at:
  • Approximately 25 students for Kindergarten through Grade 2.
  • Approximately 30 students for Grade 3 through Grade 5.
  • Approximately 32 students for Grade 6 through Grade 8.

Do you have after school care?

• Yes, we offer an Extended Care program under the direction of our school before and after school hours.      Brochures are available.
• In addition to the traditional after school care, NDE offers after school clubs. Club availability is based on current student interest. 

Do NDE students participate in sports?

• NDE is a member of the PPSL (Peninsula Parish School League). Depending upon class interest, our fourth through eighth graders participate in basketball (boys and girls), baseball (boys), track (boys and girls), and volleyball (girls).