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Children's Community School

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Waterbury, CT · K–11

Last verified August 20, 2026

Po Box 1746, 06721 · (203) 575-0659

www.ccswaterbury.org

Enrollment

133

Student:teacher

13:1

Published tuition

$400–$500

Application fee

$25

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Tuition by division

We don't have a grade-by-grade tuition breakdown for this school yet. The published range across all divisions is $400–$500. Most independent schools charge different rates for preschool, elementary, middle and upper school.

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Head of school

Katherin Sniffin

Principal

Curriculum & special classes

The school offers an innovative curriculum designed to meet individual student needs, fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and creativity. It focuses on technology-infused Common Core Standards and 21st Century Learning, with small class sizes and a strong emphasis on character development.

Active Kids, Active Minds
Pre-K School Readiness Program
SUMMER BRIDGES
Bravo Waterbury!

Financial aid

Tuition covers only a fraction of educational expenses, with families contributing $400 to $500 per year. The school enrolls students from low-income households in the Waterbury area, requiring income verification for acceptance.

Application fee: $25

Before & after school care

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Admissions

New applications are processed based on the order of submission and remain valid for one year. Individuals on the waiting list will be contacted if there is an available spot in their respective grade after current families re-register. Vacancies arising during the year are filled from the waiting list.

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Acceptance rate

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Application fee

$25

What they ask for: Application (with $25 fee), current report card, family interview, school visit, written test, income verification (for low-income households in Waterbury), contractual family engagement (parent/teacher/student conferences, homework supervision, reading support, PTO involvement or opt-out fee).

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