Joyful Learning
Learning isn’t something you do to reach a goal; it is something you do because it is fun and part of who you are.
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Academic Excellence
We work hard to ensure that our students are strong academically, as well as being creative problem-solvers.
Diversity Beyond the Numbers
At New City, we believe that teaching students to understand and appreciate diversity is essential for success in life.
Personal Intelligences
Our students care about others, they look inward to know themselves, and they work together to solve problems and enhance learning.
Happening Now
There is always something going on at New City! To view additional news, events or our full calendar, click on the links below.
![New City 6th Graders Lead for Change]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1699390273/newcityschoolorg/dkmyutcgkothpnyplfb8/DelmarDivineNews-thumb.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1699390273/newcityschoolorg/dkmyutcgkothpnyplfb8/DelmarDivineNews-thumb.jpg","width":330}])
Guest news post from Laurie Smilack, Upper Elementary Division Head.
![Math Teacher Jill Speckert Presents at ISACS Annual Conference]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1699476179/newcityschoolorg/qhyiagtpx5ko4qcewomt/jillpresenting-thumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1699476179/newcityschoolorg/qhyiagtpx5ko4qcewomt/jillpresenting-thumbnail.png","width":330}])
5th and 6th Grade Math Teacher Jill Speckert was a presenter for two sessions at last week's Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) Annual Conference in Columbus, OH.
![October Early Childhood Assembly]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1698327207/newcityschoolorg/asgjbtadhphskbkgtilz/ECAssembly10-15-23_2-newsthumb.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1698327207/newcityschoolorg/asgjbtadhphskbkgtilz/ECAssembly10-15-23_2-newsthumb.jpg","width":330}])
Friends from 4/5s and Kindergarten shared songs on stage; 3s and 3/4s attended the assembly along with plenty of parents and caregivers.
![New City School Reimagines Early Education (Ladue News)]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1698600449/newcityschoolorg/cfivvjmbtzugqu14zqwk/laduenews-gardenlevel_newsthumb.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1698600449/newcityschoolorg/cfivvjmbtzugqu14zqwk/laduenews-gardenlevel_newsthumb.jpg","width":330}])
No one can fully plan for a natural disaster. However, with creativity and resilience, you can take the situation you’ve been handed and not only recover but also transform it to something positive.
![5th & 6th Graders Explore Vertical Learning]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1696369410/newcityschoolorg/fstslvhzmubio7sydria/VerticalLearningNews-3.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1696369410/newcityschoolorg/fstslvhzmubio7sydria/VerticalLearningNews-3.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1696369410/newcityschoolorg/fstslvhzmubio7sydria/VerticalLearningNews-3.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1696369410/newcityschoolorg/fstslvhzmubio7sydria/VerticalLearningNews-3.jpg","width":917}])
This practice is designed to elevate thinking, increase risk-taking, and foster collaboration.
![Community Crews Have a Blast at Field Day!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1694785649/newcityschoolorg/wajtcmhwvavbqypknxek/FieldDaySocial-newsthumb.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1694785649/newcityschoolorg/wajtcmhwvavbqypknxek/FieldDaySocial-newsthumb.jpg","width":330}])
Community Crews are made up of 1st through 6th Graders, and gather together for various activities throughout the school year.
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By The Numbers
Recognized as one of the top independent private schools in St. Louis, New City School prides itself on providing a unique, thorough learning environment for Preschool and Kindergarten students through 6th Grade. Our approach centers not only on facts and skills, but also on fostering a love for learning in every child.
7:1
student/teacher ratio
$11M
endowment for Variable Tuition
$1.7M
awarded through our Variable Tuition program
45%
Students of color representing 46 different zip codes