Visitation Academy | All Girls Catholic Private in St. Louis MO

St. Francis de Sales

Be who you are
and be that well.

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Team captain. Future physician. Startup founder. Performer. Advocate. Researcher. Scholar. Artist. Engineer. Scientist. Writer. Innovator. Musician. Athlete. Leader. Creator. Quiet observer. Bold voice. Problem solver. Changemaker. Critical thinker. Global citizen.

There’s no single way to be a Viz girl. And that’s exactly the point.

Become Who You’re Meant to Be

Though every stage of the Viz experience is unique, all students are connected by a shared mission: to grow in confidence, intellect, purpose, and character as they discover who they are and who they’re meant to become. Rooted in a tradition of academic excellence and the Visitation charism, Viz challenges students to think deeply, live faithfully, and use their gifts with wisdom, compassion, and confidence.

From our coeducational Montessori early childhood program through our all-girls experience in Grades 1–12, students cultivate their voices, discover new passions, form lifelong friendships, and build the intellectual foundation to lead with purpose—academically, spiritually, artistically, athletically, and personally.

At Viz, there’s no single way to be a Viz girl. Each student is encouraged to grow into the fullest version of herself with curiosity, courage, compassion, and integrity. That’s what it means to “Be Who You Are and Be That Well.”

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at a Glance

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State Championships

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602

Students Enrolled for 2025-26
5,410

Proud Graduates

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Average Class Size

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Only All-Girl Program in the Area for Grades 1-5

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1833

The year Bishop Joseph Rosati invited the Sisters of the Visitation to open a school for young women in the St. Louis Diocese

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$1.7M

Tuition Assistance Awarded Annually

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clubs and organizations across the three divisional schools

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$300K+

Average awards per graduate, $26M+ four-year value of scholarships and grants earned by 99% of the Class of 2025

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Founders, St. Francis de Sales and St. Jane de Chantal

Experience

Where Girls Find Their Voice

At Viz, girls are encouraged to speak up, take risks, lead boldly, and support one another along the way. In an environment designed specifically for them, students find their voices, discover their strengths, and grow into confident young women prepared to lead with purpose.

For nearly 200 years, Viz has empowered girls to become fully and unapologetically themselves—and the impact of an all-girls education lasts far beyond graduation. Learn more.
A Place to Belong

Whether students begin their Viz journey in Montessori, Grade 6, or high school, they quickly become part of a community where they are known, supported, and encouraged to thrive. Small class sizes and meaningful relationships with teachers create personalized learning experiences that nurture confidence, curiosity, and growth.

Grounded in kindness, humility, and care for others, Viz is a community where lifelong friendships are formed, and every student feels a true sense of belonging.
Endless Opportunities to Explore

At Viz, students don’t have to choose just one path. They can compete on the field and lead in the lab, perform on stage and excel in the classroom. Students are encouraged to explore new interests, pursue longtime passions, and discover talents they never knew they had.

With opportunities to grow academically, athletically, artistically, spiritually, socially, and through service and leadership, every student is empowered to try boldly, explore deeply, and make the Viz experience her own.
Support That Goes Beyond the Classroom

At Viz, students are never expected to navigate their journey alone. Teachers, counselors, and mentors at Viz take the time to truly know each student, offering personalized support that builds confidence, independence, and resilience.

From Lower School through Upper School, dedicated counselors help students navigate academics, friendships, leadership opportunities, and future planning with confidence and purpose. And when it’s time for college, Viz’s hands-on counseling team helps each student find the right fit—not just a destination, but a place where she can continue to thrive, grow, and become who she’s meant to be.
Confidence for What Comes Next

A Viz education prepares students not only for college but for lives of intellectual curiosity, purpose, leadership, and impact. Through academics, leadership opportunities, service, athletics, the arts, and strong relationships, students graduate ready to thrive wherever their path leads.

More than 5,000 alumnae carry the lessons and experiences of Viz into their careers, communities, and lives—continuing to “Be Who They Are and Be That Well.” Learn more about our Amazing Alumnae.

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The best way to experience Viz is to see it for yourself. Visit campus, meet our students and teachers, and discover how a tradition of academic excellence rooted in the Visitation spirit helps girls grow in confidence, intellect, purpose, and possibility.

We invite you to connect with our Admissions team and take the next step in discovering what a Viz education can mean for your student and your family.

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3020 N. Ballas Road, St. Louis, MO 63131 314-625-9100

Visitation Academy is an independent, private Catholic school offering a coeducational Montessori preschool and Kindergarten program, the area's only all-girl elementary program for Grades 1-5, and an all-girl middle school and all-girl high school.

St. Francis de Sales

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Become Who You’re Meant to Be

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Experience

Where Girls Find Their Voice

A Place to Belong

Endless Opportunities to Explore

Support That Goes Beyond the Classroom

Confidence for What Comes Next

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