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 (2026)
- 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.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
83%
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Nicole Shadduck
Application URL
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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Boise, ID 83702
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601 South 9th Street
Boise, ID 83702
(208) 331-9260
Boise, ID 83702
(208) 331-9260
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-9 | 158 students Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
One Stone
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1151 W Miller St
Boise, ID 83702
(208) 451-3825
Boise, ID 83702
(208) 451-3825
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Alternative School
303 N Allumbaugh St
Boise, ID 83704
(208) 350-2324
Boise, ID 83704
(208) 350-2324
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7009 Franklin Rd
Boise, ID 83709
(208) 375-6010
Boise, ID 83709
(208) 375-6010
3.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 945 students Avg. class size: 21 students Sports: 19 | Extracurrculars: 32 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Cole Valley Christian School
(Christian)
8775 W Ustick Rd
Boise, ID 83704
(208) 947-1212
Boise, ID 83704
(208) 947-1212
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825 W Fort St
Boise, ID 83702
(208) 342-4909
Boise, ID 83702
(208) 342-4909
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Gr: K-8 | 356 students Tuition listed
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Special Program Emphasis
601 South 9th Street
Boise, ID 83702
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Boise, ID 83702
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2620 W State St
Boise, ID 83702
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Boise, ID 83702
(208) 342-7476
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Alternative School (Christian)
219 N Roosevelt St
Boise, ID 83706
(208) 912-2783
Boise, ID 83706
(208) 912-2783
2.1 miles
Gr: K-7 | 7 students Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Sacred Heart Catholic School
(Catholic)
3901 Cassia St
Boise, ID 83705
(208) 344-9738
Boise, ID 83705
(208) 344-9738
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Gr: PK-8 | 218 students Tuition listed
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Miles
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Wesleyan Preschool & Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
717 N 11th St
Boise, ID 83702
(208) 343-3778
Boise, ID 83702
(208) 343-3778
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Gr: PK-K | 80 students
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Special Program Emphasis
601 South 9th Street
Boise, ID 83702
(208) 331-9260
Boise, ID 83702
(208) 331-9260
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-9 | 158 students Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
2620 W State St
Boise, ID 83702
(208) 342-7476
Boise, ID 83702
(208) 342-7476
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 180 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 6 Tuition listed
Learning Tree Inc
Daycare / Preschool
2908 N 28th St
Boise, ID 83703
(208) 342-7821
Boise, ID 83703
(208) 342-7821
2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 87 students
Montessori Academy On Parkcenter
Montessori School
649 E Parkcenter Blvd
Boise, ID 83706
(208) 344-0004
Boise, ID 83706
(208) 344-0004
2.3 miles
Gr: PK-K | 136 students
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Boise Senior High School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1010 West Washington Street
Boise, ID 83702
(208) 854-4270
Boise, ID 83702
(208) 854-4270
0.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,512 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Cornerstone High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
882 Valley Road South
Hazelton, ID 83335
(208) 829-5353
Hazelton, ID 83335
(208) 829-5353
0.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 6 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Longfellow Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1511 North 9th Street
Boise, ID 83702
(208) 854-5450
Boise, ID 83702
(208) 854-5450
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 248 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Minidoka Junior High Alternative
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10%)
310 10th Street
Rupert, ID 83350
(208) 436-4727
Rupert, ID 83350
(208) 436-4727
0.3 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 36 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Nampa Academy
Alternative School
28 South Midland Boulevard
Nampa, ID 83651
(208) 332-6800
Nampa, ID 83651
(208) 332-6800
0.3 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 94 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
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