The Grosse Pointe Academy
Tel:
(313)886-1221
- The Grosse Pointe Academy is an independent day school, located on a 20 acre lakeside campus, offering a Montessori Early School(ages 2 1/2-5), Lower School(Grades 1-3), Intermediate School(grades 4-5) and Middle School(Grades 6-8).
- Our students receive the advantage of outstanding academics enriched with a full spectrum of programs including world language studies beginning at age 3, visual and performing arts, technology, athletics, and a wide range of extracurricular activities that challenge the mind and body.
- Integral to our whole child approach to education is our emphasis on moral and spiritual development, and leadership and community service opportunities, all within a diverse and inclusive environment.
- The Academy offers students an advantage that lasts a lifetime.
Quick Stats (2019-20)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Students: 265 students
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
The Grosse Pointe Academy places among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:
- Category Attribute
- Student Body Largest student body
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | American Montessori Society (AMS) National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) State or regional independent school association Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-8 |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Learning Programs Supported | Mild Learning Differences |
| Year Founded | 1969 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 265 students |
| Student Body Type | n/a |
| % Students of Color | 9% State avg.: 15% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 27 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 10:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| Average Class Size | 14 students |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Tuition Notes | Tuition varies per grade level. Scholarships and Tuition Assistance available for 1-8. |
| % on Financial Aid | 30% |
| Admissions Director | Jennifer Kendall |
| Admissions Associate | Nora Ezop |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 6 sports |
| Sports | Basketball, Cross Country, Lacrosse, Soccer, Tennis, VolleyballBasketball, Cross Country, Lacrosse, Soccer, Tennis, Volleyball, |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 9 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Arts & Crafts Club, Catholic Formation, Chess Club, Forensics, Glee Club, Homework Club, Intramurals, Jr. Chef's class, TGA Golf |
School Notes
- The Academy advantages include:
- Certified Montessori Early School for ages 2 1/2 to 5
- Lower and Middle Schools Grades 1-8
- Small class size with individualized instruction
- Advanced curriculum and enrichment
- Learning specialists for advanced and emerging learners
- Licensed therapist on staff to help with social interaction
- Recently renovated school building with media center, state-of-the-art science labs, new computer lab and third floor art loft
- 1 to 1 iPad school grades 1-8
- Scholarships and tuition assistance program
- World language offerings (French from age 3; Spanish and Chinese from Grade 5)
- Christian Life program and Monday morning Chapel assemblies
- Array of arts offerings including creative movement, visual arts, and a variety of performance opportunities
- Daily gym classes
- Leadership and community service opportunities integrated into the curriculum
- Interscholastic athletics including soccer, tennis, volleyball, basketball, boys` lacrosse and cross country
- Competitive chess team
- Award-winning forensics team
- Recognition of academic achievements for Middle School students through academic awards assembly and National Junior Honor Society induction ceremony
- Outdoor learning adventures and educational trips
- Geographic, ethnic, religious and socioeconomic diversity
- 20-acre campus with lakeside setting
- Before and after school activities including strings, chess club and intramural sports
- Before and After Care programs
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