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The Caedmon School

Recognizing and celebrating the natural curiosity and sense of wonder in every student, The Caedmon School is a Montessori preschool and Montessori-inspired elementary program for children from 2 years old through Fifth grade.
Located on East 80th Street and as the first Montessori school in Manhattan, a Caedmon student delights in challenge, immersed in a community that values care and empathy. Learn more at caedmonschool.org or call 212.879.2296.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 225 students
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 3 / Dec. 10 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Year Founded
1962
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details

Student Body

Total Students
225 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
37%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
The Caedmon School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Dec. 3 / Dec. 10 / rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition ranges from $14,670 for 3-day Twos to $43,330 for Elementary School. Please refer to website for details, caedmonschool.org
Summer Program Cost Notes
Children may attend for 1 - 6 weeks. Program costs vary due to age and schedule. Please refer to website for details, caedmonschool.org
% on Financial Aid
20%
Admissions Director
Jennifer Tarpley
Admissions Associate
Susan Bonet

Sports

Total Sports Offered
1 sport

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Caedmon Chorus

Arts and Music Programs:
After School Program, The Caedmon Music School

School Notes

  • The Caedmon School offers many opportunities to visit and to get to know the programs and community prior to submitting an application. Once an application is received, a parent interview, child interview, and report from the sending school are required. Please refer to our admissions calendar for the list of opportunities here.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are The Caedmon School often compared to?
The Caedmon School is often viewed alongside schools like The Family School by visitors of our site.
Does The Caedmon School offer a summer program?
Yes, The Caedmon School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does The Caedmon School offer?
The Caedmon School offers 1 interscholastic sports: Basketball.
When is the application deadline for The Caedmon School?
The application deadline for The Caedmon School is Dec. 3 / Dec. 10 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 3 / Dec. 10 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 225 students
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 3 / Dec. 10 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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