Let the children come to me, and do not hinder them; for to such belongs the kingdom of heaven.   —Matthew 19:12
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Religious Eduction for Children

St. Dominic Church collaborates with St. Peter on Capitol Hill for religious education of children.  St. Peter's Sunday School is for children in Pre-K (age 4) through 8th grade who do not attend a Catholic school.  The classes begin in September and end in late May.  Sunday School takes place on Sundays from 10:30–11:45am at St. Peter School (433 Third St, SE).  To register, please contact Elisa Dehan at 202-547-1430, ext. 105 or dre@stpetersdc.org or St. Peter's Rectory, 313 2nd St, SE, Washington, DC 20003.

Catholic Schooling (2 Local Options)

St. Peter School

St. Peter School has served the Capitol Hill parishes and community for over 145 years with academic excellence and a faith-based education for its students in Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 8.  The school was named a National Blue Ribbon School in 2013.  The children are provided with an education that is founded on love of God and service to others.  The school is characterized by Catholic values and high student academic achievement.  St. Dominic Church supports the school financially and with the ministry of the pastor.  Families registered at St. Dominic have an equal opportunity to register children in St. Peter School.  Please visit the school's website at www.stpeterschooldc.org 

Waterfront Academy

Waterfront Academy is a dual immersion (Spanish and English) faith-based Montessori school with emphasis on charity and stewardship in the Catholic tradition.  It offers Primary classroom for children ages 1.5–6 years (full day), Elementary level classroom for grades 1–6, and Middle School classroom for grades 7–8.  It is located at 60 I St, SW, Washington, DC 20024.  For more information, see the following link to the school's website:  



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Youth Group (High School Teens)

High School youth are encouraged to actively live their faith.  One great way to do this is by joining a good youth group.  Our teens are encouraged to become actively involved in DC Catholic Youth (DCCY) at St. Peter's on Capitol Hill.  The youth group meets 2–3 times a month, plus monthly socials and service opportunities.  For more information, see the following link to the DCCY webpage: