Lesley Ellis School

41 Foster St, Arlington, MA, 02474-0247
Tel: (781)641-1346
Grades: NS - 6 | 180 students
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Lesley Ellis School is an independent early childhood and elementary school (Preschool - Grade 6) offering an outstanding, innovative academic program which emphasizes critical thinking. We value what makes our children unique, and we encourage them to apply their own talents and passions to their learning. Our community is centered on the values of mutual respect and global citizenship. 

School Overview:
Lesley Ellis School
School Membership(s) Association of Independent Schools in New England (AISNE)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades Nursery/Preschool - 6
Year Founded 1886
Student Body
Total Students 180 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 30% (MA School Avg.: 23%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 33 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 6:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree 80%
Average Class Size 16 students
Classroom dress code Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline Jan. 15 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $21,775
Tuition Notes Early Childhood Tuition: $9,858-$15,935 depending on individual schedule.
% on Financial Aid 17%
Admissions Director Tricia Moran
Admissions Associate Barb Wilder-Smith

School Notes:

    • Accreditations: Lesley Ellis is accredited by the Association of Independent Schools in New England and the National Association of Independent Schools.
    • Philosophy: Independent elementary school. Individualized, developmental teaching practice with strong academics and an award-winning anti-bias curriculum
    • Teachers: 33 teachers; 26 have advanced degrees; 90 percent have 5 or more years of experience. Several teachers are affiliated with graduate schools of education.
    • Specialists: Music, reading, Spanish, library, physical education, art
    • Features: Experiential learning incorporating regular field trips. Multi-age classrooms in elementary program. Spanish beginning in Preschool. Music, art, library, and physical education. Early drop-off available at 8:00 a.m. Afterschool program until 5:30 p.m. Vacation program. Summer program.
    • Hometowns: Arlington, Belmont, Boston, Cambridge, Lexington, Malden, Medford, Melrose, Somerville, Watertown, Winchester, and surrounding areas.
    • Resources: Large, sunlit classrooms in the former Gibbs School building in Arlington. Over 7,000 sq. feet of flexible space for art, music, Spanish, and special events and performances. Two outside play areas. Computer lab; extensive children's library collection. Regular use of gymnasium and performing arts theater; regular use of community and greater Boston resources.
    • Application deadline is January 15. Rolling admission is available after that date. When there are more eligible applicants than there are available spaces at any particular grade level, Lesley Ellis uses a lottery system to achieve a full measure of fairness and inclusiveness.

    Profile last updated: 10/01/2012

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Nearby Schools:

Lesley Ellis School
Gr. Nursery/Preschool-6 | 0 mi. away
Dearborn Academy
Gr. 1-12 | 0.3 mi. away
St Agnes School
Gr. PK-8 | 0.4 mi. away
Arlington Catholic High School
Gr. 9-12 | 0.4 mi. away
Arlington Children's Center Inc
Gr. Nursery/Preschool-K | 0.7 mi. away
International School of Boston
Gr. PK-12 | 0.9 mi. away

View all schools in: Arlington, Middlesex County, Zip 02474

School Reviews:

  • Recommended May 18,2013 - We have had a wonderful experience at Lesley Ellis. The teachers and administrators are so talented and caring. It is a great group of parents accomplished in the arts and non profit institutions. Small classes, lots of enrichment offerings. Highly recommended.*-Posted by Parent *
  • Recommended December 11,2012 - Our family has been so happy at Lesley Ellis. The faculty are dedicated, talented and really know the children as individuals. The innovative curriculum is challenging yet fun and the students are being well prepared to be life-long learners and responsible, caring members of society.*-Posted by Parent *

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