Enrollment
166
Student:teacher
7:1
Published tuition
$13,746–$44,600
Application fee
$50
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Tuition by division
| Division | Grades | Annual tuition | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-2027 | PRESCHOOL TUITION | $13,746–$27,529 | various schedule options available for 3-5 days/week, half-day or full-day |
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-2027 | PREKINDERGARTEN TUITION | $23,771–$28,529 | various schedule options available for 5 days/week, half-day or full-day |
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-2027 | TRANSITIONAL KINDERGARTEN TUITION | $24,193–$29,029 | various schedule options available for 5 days/week, half-day or full-day |
| Elementary2026-2027 | Kindergarten | $35,500 | — |
| Elementary2026-2027 | Grade 1 | $40,625 | — |
| Elementary2026-2027 | Grade 2 | $40,625 | — |
| Elementary2026-2027 | Grade 3 | $40,625 | — |
| Elementary2026-2027 | Grade 4 | $40,625 | — |
Head of school
Rhiannon McElwee
Head of School
Rhiannon McElwee is the Head of School at Lesley Ellis, leading a community focused on intellectual rigor, creativity, and compassion. She is building on the strong foundation laid by her predecessor, Deanne Benson.
Curriculum & special classes
Lesley Ellis School offers an engaging and challenging curriculum from preschool through eighth grade, centered around an anti-bias approach. The emergent curriculum for early childhood is grounded in the understanding that all children are naturally curious, capable learners, while elementary and middle school students are immersed in a community of serious learners.
Financial aid
Tuition assistance is available and designed to support families across a range of financial situations, making education accessible and affordable. The application process is confidential and aims to ensure classrooms reflect diversity.
Application fee: $50
Before & after school care
Before school
Early morning drop-off starts at 7:30 a.m.
After school
Afterschool program (Clubhouse) available until 5:30 p.m. for all programs (Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle School). Enrichment clubs and interscholastic sports/theater are also offered after school until 4:30 p.m. Vacation Clubhouse and Summer Camp are also available.
Cost
Costs for additional coverage on Fridays after 12:30 p.m. for Preschoolers are outlined in Clubhouse material. Specific details about Clubhouse and Early Morning Drop-Off offerings, including fees and registration, are announced in the spring and posted on the website; fees for these programs are paid separately.
Extended-care hours and rates change yearly — parents can correct these below.
Admissions
The admissions process at Lesley Ellis School is designed to help families understand the program, experience the community, and determine if it's the right fit for their student. It involves scheduling a parent meeting and school tour, creating a Ravenna account, completing an online application, soliciting teacher recommendations, and providing student progress reports. Limited openings are available for the 2026-2027 school year, and rolling admissions apply after initial deadlines.
Apply by
February 2 for new families (Clarity application and online application form). Admission decisions are delivered on March 10.
Acceptance rate
Not listed
Application fee
$50
What they ask for: Parent meeting and school tour, Ravenna account, online application form, teacher recommendations (AISNE form), last 2 years of progress reports, applicant visit.
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