The Childrens School
Atlanta, GA
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Participates in: Georgia Special Needs Scholarship
Verified against the state's participating-school list dated August 2026.
| School Information | |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten age cutoff | 5 by September 1 |
| Kindergarten schedule | Full Day, 5 days/week |
| Learning support | Learning Support (LSASS) |
| Financial aid | Yes |
| Scholarship / voucher programs | Special Needs (SB-10) |
| Admissions deadline | January 3, 2026 (financial aid), February 13, 2026 (regular application) |
| Admissions testing | No |
The Childrens School in Atlanta serves students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, with a total enrollment of approximately 312 students. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 6.2, supporting small class sizes and individualized attention. As a nonsectarian, independent school, it does not incorporate religious instruction into its curriculum but is affiliated with organizations such as NAIS. The school offers full-day kindergarten five days a week, with an age cutoff of September 1 for kindergarten eligibility. The school day lasts about 6.75 hours, and the academic year includes 179 days. Tuition for the 2024-2025 year has not been published; families can contact the school directly for details. Financial aid is available, and the school participates in the Georgia special needs voucher program, ga_special_needs_sb10. The school provides a lunch program, summer activities, and learning support through LSASS. It also has a library and supports homeschooling but does not specify uniforms or before- and after-school care. The school does not publish specific details about its curriculum model or assessment methods, but it emphasizes a supportive environment for diverse learners. Admissions deadlines are January 3, 2026, for financial aid and February 13, 2026, for regular applications. The school does not publish information about its diversity or high school placement outcomes. Overall, The Childrens School offers a comprehensive, nonsectarian education with a focus on individualized learning and support for students with special needs.
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