About

Dear Friends,

I am so pleased that you have decided to get to know Community School. It is truly a special place, dedicated to our mission of nurturing the gifts of mind, body and spirit. This foundation inspires students to develop a lifelong passion for learning. Our students lead with wonder and eagerly explore new ideas–all within an inclusive community where they feel safe, valued, and truly seen.

As a parent, you recognize your child’s strengths and passions and are eager to watch their potential unfold. At Community, we share that commitment by partnering with families to nurture each child’s growth through intentional, child-centered, and individualized learning. Our approach supports not only academic achievement but also creative exploration and social-emotional growth. Within this supportive and diverse environment, students build meaningful connections with their peers while developing a deeper understanding of themselves and others.

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Explore Our Offerings

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Academic Excellence

Learn how Community School sets the standard for academic excellence among St. Louis-area pre-K and elementary schools, with a 7:1 student-teacher ratio, personalized instruction, an integrated curriculum across subject areas, and strong achievement test scores.

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STEAM Philosophy

Familiarize yourself with our STEAM philosophy (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Math), which balances technical skills with creativity and critical thinking. Students learn to build connections and apply their knowledge in different settings across our campus.

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Diversity & Inclusion

Community School’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion shapes every aspect of school life. Discover how our collective work creates a culture of belonging that prepares students for academic success and lives of empathy, curiosity, and leadership.

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Preschool Program

Explore our nursery and junior kindergarten programs.

Elementary Program

Explore our senior kindergarten through sixth grade programs.

Community has a risk-taking, okay-to-make-mistakes, growth environment. Once your child walks through the door, they will become an important part of our community. They will be valued, appreciated, encouraged, supported, and motivated.

- Sixth grade student