The Advent School

15 Brimmer Street, Boston, MA, 02108-0210
Tel: (617)742-0520
Grades: PK - 6 | 217 students
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The Advent School is a co-educational independent school for students age four through Sixth Grade with outstanding academics, small class sizes and an emphasis on diversity and social justice.
 In addition to the thematic curriculum at each grade level, Advent students have Specials classes in Art, Library, Music, Physical Education, Science, Spanish and Yoga embedded into their weekly routine. The Advent School offers a robust afterschool ADVENTures Program for students including classes in visual arts, dance, world languages, music, physical fitness, and science.

School Overview:
The Advent School
School Membership(s) National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Association of Independent Schools in New England (AISNE)
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades Prekindergarten - 6
Learning Programs Supported Literacy Specialist certified in Orton-Gillingham
Year Founded 1961
Student Body
Total Students 217 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 31% (MA School Avg.: 23%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 38 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 6:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree 82%
Average Class Size 13 students
List of Courses Offered Link to List of Courses
Classroom dress code Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline Jan. 16
Yearly Tuition Cost $21,700
Tuition Notes Early Childhood - First Grade: $21,200 Second- Fourth Grades: $21,400 Fifth- Sixth Grades: $21,700 Need-based financial aid grants are available; contact Admission Office for additional information and materials.
% on Financial Aid 28%
Admissions Director Bailey Payne

School Notes:

  • Founded in 1961 on the principles of social justice, the School takes pride in the exceptional education we offer children. Interweaving skill instruction and in-depth thematic study, we believe that teaching children within a meaningful historic, cultural, and environmental context builds confident students able make robust connections in their learning. The Advent School educates children from Early Childhood through Sixth Grade in a nurturing environment. We promote in-depth understanding and mastery of academic skills, challenging students to think critically and take multiple perspectives. The heart of The Advent School is its diverse, inclusive community. Our goal is to cultivate compassionate, responsible individuals who have the confidence to take action consistent with their beliefs, and to understand their part in a larger world.

    • Profile last updated: 11/02/2012

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Nearby Schools:

The Advent School
Gr. PK-6 | 0 mi. away
Park Street School
Gr. K-7 | 0.1 mi. away
John Winthrop School
Gr. Nursery/Preschool-PK | 0.4 mi. away
Beacon Hill Nursery School
Gr. K | 0.4 mi. away
Learning Project Elementary School
Gr. K-6 | 0.4 mi. away
Transportation Children's Center
Gr. Nursery/Preschool-PK | 0.5 mi. away

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