Welcome to Padua!

Padua's school motto, "Suaviter sed Fortiter," translates as "Softly, but Strongly" and describes the qualities of an educated woman: nurturing and responsive to the uniqueness of others, yet purposeful and determined, accepting a responsible role in the global community.  At the heart of Padua's education are our four pillars:  spirituality, scholarship, service and sisterhood.  We hope you find your place on Broom Street!

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More News from Broom St.

  • Celebrating Women's History Month

    Throughout March, we’re honoring remarkable women in history, as chosen by our faculty and staff.

  • Junior Ring Mass

    Last Thursday, the Class of 2026 celebrated a cherished tradition at the Junior Ring Mass at St. Anthony of Padua Church, symbolizing their role as leaders in our community.

  • Culture Day

    Culture Day 2025 was a beautiful celebration of traditions, flavors, and performances from around the world!

  • Celebrating Culture & Connection

    Padua students had the incredible opportunity to present at St. Mary Magdalen’s Respectability Day, sharing their knowledge of different cultures with SMM’s 6th-8th grade students!

  • Honoring Excellence

    Padua is proud to announce the Class of 2025's Valedictorian & Salutatorian!

  • IDEA Award Recipients at Diocesan PD Day

    Padua Academy Hosts Educating the Whole Child Professional Development Day, Celebrating Educators and IDEA Award Finalists.

  • Engineering Week 2025

    Celebrating Engineering Week at Padua! What an incredible week of hands-on exploration and innovation from marshmallow towers to marble runs, 3D printing workshop to an exciting scavenger hunt, and more!

  • Padua's 2025 Musical: Sister Act

    Padua Musical Theatre took us to church with Sister Act the Musical delivering an unforgettable series of performances, filling the theater with energy, laughter, and soul-stirring music!

  • My Jersey, Your Impact

    Our winter senior athletes are celebrating the teachers and staff who have shaped their journeys at Padua in a truly meaningful way.

  • A Lasting Legacy

    Today, we proudly dedicated Room 302 in honor of Martha C. Holladay, celebrating her 50 years of service to Padua Academy.

  • Catholic Schools Week 2025

    Catholic Schools Week was a celebration of faith and community, and our Pandas truly shined!

  • Building Community Connections

    Padua is excited to begin a partnership with our neighboring students at Lewis Dual Language Elementary School as part of a new student mentoring program! 

  • Padua Earns AP Computer Science Female Diversity Award

    This honor recognizes schools that expand women’s participation in AP CSP and improve female representation in computer science. 

  • Christmas Time at Padua

    Padua has been in the Christmas Spirit! See all the ways we are celebrating!

  • New Pandas on the Horizon!

    Acceptance letters for the Class of 2029 are officially on their way!
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Admissions Dates

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  • Open House - October 19, 2025

  • 8th Grade Panda For a Day Visits - Beginning October 1, 2025

  • Applications Open - September 1, 2025

  • HSPT Prep Course - September 20, 2025

  • Applications Due - November 15, 2025

  • High School Placement Test - November 15 OR November 16, 2025

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905 North Broom Street
Wilmington, DE 19806
(302) 421-3739

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