The Chestnut Hill School vs. Brimmer and May School
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School History
Overview
The Chestnut Hill School, a all gender day school located in a residential section of Newton, encompasses a preschool program for ages 3-4, an all-day Kindergarten, and Grades 1 to 6.
Two hundred thirty children are enrolled, with two sections at each grade level.
Because of the comparatively small size and the favorable student-teacher ratio, The Chestnut Hill School is able to offer a rigorous academic program that embraces diversity and promotes community.
Special subjects include art, technology, music, physical education, science, and Spanish.
MISSION STATEMENT: Brimmer and May is a PK - 12 all gender day school that upholds high academic standards while implementing innovative ideas in a supportive and student-centered community. We develop lifelong learners who are informed, engaged, and ethical citizens and leaders in our diverse world.
GUIDING PRINCIPLES: Inspired to Learn - We inspire students to be active learners, confident problem-solvers, and critical thinkers who work both independently and collaboratively. Encouraged to Explore - We encourage students to engage their curiosity, expand their creativity, explore their interests, develop their voices, and strive for their personal best. Empowered to Lead - We empower students to embrace opportunities, develop their intellect with character, and lead in the global community.
Grades Offered
NS-6
PK-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
No
No
Learning Difference Programs
No
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
n/a
Diverse
Year Founded
1860
1880
Students Body
Total Students
237 students
404 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
51%
20%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Nursery Students
21
-
Pre-K Students
22
11
Kindergarten Students
24
14
Grade 1 Students
32
21
Grade 2 Students
32
19
Grade 3 Students
32
20
Grade 4 Students
33
29
Grade 5 Students
20
27
Grade 6 Students
21
31
Grade 7 Students
-
31
Grade 8 Students
-
40
Grade 9 Students
-
36
Grade 10 Students
-
45
Grade 11 Students
-
45
Grade 12 Students
-
35
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
70 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
67%
80%
Average Class Size
15
12
Number of AP Classes
n/a
17
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:5
1:6
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
Jan. 16
Jan. 17 / rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies from $28,700 to $45,600 by grade. Financial aid is available.
Tuition varies by grade/division. Please call for more information
% on Financial Aid
29%
28%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$22,000
$40,840
Acceptance Rate
45%
n/a
Admissions Director
Elisa Lynd Lellios
Brian C. Beale
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4
9
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
6
23
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Chess Club, Early Morning Program, Extended Day Program, Friends in Our Community Service Program, Math Olympiads, The Chestnut Hill School for Music
Acoustic Music, Admission Ambassador, Community Service Club, Cribbage and Card Games, Digital Fabrication/Making Club, Documentary Film Club, Doodle Art Club, Global Studies, GSA (Gender and Sexuality for All), Knitting Club, Make Cool Videos Club, Model United Nations, Politics of the Election, Quiz Bowl, Robotics Club, Science Club, Sports Appreciation Club, STEAM, Stock Market Club, Strategic Games Club, Student Diversity Leadership Club, TED Talk Discussion Group, Warm Up America