AltSchool Union Square (Closed 2019)

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AltSchool Union Square (Closed 2019)

90 5th Avenue (2nd Floor)
New York, NY 10011

School Facts

Grades Offered

Grades 5-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	AltSchool Union Square
5	14
6	13
7	5
8	5

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Year Founded

2017

Student Body

Total Students

37 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Academic Profile

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Dec. 31 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$38,800

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Tuition Notes

2018-19 annual tuition for middle school is $38,800.

Admissions Director

Anne Bellec

School Notes

AltSchool is a place where creativity and exploration come together with rigor, purpose, and structure.
At AltSchool, we are cultivating the next generation of lifelong learners who possess the knowledge, strength of character, creativity, and drive to impact the modern world.
Our educators put students at the center of their own learning by equipping them with the knowledge, skills, and awareness to advocate for themselves. As agents of their own learning, AltSchool students are creating the change they want to see in the dynamic environments around them.
Students learn and are assessed on non-academic life skills with the same level of rigor as core academic knowledge.
We are accepting applications for 5th through 8th grade for the 2019-2020 school year (a few places are still available for 2018-2019). Please submit an application by December 31, 2018 to receive an admissions decision in February 2019 (Rolling admissions after that date).

Our small, community-based campus supports the development of deeply enriching relationships between students, educators, and families. We explore the following areas:

Personalized Project-Based Learning: Educators use a proven cycle of learning that aligns with how children learn best.
Multi-Age Programs: Two-year age bands replace traditional grades; our programs challenge and support students at their individual level of knowledge and skills.
Learning Beyond School Walls: Small, community-based campuses blur traditional boundaries between school and community. Exploring the community and bringing experts into our schools grounds learning in real-world experiences.
A Whole-Child Approach: A deep learner profile for each student that goes beyond grades and test scores, incorporating knowledge, skills, and habits-and evolves with your child.
A Bigger Purpose: Students and parents contribute to co-creating a platform that not only powers our schools but also aims to improve education for all children.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does AltSchool Union Square cost?

AltSchool Union Square's tuition is approximately $38,800 for private students.

When is the application deadline for AltSchool Union Square?

The application deadline for AltSchool Union Square is Dec. 31 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 31 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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