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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Variable Tuition
Does independent school tuition seem out of reach? At New City School, our Variable Tuition program helps to support families at a range of income levels.
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.
![Faculty Spotlight: Meet Sharon!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1669994886/newcityschoolorg/n5y92pzwmz9u6govqrwq/meetsharon-thumb.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1669994886/newcityschoolorg/n5y92pzwmz9u6govqrwq/meetsharon-thumb.jpg","width":330}])
This week, we're getting to know Sharon Palmer, one of our new lead teachers in the 3/4s!
![November 11th: Diversity Dinner & Dialogue with Michelle Purdy, PhD]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1665587736/newcityschoolorg/foavw6gvlfevczvnnkqu/MichellePurdy-newsthumb.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1665587736/newcityschoolorg/foavw6gvlfevczvnnkqu/MichellePurdy-newsthumb.jpg","width":330}])
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about November 11th: Diversity Dinner & Dialogue with Michelle Purdy, PhD
![New City Camps Out!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1667322832/newcityschoolorg/s3jw0ihfjxxppdsqczfu/6thcamping-newsthumb.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1667322832/newcityschoolorg/s3jw0ihfjxxppdsqczfu/6thcamping-newsthumb.jpg","width":330}])
Every year, New City 4th, 5th, and 6th Graders have the opportunity to go on a camping trip with their classmates.
![3rd Grade Visit to Mastodon State Historic Site]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1666803962/newcityschoolorg/vinnvbkg5jhfcfkzo6pe/MASTODON2022-thumb.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1666803962/newcityschoolorg/vinnvbkg5jhfcfkzo6pe/MASTODON2022-thumb.jpg","width":330}])
3rd Graders took a field trip to Mastodon State Historic Site as part of their study of how people and animals migrated to North America.
![Artist—and New City Grad!—Frankie Toan Visits with 5th & 6th Grades]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1665177693/newcityschoolorg/pierdtypfzg0rvfqguvc/FrankieToanVisit-42-newsthumb.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1665177693/newcityschoolorg/pierdtypfzg0rvfqguvc/FrankieToanVisit-42-newsthumb.jpg","width":330}])
Denver-based fiber artist Frankie Toan (New City School Class of 2002) joined our 5th and 6th Graders this morning for a brief talk about their work.
![Lifelong Learning at New City School]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1666812925/newcityschoolorg/c0x5oj4p69waout89uuw/guestspeakers-newsthumb.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1666812925/newcityschoolorg/c0x5oj4p69waout89uuw/guestspeakers-newsthumb.png","width":330}])
Throughout the year, we strive to offer professional development opportunities through guest speakers, workshops, and more. Last month, two renowned educators joined us for weeklong residencies, during which time they worked with our faculty, our students, and our community.
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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.
8:1
student/teacher ratio
$11M
endowment for Variable Tuition
$1.4M
awarded through our Variable Tuition program
45%
Students of color representing 46 different zip codes
