The New School

38 York St, Kennebunk, ME, 04043
Tel: (207)985-3745
Grades: 9 - 12 | 27 students
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New School was founded on the belief that small, innovative, challenging, community-based schools are a necessity for southern Maine and for young people all over the nation. New School pledges productive involvement in the local and global communities by providing a holistic learning environment which nurtures the growth of mind, body and spirit. Our mission is encouraging and supporting open-mindedness, critical thinking, intellectual curiosity, personal responsibility and a passion for learning.

School Overview:
The New School
School Type Alternative School
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades 9 - 12
Offers Post-Graduate Year Yes
Learning Programs Supported Yes
Student Body
Total Students 27 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 4% (ME School Avg.: 9%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 10 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 3:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
List of Courses Offered Link to List of Courses
Classroom dress code Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Admissions Director Christine Knowles

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Gr. 9-12 | 0 mi. away
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Gr. K-2 | 1.8 mi. away
Veritas Academy
Gr. 9-12 | 2.6 mi. away
School Around Us
Gr. K-8 | 3.3 mi. away
The Master's House
Gr. K-6 | 6.9 mi. away
Saco Island School
Gr. 8-12 | 7.2 mi. away

View all schools in: Kennebunk, York County, Zip 04043

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  • Recommended January 31,2013 - The New School is a school that fosters the individual and allows each student to have a voice in their education. It is a democratic school where high school students learn to be active participants in their education and the community beyond their school. It is a place where teenagers are allowed to be who they are.*-Posted by Parent *

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