Mandala School in East Aurora, NY serves co–ed students from kindergarten through 8th grade with a total enrollment of 20 students.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 5:1 with an average class size of 5 and employs 4 teachers, 75% of whom hold advanced degrees.
Founded in 2008, this suburban K–8 private school offers a rolling admissions process and has a 100% acceptance rate.
Annual tuition is $7,920, with 15% of students receiving an average financial aid grant of $1,900; a summer school program is also available.
Mandala School has a casual dress code and provides a postgraduate year option within its academic offerings.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,920
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 5 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
most
Year Founded
2008
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
20 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
75%
Average Class Size
5 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
variety of payment schedules
% on Financial Aid
15%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,900
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Dr. John Newton
Application URL
School Notes
- Democracy-based, hands-on, no-graded school following a traditional one-room-schoolhouse model of teaching children wherever they are academically. Our two rules: 1) Be kinder than you want to be 2) Don't interfere with learning. Our main emphasis is on helping people get along with each other while collaborating through problem solving and communication.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Mandala School cost?
Mandala School's tuition is approximately $7,920 for private students.
What schools are Mandala School often compared to?
Mandala School is often viewed alongside schools like Aurora Waldorf School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Mandala School?
The acceptance rate of Mandala School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 74%.
When is the application deadline for Mandala School?
The application deadline for Mandala School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school to Mandala School is The Gow School (4.3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Immaculate Conception School (0.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is East Aurora Montessori School (0.9 miles away)
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Location
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Quick Facts
6350 Main St
Buffalo, NY 14221
(716) 783-3100
Buffalo, NY 14221
(716) 783-3100
14.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 131 students
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