Why CCS
Why CCS
WHY CCS?
Our TK-6th grade progressive program offers a creative environment where students are inspired through subject-integrated, hands-on learning. Our curriculum develops innovative independent thinking, as well as advanced problem solving skills. Through every discovery, and challenge, our students develop a genuine love of learning. This is all supported by our excellent teaching staff, and vibrant community where our young learners to thrive.
Niche 2025 Best School
Children’s Community School has an A+ overall Niche Grade, which accounts for the top 2.5% of schools across the country.
“CCS experience prepared my daughter to engage in critical thinking and left her with self-confidence and poise beyond her years. Moreover, she thinks for herself, has no fear of tackling new tasks or adventures and she has tremendous people skills. We could not have asked for more.”
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Curriculum
Curriculum
Early Years
(TK–2nd)
From their very first day, our youngest learners dive into a rich world of STEM, arts, music, and physical education. Students discover the forces of push and pull through marble experiments, develop critical reading and writing skills, explore rhythm with drums and song, and build strong mathematical foundations from estimation to computation. Every moment is an opportunity for wonder, growth, and play.
Middle Years
(3rd–4th)
As our students mature, so does their learning. They tackle more complex mathematical concepts like multiplication, division, and fractions while transitioning from learning to read to reading to learn. Their world expands as they explore political science, investigate micro-habitats, and deepen their understanding of rhythm and pattern. Through project, field trips, and classroom time, students confidently build on their skills.
Later Years
(5th–6th)
Our oldest students push the boundaries of their understanding, investigating physics through the lens of gravity and exploring world cultures through music. They expand their world view in many ways including getting out into the world through overnight experiences, a focus on analytical skills through data analysis, examination of human development to better understand themselves, and study democratic processes in our complex world. They're not just preparing for middle school—they're preparing to be thoughtful citizens.
For more information, check out our Curriculum Guide
Philosophy
Philosophy
Philosophy
Children's Community School prepares children to be active citizens in a democracy. At every step, we connect learning to life itself. We believe education should empower every student to actively shape both their own future and the future of our society. We are proud to carry forward John Dewey's vision, keeping progressive education not just alive, but vibrant and relevant for today's world.
Portrait of a Graduate
Portrait of a Graduate
Portrait of a Graduate
Our graduates enter their next chapter uniquely prepared for both academic success and meaningful citizenship. A CCS graduate will:
Seek intellectual curiosity and growth
Appreciate the arts and discover their own creative expression
Lead with compassion, empathy, and integrity
Advocate for themselves and others
Identify injustices and pursue opportunities to be agents of change
Be an active and informed participant in a democracy
Contribute actively to the well-being and positive growth of the community