Advent School
School Notes Overview:
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. ...
School Overview:
Advent School |
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| School Membership(s) | National Association of Independent Schools | |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian | |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten - 6 | |
| County | Suffolk County, MA | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 135 students | |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | |
This School |
(MA) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | 30% | 21% |
| Students by Grade | ||
| Pre-K - 13 students | ||
| Kind - 20 students | ||
| Grade 1 - 17 students | ||
| Grade 2 - 16 students | ||
| Grade 3 - 20 students | ||
| Grade 4 - 15 students | ||
| Grade 5 - 21 students | ||
| Grade 6 - 13 students | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 20 teachers | |
This School |
(MA) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:6 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 170 days | 180 days |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 6 hours | 6 hours |
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: 02/13/2007
In the News:
- Cambridge Art & Frame donates to charity (Cambridge Chronicle & Cambridge Tab)
posted on June 3, 2009 at 07:36:55 pm
Last September, when Andy Montone opened the doors to Cambridge Art & Frame, part of his business plan was to give back to the community by affiliating with good causes, especially if it had to do with art.
School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (02108) | School Zip (02108) |
(MA) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 3,446 people | 6,349,048 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 77% | 43% |
| Population Average Age | 41 years old | 36 years old |
| Average Household size | 1.6 persons | 2.5 persons |
| Median Household Income | $71,199 | $52,143 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 3.3 rooms | 5.4 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 70 years old | 56 years old |
| Median Value of Housing Unit Zipcode (02108) |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 41% / 59% | 58% / 42% |
School Map:
Nearby Schools:
- Park Street School - 265 students - 0.1 mi. away - view location
- The Learning Project Elementary School - 118 students - 0.4 mi. away - view location
- Beacon Hill Nursery School - 100 students - 0.4 mi. away - view location
- John Winthrop School - 32 students - 0.4 mi. away - view location
- The Boston Children's School - 26 students - 0.6 mi. away - view location
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