Lexington, KY · K–11
Last verified August 20, 2026
1050 Ln Allen Rd, 40504 · (859) 278-0501
Enrollment
508
Student:teacher
8:1
Published tuition
$5,101–$41,906
Application fee
$75
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Tuition by division
| Division | Grades | Annual tuition | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-2027 | ACORNS Programs for children, age 2 Half Day T, TH | $5,101 | Acorns are not eligible for extended day |
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-2027 | ACORNS Programs for children, age 2 Half Day M, W, F | $7,651 | Acorns are not eligible for extended day |
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-2027 | ACORNS Programs for children, age 2 Full Day T, TH | $8,502 | Acorns are not eligible for extended day |
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-2027 | ACORNS Programs for children, age 2 Half Day Monday-Friday | $12,752 | Acorns are not eligible for extended day |
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-2027 | ACORNS Programs for children, age 2 Full Day M, W, F | $12,752 | Acorns are not eligible for extended day |
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-2027 | ACORNS Programs for children, age 2 Full Day | Half Day M, W, F | Half Day T, TH | $16,153 | Acorns are not eligible for extended day |
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-2027 | ACORNS Programs for children, age 2 Full Day | Half Day M, W, F | Full Day T, TH | $17,853 | Acorns are not eligible for extended day |
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-2027 | ACORNS Programs for children, age 2 Full Day Monday-Friday | $21,254 | Acorns are not eligible for extended day |
Head of school
Una MacCarthy
Head of School
A life-long educator, Una has been in independent school leadership for twenty-five years. Since 1996, Una has been involved in all aspects of The Lexington School’s leadership, previously serving as Middle School Head and Assistant Head of School.
Curriculum & special classes
The school offers a private, independent education from Preschool through 8th grade. It includes programs for Acorns (age 2), Kinderklasse (age 3), Prekindergarten & Montessori II (age 4), Kindergarten & Montessori III (age 5), and Grades 1-8.
Financial aid
The Lexington School offers need-based financial aid to students in full-day programs from PreKindergarten through Grade 8. Financial aid is not offered for Acorns and is very limited for KinderKlasse.
Application fee: $75
Before & after school care
Before school
Not listed
After school
Extended Day information is available on the TLS website, as noted under 'Additional Fees'.
Cost
Not listed
Extended-care hours and rates change yearly — parents can correct these below.
Admissions
The Lexington School offers admission for Preschool (age 2) through 8th grade. The process involves submitting an inquiry form, applying, and attending admission screenings.
Apply by
January 1st for First Round Application; January 15th for Financial Aid for New Families and required forms for Preschool and First Grade applicants.
Acceptance rate
Not listed
Application fee
$75
What they ask for: Application, required forms for Preschool and First Grade applicants, admission screenings (Preschool and First Grade have specific dates, grades 2-8 are scheduled individually), $75 application fee.
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