The Grammar School

69 Hickory Ridge Road South, Putney, VT, 05346-0534
Tel: (802)387-5364
Grades: PK - 8 | 118 students
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As a small community of parents, students and teachers in conscious partnership, The Grammar School integrates high expectations for achievement, creativity, self-discipline and social responsibility.  We cultivate in each student a lifelong enthusiasm for learning and a desire to contribute constructively to society.  Our program provides students with an excellent academic, artistic, athletic and ethical foundation.

School Overview:
The Grammar School
School Membership(s) National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
New England Association of Schools and Colleges
State or regional independent school association
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades Prekindergarten - 8
Year Founded 1960
Student Body
Total Students 118 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 1% (VT School Avg.: 10%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 14 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 9:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree 52%
Average Class Size 11 students
List of Courses Offered Link to List of Courses
Matriculation Data Link to Matriculation Data
Classroom dress code Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $16,250
Tuition Notes Tuition is based on an escalating scale from Kindergarten ($12,450) through 8th Grade ($16,250).
% on Financial Aid 45%
Average Financial Aid Grant $4,700
Acceptance Rate 90%
Admissions Director Phil Blood
Sports
Total Sports Offered 3 sports
Sports
Cross Country Nordic Skiing
Soccer

School Notes:

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    The Grammar School has been incorporated as a non-profit educational institution since 1960.  It is governed by a board of Trustees, made up of parents and representatives of the extended community, which sets policy and guides the mission of the school.  The Grammar School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, or national origin in the administration of its admission policies, educational programs, hiring practices or other school administered programs.

    The Grammar School is accredited by the State of Vermont and the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.  The Grammar School is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools, the Independent Schools Association of Northern New England, the Vermont Independent School Association, The Vermont School Boards Association, the Vermont Principals Association, and the Educational Records Bureau.

    • Profile last updated: 09/04/2012

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Nearby Schools:

The Grammar School
Gr. PK-8 | 0 mi. away
The Putney School
Gr. 9-12 | 1.3 mi. away
The Kindle Farm School
Gr. 2-12 | 5.3 mi. away
The Greenwood School
Gr. 6-12 | 5.5 mi. away
Kurn Hattin Homes
Gr. 2-9 | 6.1 mi. away
Pioneer Junior Academy
Gr. 1-8 | 7.4 mi. away

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