At The College School, we explore the world through authentic experiences, empowering students to engage deeply and be ready for what is next.

Walk into any classroom and you’ll find teachers encouraging students to discover and connect. You’ll observe children engaged in meaningful hands-on projects that build skills and excite creativity.

Our learning extends beyond the classroom. Our teaching philosophy is that learning happens everyone: in our classrooms, in the city, in the wilderness, on a walk around the neighborhood, and miles away.

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PreK-Eighth

TCS is a co-ed, independent school serving children in Preschool through Eighth Grade.

One School, Two Campuses

In addition to our Webster Groves campus, we own 28 acres of property in the LaBarque Watershed near Pacific, MO. It’s a rich place for hands-on, inquiry-based learning and our headquarters for learning beyond the classroom.

Experiential Education

At TCS, experiential learning is not separate from a rigorous academic program. Through hands-on projects and real-life experiences, students learn core subjects and critical life lessons. This approach makes learning meaningful and makes lessons stick.

Affordability and Support

A TCS education is both an extraordinary opportunity and a significant investment for a family. We strive to make our education affordable to all qualified applicants through financial aid and scholarships.

“When I came to The College School in Fifth Grade, my teachers were the first to assure me that it was okay to be myself. They taught us about science and computers; I learned to code with them. They built on what my own father was teaching me about camping, biking, and embracing adventure, but most importantly, they helped teach me to embrace and chase my interests and curiosities.”

Shaun Hautly, Class of 1999

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