Louisville, KY · K–8
Last verified August 20, 2026
4200 Lime Kiln Ln, 40222 · (502) 425-6904
Enrollment
125
Student:teacher
18:1
Published tuition
$12,265–$22,012
Application fee
$117
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Tuition by division
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Head of school
Dr. Betsy Fitch
Head of School
Dr. Betsy Fitch has 24 years of experience in education, serving as a Kindergarten through 8th-grade classroom teacher, founding teacher for two start-up schools, and a principal. She earned a doctorate in education leadership, focusing on Progressive Education from San Jose State University.
Curriculum & special classes
Virginia Chance School offers a rigorous, inquiry-based program through Progressive Education, cultivating curiosity, academic excellence, leadership, teamwork, and resilience. The curriculum blends the school’s philosophy with age-appropriate milestones, Common Core Standards, and guidelines from accrediting bodies like ISACS and NAEYC.
Financial aid
Tuition and financial aid options are designed with family needs in mind, making a top-tier education accessible and affordable. Families who do not pay the total annual charges by June 1 must take part in the Tuition Refund Plan.
Application fee: $117
Before & after school care
Before school
Morning care (Chums) from 7:30am - 8:30am.
After school
Afternoon care (Chums) from 3:00pm - 5:30pm.
Cost
Morning Chums: $15/day. Afternoon Chums: $40/day. Drop-ins available; late requests incur an additional $10 fee (after 8:00 PM for morning, after 12:00 PM for afternoon).
Extended-care hours and rates change yearly — parents can correct these below.
Admissions
The admissions process at Virginia Chance School is personal and designed to determine if the school's progressive approach is a good fit for the child and family. It involves an inquiry form, optional campus visits, application submission, and further steps like observations or shadow days.
Apply by
December 11 for first-round consideration for Early Childhood and Elementary. Applications received after the deadline may be considered if space is available. First-round admission decisions are shared on February 5.
Acceptance rate
Not listed
Application fee
$117
What they ask for: New Student Inquiry Form, Application for Admission with a $117 fee, school progress reports/report cards (if available), Teacher Recommendation Form (Kindergarten-5th Grade), school/professional evaluations (including standardized test results when applicable).
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