Mariamante Academy’s education is a "liberal" one because of its broad areas of study, including Religion (knowledge of God and His revelation), Science and Mathematics (what God has made and holds in His material creation), Philosophy (knowledge of man in his love for truth), History and Culture (knowledge of man’s achievements) and Languages. It is also "Catholic" because our faith, mediated by the Magisterium of the Church, gives light, direction and meaning to all that we do. At Mariamante the student is assured of an education based upon Catholic principles.

The fundamental goal established for the Academy’s work in education is to help parents lead their children to the knowledge and love of God. Accordingly, our first concern at Mariamante is the development of a truly Christian character in the student. Therefore, instruction in religious truth and values is an essential part of the school’s program ( both our Catholic and non-Catholic students are required to take religion class and participate in the Academy’s liturgical life). Religion is not just one more subject alongside the rest, but instead, is the foundation upon which the student’s experiences of learning and living achieve their coherence and deeper meaning.

According to our General Statement of Educational Philosophy, the Academy’s curriculum provides for the progressive mastery of materials which constantly challenge the developing capacities of the student. This curriculum stresses formational more than informational subjects and is integrated by a common, Catholic Christian philosophy which permeates the entire curriculum. Thus, during each year at Mariamante, lessons originally taught in the religion class can easily reappear in an English, History or even a Science class.

Through its program of religious instruction and formation, Mariamante can strengthen the students’ faith and prepare them for life in the world, with the end of transforming it by their example in both word and deed. Thus, while considering their levels of maturity, socialization and intellectual development when tailoring its overall program of formation, the Academy expects certain types of behavior and dress on the part of its students, while prohibiting those contrary to the ideals and spirit of the school.

In harmony with the principles of the Ignatian Model of Education, students will develop:

- Precision of Thought
- Economy of Expression
- Rhetorical Articulation
- The Jesuit spirit for service to others

In harmony with the principles of a Classical educational focus, students will develop:

- A Catholic understanding of the Liberal Arts
- Leadership in Truth, Goodness and Beauty
- A high school education which corresponds to his/her highest Christian dignity.