The Children's School of Boise is an independent, non-profit institution.
It was founded in 1980 as an educational program which emphasizes self-discovery of the world as the most important teacher.
Affective (emotional) development is seen as equally important to cognitive (thinking) development.
Both function simultaneously to determine what is learned. Since the early 1900's this approach, known as Developmental Interaction, has evolved through research and analysis at Bank Street College of Education in New York City.
It is a coherent integration of developmental psychology, cognitive theory and educational theory and practice.
The mission of The Children's School of Boise, Inc., is to enhance human development by supporting children, during their childhood years, as they experience themselves as capable learners.
The school will provide a developmentally and educationally sound program for children through age 8.
In its actions, the school will serve as a community advocate for the whole and healthy development of children and families, and as a progressive educational model.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 79 students
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1980
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
79 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
83%
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
School Notes
- The Children's School of Boise is an independent, non-profit institution.
- It was founded in 1980 for children 3 to 8 years old as an educational program which emphasizes self-discovery of the world as the most important teacher.
- Affective (emotional) development is seen as equally important to cognitive (thinking) development.
- Both function simultaneously to determine what is learned.
- Since the early 1900's this approach, known as Developmental Interaction, has evolved through research and analysis at Bank Street College of Education in New York City.
- It is a coherent integration of developmental psychology, cognitive theory and educational theory and practice.
- The mission of The Children's School of Boise, Inc., is to enhance human development by supporting children, during their childhood years, as they experience themselves as capable learners.
- The school will provide a developmentally and educationally sound program for children through age 8.
- In its actions, the school will serve as a community advocate for the whole and healthy development of children and families, and as a progressive educational model.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for The Children's School Of Boise?
The application deadline for The Children's School Of Boise is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is The Children's School Of Boise located?
The Children's School Of Boise is located in the North End neighborhood of Boise, ID. There are 3 other private schools located in North End.
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