About Us

Welcome to Archbishop Borders School!

We are proud to be the only school in the Archdiocese of Baltimore that offers a dual-language program in English and Spanish, creating bilingual learners. Our curriculum, which features an emphasis on multicultural appreciation and the Catholic Faith, prepares our students for their futures in college and beyond. Thank you for your interest in and support of our unique program. Please explore our site to learn more about Archbishop Borders. Whether you are a current or prospective family, we welcome you into our community.

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Vision & Mission: At Archbishop Borders School our vision is to be recognized as the pre-eminent dual-language PreK-8th grade private school within the Mid-Atlantic Region. Learn more by reading our vision & mission statement.

History & Tradition: Since 1873, students have been educated on the Sacred Heart of Jesus Campus in Highlandtown.  Opening in 2002, Archbishop Borders School is located at the corner of the Highlandtown and Canton neighborhoods in Baltimore City.  Established as a community school, our school focuses on academics, services, support, and opportunities that lead to improved student learning, stronger families, and healthier communities. Learn more by visiting our history and tradition page.  

Archbishop William Borders: Our school is named after Archbishop William Donald Borders, the 13th Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Baltimore. Learn more about his work and accomplishments by reading his detailed history here.

Why Catholic Education: Now, more than ever, the world needs what Catholic schools have to offer. Catholic education helps establish high standards, moral foundations, and provides the positive, compassionate energy our society needs now. Learn more by reading why catholic education matters.

Faculty & Staff: Our faculty and staff are a diverse mix of professionals from around the world, coming together to create the bilingual learning environment that is ABS.  To learn more about the diverse faculty & staff at Archbishop Borders please visit our faculty & staff page.

School Board: The School Board at Archbishop Borders is made up of a diverse group that aims to help chart our path forward. To learn more please visit our school board page. 

Community Partners: At Archbishop Borders we depend on many organizations and people to help contribute their time, energy, and services to our students and families. Learn more about these valued partnerships by visiting our community partners page.

Ready to Explore Archbishop Borders School?
Located in Highlandtown, Archbishop Borders is a private Catholic school that provides students in grades PreK through 8th grade with a dual-language learning program. To learn more about our school and the Admissions process for the upcoming school year we encourage you to contact our Admissions Office.

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