Children's Community School is a progressive elementary school in Van Nuys dedicated to teaching children to be responsible citizens in a democratic society.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 105 students
- Yearly Tuition: $31,000
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 31 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
mild learning differences
Year Founded
1981
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
105 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
31%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 31 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$31,000
Tuition Notes
fees not included
% on Financial Aid
40%
Admissions Director
Heather McPherson
Endowment Size
$5.2 million
School Notes
- School Motto: Education for Democracy
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Childrens Community School cost?
Childrens Community School's tuition is approximately $31,000 for private students.
Does Childrens Community School offer a summer program?
Yes, Childrens Community School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
When is the application deadline for Childrens Community School?
The application deadline for Childrens Community School is Jan. 31 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 31 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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School Reviews
5 7/21/2018
This is an amazing school. I am a recent graduate and I cannot tell you how much this school has changed my life. I attended CCS for more than half my lifetime. Thats crazy. And the crazier thing is that it was the best half of my life. The teachers, the administrators, the staff members, the campus, the students, the trips, everything. From the games we played to the things we were taught... this was the best thing to happen to me. My teachers, my friends, the trips we went on; these are all things that made me a more intelligent, kind, helpful, mature, and well rounded person with more knowledge of the real world. I think that everyone should have the opportunity to attend a school like this, because the experience is a true wonder. I think everyone should send their kids here, and let me tell you, you will not be let down.
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