The Town School
Since 1913, Town has been committed to an educational philosophy that balances high academic expectations with nurturing support.
We know that children learn best in a school where everything ' from the teaching to the educational programs to the way the classroom spaces are designed ' is geared to giving children what they need when they need it.
The Town School is committed to elementary coeducation, cultivating the joy of learning in a rigorous and nurturing environment.
The program balances the traditional and innovative, providing each child the opportunity to develop intellectual curiosity, attain academic excellence and grow in self-reliance.
The faculty and parents share a commitment to recognizing and developing each child's uniqueness, moral responsibility and social awareness.
The Town School is a coeducational, nursery through eighth grade school.
Town sets high academic and ethical standards; at the same time, we cultivate a love of learning, believing that the process of learning is as important as the result.
By providing a nurturing and supportive environment, we encourage children to take risks and discover their individual gifts.
In this unique setting, children exercise responsibility and assume leadership roles.
We teach children to think creatively, read critically and reason logically.
We stress the value of both individual learning and collaboration involving other students, teachers and parents.
The broad academic program, which integrates the arts and physical education, is designed to enable all students to experience success, increase self-confidence and develop individuality.
Quick Stats (2021-22)
- Top Ranked NY School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Students: 400 students
- Yearly Tuition: $47,700
- Average class size: 22 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Rankings
The Town School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
Year Founded
1913
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
Student Body
Total Students
400 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
18%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
75%
Average Class Size
22 students
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$47,700
Tuition Notes
Nursery 3 is 32,200
Nursery 4 is 42,000
% on Financial Aid
19%
Admissions Director
Linda Shuffman
Admissions Associate
Chelsey Piercey
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Postscript, Student Senate
Arts and Music Programs:
Music Lessons
Postscript, Student Senate
Arts and Music Programs:
Music Lessons
School Notes
- Since 1913, Town has been committed to an educational philosophy that balances high academic expectations with nurturing support. We know that children learn best in a school where everything ' from the teaching to the educational programs to the way the classroom spaces are designed ' is geared to giving children what they need when they need it. The Town School is committed to elementary coeducation, cultivating the joy of learning in a rigorous and nurturing environment. The program balances the traditional and innovative, providing each child the opportunity to develop intellectual curiosity, attain academic excellence and grow in self-reliance. The faculty and parents share a commitment to recognizing and developing each child's uniqueness, moral responsibility and social awareness. The Town School is a coeducational, nursery through eighth grade school. Town sets high academic and ethical standards; at the same time, we cultivate a love of learning, believing that the process of learning is as important as the result. By providing a nurturing and supportive environment, we encourage children to take risks and discover their individual gifts. In this unique setting, children exercise responsibility and assume leadership roles. We teach children to think creatively, read critically and reason logically. We stress the value of both individual learning and collaboration involving other students, teachers and parents. The broad academic program, which integrates the arts and physical education, is designed to enable all students to experience success, increase self-confidence and develop individuality.
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School Reviews
5 1/27/2020
I have worked at Town for over a decade, and I have to say it's true to what's advertised - an intentionally small, joyful place for serious learning and for growing up as a well-rounded, confident young person. The kids are a kind of amazing - articulate about what they know and who they are and engaged in their world in ways I was definitely NOT as an elementary or middle school student. :) The teachers are brilliant people who love their field and seem to know how to get the best out of the kids at every age. From my perspective, our parent community is fairly "mellow" and very invested in our community - staying really plugged in about what's going on at school as well as volunteering with the PA when they are able. It's a great place to work, and it's wonderful to get to watch these kids grow up into kind, thoughtful, smart young people — and to get to know their wonderful families along the way.
5 8/26/2019
Going to town was easily some of the best years of my academic life. The Teachers were amazing and the student body was filled with great people with strong character.
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