The Bethlehem Childrens School
Tel:
(518) 478-0224
- Bethlehem Children's School is an independent K-8 school established in 1995 to provide a positive learning experience for children.
- In our program, children learn cooperatively, working together and helping each other, rather than competing against each other.
- The pace of learning is determined by each child's own developmental readiness, rather than a standardized timetable determined by age.
- The motivation for learning is the child's innate curiosity, rather than the external influences of examinations and grades.
- The school provides a low student to teacher ratio, where teachers can create an environment that draws out natural curiosity and fosters the development of a genuine, life-long interest in learning.
- We strive to implement our mission and to instill a life-long love of learning through curiosity, independence and cooperation, flexibility, critical thinking, individualized instruction, emotional growth, emotional security, and social responsibility.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: 1-3
- Students: 15 students
- Yearly Tuition: $9,000
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
School Overview
Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
Grades Offered | Grades 1-3 |
Offers Post-Graduate Year | Yes |
Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
Year Founded | 1995 |
Student Body
Total Students | 15 students |
Student Body Type | Co-ed |
Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers | 4 teachers |
Student : Teacher Ratio | 4:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 80% |
Average Class Size | 12 students |
Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
Yearly Tuition Cost | $9,000 |
Tuition Notes | Sliding scale tuition, and income dependent tuition exchange program and financial aid available |
School Notes
- Bethlehem Children's School is an independent K-8 school established in 1995 to provide a positive learning experience for children. In our program, children learn cooperatively, working together and helping each other, rather than competing against each other. The pace of learning is determined by each child's own developmental readiness, rather than a standardized timetable determined by age. The motivation for learning is the child's innate curiosity, rather than the external influences of examinations. The school provides a low student to teacher ratio, where teachers, through individualized instruction, can create an environment that draws out natural curiosity and fosters the development of a genuine, life-long interest in learning. We strive to implement our mission and to instill a life-long love of learning through curiosity, independence and cooperation, flexibility, critical thinking, emotional growth, emotional security, holistic personal health, and social responsibility.
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