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Japhet School

839 S. Crooks Road Clawson, MI 48017

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Special Program Emphasis
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 65 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $13,780
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
Japhet School Photo #1 - Japhet School provides 1-1 devices with wireless connectivity for all students in Kindergarten through 8th grade. Technology integration increases as students are older.
Japhet School Photo #2 - Enriching field trips take students across the state for outdoor learning and new experiences.
Japhet School Photo #3 - Small classrooms enable teachers to get to know their students well.
Japhet School Photo #4 - Japhet School's discovery-based Preschool and Kindergarten teach children through play, encouraging a lifelong love of learning.
Japhet School Photo #5 - Hands-on science experiments take place in all classrooms, even early childhood!
Japhet School Photo #6 - Language arts, science, global/social studies, and math all have technological integration; Japhet students are 21st-century learners.
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Special Program Emphasis
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 65 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $13,780
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1973
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Student Body

Total Students
65 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 19%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.:
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Uniform on Mondays only
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Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition is payable in one, two, or 10 payments through the school year.
% on Financial Aid
25%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,000
Admissions Director
Robin Pospisil
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School Notes

  • Japhet School is an award-winning independent school in the Metro Detroit area.
  • Japhet School's mission is to nurture and prepare each child for life by integrating character education with a strong academic program.
  • Japhet teachers see every child as a student with unlimited potential.
  • Dedicated educators lead small classes, where students feel comfortable to share their voices and excel.
  • In addition to academic excellence, Japhet's character education model develops the skills needed for public speaking, leadership roles, and conflict resolution.
  • Serving students from preschool through 8th grade, Japhet's small classrooms enable teachers to challenge students and get to know each child well, with integrated technology, hands-on learning, and individual and collaborative projects. At every age, leadership skills are developed and practiced. The school has a unique focus on oral communication, giving students confidence in sharing their voice. A national award-winning character education curriculum builds a peaceful community and gives graduates an ethical foundation.Families come to Japhet for many reasons. Some are drawn to its emphasis on character education and to its peaceful school environment. Many seek a challenging curriculum not restricted by age or grade. Others come for an affordable and nurturing private school, without the teaching of a specific faith. All families benefit from Japhet teachers' ability to see the unlimited potential in every child. Call to schedule a personal tour.
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Camille Primeau – Voice Performance Major at University of Michigan -
    • Scott Mazurkiewicz – Auto Damage Adjuster in Chicago -
    • Reilly Ankers – University of Michigan Student -
    • Joey White – Engineering Student -
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Japhet School cost?
Japhet School's tuition is approximately $13,780 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from Japhet School?
Japhet School famous alumni include: Camille Primeau – Voice Performance Major at University of Michigan, Scott Mazurkiewicz – Auto Damage Adjuster in Chicago, Reilly Ankers – University of Michigan Student and Joey White – Engineering Student.
When is the application deadline for Japhet School?
The application deadline for Japhet School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (2 reviews)
5  
Both my son and daughter graduated from Japhet School and had a very happy, engaged education. They formed relationships with their teachers which served them extremely well in high school. Japhet School is in every way a community setting, and the children are there to learn. Teachers see themselves as true partners and expect the best from every student. The student body is more diverse than the public schools in the Royal Oak area -- Japhet seems to attract families from all over. My wife and I are very pleased with our decision to send our children there and we highly recommend it for anyone looking for a school that is progressive and has high expectations of students both academically and in their expression of character. Well done, Japhet.
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5  
We are beyond pleased with our son's first year at Japhet. The Character education and small class sizes are what attracted us to the school and they exceeded all our expectations. He is very well prepared to enter into kindergarten. When we were looking for a preschool we were so disappointed in what we found. Lots of schools offered fun play and activities but no other offered those along with academics and conflict resolution like Japhet. To say that the preschool offers fun play & activities is actually an understatement. The whole atmosphere is highly creative, educates while fostering imagination and wonder. We considered holding our son back a year simply because he loved the program that much. There were several opportunities for parents to be involved in the classroom and the school offered many special family fun nights for those who could not make it during the day. The students, from pre-k-8th, are so open, kind, and emotionally intelligent. We are very proud to have our son attend Japhet.
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