Academics

Oratory Prep offers an expanded core curriculum to its students, along with a number of electives.

Upper school students solving an equation at the boardThe Oratory curriculum provides students a strong foundation in English and math skills with a focus on developing higher-order critical thinking, problem solving, collaboration, and analysis skills which will enable our graduates to succeed in their college and career plans. 

Daily Schedule 

Oratory Prep runs an 8-day rotating block schedule with four 75-minute class periods, a common work period, and a lunch period. 
 
Our block schedule allows for optimal learning, collaboration, and meeting time for students and teachers, and supports students in strengthening their organizational and time management skills. The Common Work Period (CWP) is a time for students to meet with teachers and counselors during the school day. 

Graduation Requirements

  • 4 years of English
  • 4 years of Mathematics
  • 3 years of Lab Science
  • 3 of Social Studies
  • 4 years of Religion
  • 3 years of World Language
  • 4 years of Physical Education/Health
     
A wide variety of interesting electives spanning disciplines such as business, law, marketing, technology, music, art, and more are available to students to supplement their core requirements. 
 

 

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