Villa Walsh Academy offers an independent college-preparatory Catholic school education for young women in Grades 7 through 12.

Steadfast in its commitment to educate young women as envisioned by St. Lucy Filippini who is the founder of The Institute of the Religious Teachers Filippini, Villa Walsh Academy’s community seeks to inspire our young women to expand their intellectual breadth and depth, to enhance their sense of local and global concern, and to empower them to influence their world in a Christian manner. 

Set on a picturesque campus in Morristown, New Jersey, Villa Walsh Academy sits on 120 acres of rolling hills. The magnificent 19th century Gillespie Estate is home to the Religious Teachers Filippini as well as administrative offices. Academic buildings, a newly-finished library/media center, a state-of-the-art athletic center, St. Lucy Chapel, expansive classrooms, an auditorium and fully-equipped science labs round out the top-notch facilities Villa Walsh Academy offers its students. 

The 100-year-old tower is a landmark of beauty and reaches six stories to provide a panoramic view of the surrounding countryside. Originally a source of water for the estate, the Tower stands as a treasured landmark upon the highest point in Morristown.

VWA stone tower

students sitting and laughing together

Villa Walsh Principles

  • To demonstrate integrity and the belief that we are all called, by God, to serve.
  • To create a positive, challenging educational experience that encourages students to develop a passion for lifelong learning. 
  • To inspire young women to grow in confidence and competence.
  • To create a culture of service to support local and global communities.
  • To foster empathy toward others in our interactions as a learning community.

Accreditation

  • Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools
  • New Jersey Department of Education
  • Paterson Catholic Diocese

VWA main building exterior and garden