The New School vs. The Children's School
Should you attend The New School or The Children's School? Visitors to our site frequently compare these two schools. Compare their rankings, scores, reviews and more to help you determine which school is the best choice for you.
School Overview
Top Rankings
The New School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:
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The Children's School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:
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Student Body
Extracurriculars
Overview
At The New School, we do work that really matters-to our students and to the world.
TNS students follow a dual curriculum; much of their time is spent in rigorous college preparatory academic classes and about one third of the school day is dedicated to community-engaged learning.
Our core values are: build community; focus on growth; collaborate; take responsibility; and be brave.
At The Children's School, we don't just educate minds, we ignite a lifelong love of learning.
Nestled in Atlanta's vibrant Midtown, our school is a progressive, child-centered learning community for curious minds from preschool to grade 8.
The years between 3 and 14 are a child's most formative years and hold the potential to spark a passion for exploration and discovery.
Instead of rote memorization, we craft engaging, play-based experiences that ignite your child's natural curiosity.
This isn't just about acquiring knowledge, it's about understanding the world around them and embracing the joy of learning.
Through hands-on projects and tailored learning journeys, your child won't simply be prepared for high school, they'll be equipped with a thirst for knowledge that propels them throughout life.
Grades Offered
9-12
NS-8
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
n/a
No
Learning Difference Programs
n/a
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
n/a
Dyslexia, Mild learning differences
Year Founded
2014
1970
Students Body
Total Students
82 students
313 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
42%
52%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Nursery Students
-
32
Pre-K Students
-
31
Kindergarten Students
-
28
Grade 1 Students
-
44
Grade 2 Students
-
24
Grade 3 Students
-
30
Grade 4 Students
-
30
Grade 5 Students
-
26
Grade 6 Students
-
27
Grade 7 Students
-
24
Grade 8 Students
-
17
Grade 9 Students
22
-
Grade 10 Students
17
-
Grade 11 Students
21
-
Grade 12 Students
22
-
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
50 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
71%
n/a
Average Class Size
12
14
Number of AP Classes
9
n/a
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
6:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Casual
(No dress code)
(No dress code)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
Feb. 2
Jan. 31 / Dec. 13 / rolling
Tuition Cost
$20,750
$24,897
Tuition Notes
n/a
Preschool program: $22,435 per year
Elementary program (K-grade 5): $25,238
Middle School (grades 6-8): $27,019
% on Financial Aid
30%
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Acceptance Rate
n/a
24%
Admissions Director
Claire Strowd
Pauline Jennett
Admissions Associate
n/a
Alison Schers
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4
11
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
n/a
18
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Art ClubBaking & Cooking
Extended DayMinecraft
Reading ClubRobotics
Sports ClubSTEAM Club
Student AmbassadorsStudent Council
Study HallUrban Farming
Arts and Music Programs:
Enrichment ProgramsTCS Jr. Players
TCS PlayersTCS Players (Theater)
TCS VoicesTCS Voices (Chorus)