Berkeley Hall School vs. Curtis School
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School Overview
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Overview
Berkeley Hall School is a non-sectarian, coed, private school for students from preschool to 8th grade.
We are dedicated to inspiring students to excel in academics and become active thinkers and conscientious stewards of the world.
Founded in 1911, BHS is grounded in a sense of community and committed to providing a balanced and inclusive education for all.
In addition to challenging academics, we offer a variety of visual and performing arts, athletics, enrichment, outdoor education, STEAM, and leadership programs.
Our 66-acre campus has multiple playgrounds, sports fields, tennis, basketball, and volleyball courts, a swimming pool, an amphitheater, and a performing arts center.
Curtis is a community of happy students, enthusiastic teachers, supportive administrators and staff, and active parent volunteers. Together, we pursue our mission to develop, in every child, a sound mind in a sound body governed by a compassionate heart.
At Curtis School, each lesson, exploration, and experience begins with the child; what do they need to feel a true and lasting connection to their learning? Because when every stage of childhood is deeply understood and honored in the education of minds, bodies, and hearts, learning is forever joyful.
Grades Offered
NS-8
PK-6
Blue Ribbon School
No
n/a
Offers Post-Graduate Year
n/a
No
Learning Difference Programs
n/a
No
Year Founded
1911
1925
Students Body
Total Students
262 students
494 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
32%
54%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Nursery Students
16
-
Pre-K Students
18
32
Kindergarten Students
22
66
Grade 1 Students
22
66
Grade 2 Students
22
66
Grade 3 Students
22
66
Grade 4 Students
22
66
Grade 5 Students
22
66
Grade 6 Students
32
66
Grade 7 Students
32
-
Grade 8 Students
32
-
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
68 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
59%
n/a
Average Class Size
22
20
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:8
1:7
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
(Uniforms grades 1 through 8: Navy or beige pants, shorts, skirts, skorts with polo shirts.)
(Uniforms grades 1 through 8: Navy or beige pants, shorts, skirts, skorts with polo shirts.)
Formal
(School has a uniform dress code.)
(School has a uniform dress code.)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
Jan. 8 / rolling
Nov. 1 / Nov. 15
Tuition Cost
$41,000
$38,021
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies by grade:
Nursery & EK from $33,500; K-5th $40,500; 6th-8th $45,500. Tuition covers textbooks, interscholastic sports, field trips, yearbooks, and Berkeley Hall Parent Association Membership.
Tuition for the 2024-25 school year is $38,021. New student fee of $1500.
% on Financial Aid
23%
15%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$24,450
n/a
Admissions Director
Katelyn Forero
Mimi Petrie
Admissions Associate
Nora Reilly
Sara Okolie
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7
7
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
4
10
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Choir, Clubs, Student Ambassador Program, Student Council
Book Club, Chess, Choir, Curtis Creative Guild, Debate Team, LEGO Robotics Team, Orchestra, Robotics Club, Service Club, Student Council