Address:

PO Box 2248, Amherst, MA, 01004-2248, United States

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The Common School’s mission is to develop strong academic and social skills while  nurturing each child’s love of learning, respect and compassion for others, and  commitment to the environment.      Our vision is of a diverse school community inspired by a common sense of belonging,  and by an excitement for learning that comes from children actively discovering, making  and doing things for themselves.    We believe that meaningful education must cultivate the imagination and instill an  appreciation for learning as an engaging, joyful pursuit. We aim to create a safe and  stimulating atmosphere for learning that encourages children to trust in themselves and  others, honor differences, question, take risks, collaborate, assume responsibility, and  discover individual areas of strength and interest.    As progressive educators we are guided by respect for children’s individual differences,  recognition of their natural curiosity and capacity for growth, and a commitment to  authenticity in the activities and materials that shape their learning.    To this end, our curriculum is organized around thematic, in-depth studies that integrate  many aspects of children’s classroom experience. We value opportunities for rigorous  inquiry, for hands-on exploration and creative expression, for cross-age experiences, for  quiet reflection, for celebration, and for play.

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Student body CoEd
Grade Levels Pre-School, Elementary/Primary School
Enrollment Size 101-200
Religious Affiliation No Religious Affiliation
School Type Day
Extended Schedule After-School, Before-School, Summer
Learning Styles Support Learning Differences
Other Characteristics Experiential Learning, Global Education, Outdoor

Contact the School

Dana Kadish Outreach Administrator 413-256-8989