St. Thomas the Apostle School

St. Thomas the Apostle School is a preschool in West Springfield, MA, located at 75 Pine Street. Founded in 1932, it provides Catholic education for students from preschool through eighth grade. The school offers challenging academics in a safe, nurturing, and peaceful environment. The curriculum is aligned with the Massachusetts State Frameworks and uses differentiated instruction to meet every student's needs. Students receive superior instruction that challenges them to achieve their full potential. They explore Catholic teachings and social justice themes throughout the curriculum. At each grade level, students explore their faith through community service projects. The school features small class sizes and state-of-the-art technology. A staff dedicated to helping each child succeed supports this mission.

The mission of the St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic School community is to nurture each child in a peaceful, faith-centered learning environment with a foundation in gospel values. Academic excellence, character development, and commitment to service challenge students to reach their potential. Students continue their education at public and private high schools throughout Western Massachusetts. Alumni excel and enroll at top colleges and universities.

For the 2026-2027 school year, children must be 2.9 years old by August 1 and fully potty trained to enter the three-year-old preschool program. Students must be five years of age by September 1 to enter kindergarten. Tuition, Diocesan Financial Aid, and Student Registration Information are available for the 2026-2027 academic year. The school also offers an Extended Care Program. Summer work and supply lists for grades one through eight are available under “Students” on the homepage. After-school club information can be found by clicking the “About” link.

The St. Thomas the Apostle Annual Fund helps bridge the gap between revenues and operational costs. Donations can be mailed to 75 Pine Street, West Springfield, MA 01089. The PTO plans events for the 2026-2027 school year and holds monthly evening meetings. Parents can join by emailing [email protected]. The PTO promotes communication between parents, teachers, and administration. It raises funds for supplementary educational opportunities and promotes cooperation among the school community.

The main entrance is on Westfield Street (Route 20), directly across from the Toomey-O’Brien Funeral Home. Visitors should enter through the office doors to the far right of the parking lot, next to St. Thomas the Apostle Church. Principal Ms. Elizabeth Hawley can be reached at [email protected]. Secretary Mrs. Joan Whitehead is available at [email protected]. The phone number is 413-739-4131. The fax number is 413-731-8768.

The business is located on Pine Street in West Springfield, MA, about a tenth of a mile from Saint Thomas the Apostle School. It sits roughly two tenths of a mile from Westfield Street and Mittineague Elementary School.

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