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Principia School

13201 Clayton Rd
Des Peres, MO 63131
Grades/Ages
Ages 2-12
Hours
8:00 AM - 3:30 PM

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Overview

Principia School, located in St. Louis, is a distinguished educational institution dedicated to nurturing students from infancy through grade 12, including boarding options for grades 8 to 12. Grounded in Christian Science principles, the school embraces a holistic approach that views each student as inherently capable and whole, fostering an environment where character education and experiential learning are paramount. The curriculum is thoughtfully designed to support a diverse range of learners, including those with language-based learning disabilities and twice-exceptional students.

Principia's innovative programs encompass a Reggio Emilia-inspired Early Childhood curriculum, hands-on STEM projects in state-of-the-art IDEA Labs, and unique opportunities such as entrepreneurship initiatives that engage students in real-world applications. The school prides itself on its low student-teacher ratio of 7:1, enabling personalized attention that enhances academic and emotional growth. Furthermore, the expansive 360-acre campus offers rich outdoor learning experiences and specialized facilities that support sustainability initiatives and community service projects.

What sets Principia apart is its commitment to fostering strong family partnerships and creating a vibrant community where inclusivity thrives. Through various signature experiences that integrate academic themes with practical challenges, students are encouraged to develop critical thinking skills and a sense of purpose beyond the classroom. This nurturing environment not only cultivates academic excellence but also instills values of selflessness and leadership among its students.

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language-based learning disabilitiesTwice-exceptionalBoardingPrivateReggio EmiliaChristian Science principlescharacter educationexperiential learningReggio Emilia-inspired Early Childhood curriculumhands-on STEM projectsIDEA Labsentrepreneurship initiativeslow student-teacher ratio (7:1)outdoor learning experiencessustainability initiativescommunity service projectsfamily partnershipsinclusivity

Who is this school for?

  • School
  • Private
  • language-based learning disabilities
  • Twice-exceptional
  • Elementary (K-5)

What is the learning environment like?

  • low student-teacher ratio (7:1)

What opportunities are there beyond the classroom?

  • School
  • family partnerships

Other Important Info

  • Boarding
  • Reggio Emilia
  • Christian Science principles
  • character education
  • experiential learning

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