The academic tradition of PAREF Southcrest is one of rigor and excellence where students are challenged to think deeply, to communicate well, and to serve others.

The PAREF Southcrest curriculum is designed to educate the whole person and to prepare students to be women of character, leadership and service. It fosters the development of disciplined and logical thinking, creative problem solving and precise communication. It values the traditional elements of a classical education and the innovative approaches meant to help students address the challenges of the 21st century.