Dragonfly School is a small, non-profit, independent elementary and preschool in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
We provide a hands-on, science and nature based curriculum that promotes critical thinking skills, provides a strong academic foundation and creates confident, environmentally conscious and socially responsible children prepared for a life-time of learning.
We offer child-centered, developmentally appropriate education in a loving supportive school community.
Our goal is to create a community of learners who are intelligent, capable, and kind.
We will model and teach respectful communication and problem solving using the language of non-violent communication.
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool
Year Founded
2007
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
48 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 50%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for chDragonfly School?
The application deadline for chDragonfly School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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