Enrollment
342
Student:teacher
6:1
Published tuition
$4,820–$27,780
Application fee
$65
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Tuition by division
| Division | Grades | Annual tuition | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-27 | Toddler | $4,820 | includes snack only |
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-27 | Preschool 1 (3 half days) | $8,060 | includes annual lunch and snack |
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-27 | Preschool 1 (5 half days) | $12,270 | includes annual lunch and snack |
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-27 | Preschool 1 (3 full days) | $12,400 | includes annual lunch and snack |
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-27 | Preschool 2 (5 half days) | $12,850 | includes annual lunch and snack |
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-27 | Preschool 1 (5 full days) | $19,030 | includes annual lunch and snack |
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-27 | Preschool 2 (5 full days) | $19,970 | includes annual lunch and snack |
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-27 | Junior Kindergarten (5 full days) | $22,510 | includes annual lunch and snack |
Head of school
Sarah Johnston
Head of School
Sarah Johnston is the Head of School at Old Trail School. She invites prospective families to visit the campus to learn more about the school's approach to deeper learning experiences and closer relationships with expert teachers.
Curriculum & special classes
Old Trail School offers a varied curriculum from early childhood through eighth grade, emphasizing hands-on and immersive learning experiences. The school integrates sustainability into all aspects of the curriculum and uses methods like 'comprehensible input' in world languages, backed by the latest research.
Financial aid
Old Trail School is committed to affordability and believes the diversity of students’ communities, families, and economic backgrounds enriches the experience for all. They offer Flexible Tuition and a Middle School Founders Scholarship.
Application fee: $65
Before & after school care
Before school
Before and After Care (optional) is mentioned as an additional fee, but no specific times are provided.
After school
Before and After Care (optional) is mentioned as an additional fee, but no specific times are provided.
Cost
Not listed
Extended-care hours and rates change yearly — parents can correct these below.
Admissions
Old Trail School seeks to enroll qualified, imaginative and well-rounded students whose families understand and embrace the school's mission. The application process involves inquiring, scheduling a parent meeting, and submitting an online application. Admission is based upon a child’s preparedness and space availability.
Apply by
Priority Application Deadline: February 6, 2026; Phase 2 Application Deadline: March 10, 2026. Applications submitted after February 6 will be considered on a space-available basis.
Acceptance rate
Not listed
Application fee
$65
What they ask for: School reports, transcripts, teacher evaluation forms, test results, student visits. For Middle School Founders Scholarship: admission assessment (Math, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary), on-campus interview and student visit.
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