PreK-8, Experiential Education. Founded in 1963, The College School is thriving and leading Independent School in the St. Louis area.
We believe in an experiential education, where children are connected to authentic lessons. Children learn to become leaders, collaborators, stewards, risk-takers, and critical thinkers. With a focus on academic excellence, we also believe that some of the most valuable lessons can be found in an arduous, yet safe, outdoor adventure education curriculum.
06/23/2026
Last week, Colin Walsh designed and painted this incredible mural with our campers. A celebration of curiosity, community, and courageous exploration. Thank you for showing our campers what collaboration and artistry look like.
06/10/2026
Summer is pure magic at The College School! ☀️🌊
We kicked off our Summer Camps season with sunshine, sandy toes, and a full week of beach-themed adventures. From pool days and water games to creek exploration and playtime on our very own beach at LaBarque, campers are diving into summer the best way we know how — outside and together!
05/27/2026
Last week, we celebrated The College School Class of 2026! It was a wonderful evening filled with family, friends, joy, memories, and reflection. Congratulations to everyone, and we can't wait to see what's next for your next big adventure!
This year’s Early Childhood learning at The College School was all about families, fossils, and fun!
Our youngest learners followed their curiosities in beautiful and unexpected directions: Big Bend explored the meaning of family and belonging, Newport students became fossil experts and created their very own fossil museum, and Kindergarteners discovered the joy of games and collaboration by building a Little Free Game Library for the TCS community.
These child-led, Reggio-inspired projects reminded us that when children are trusted to follow their interests, incredible learning happens. Through research, storytelling, design, play, and exploration, students became scientists, architects, artists, collaborators, problem-solvers, and community builders.
If we could bottle up that spring trip feeling, we’d do it in a heartbeat.
But that’s the beautiful thing about The College School, there’s always another adventure to look forward to. From the wilds of the Ozarks to the streets of Chicago and myriad places in between, our students returned with memories, connections, and lessons that will last a lifetime.
And for our soon-to-be graduates, the greatest adventures still lie ahead.
05/15/2026
2026 Graduate Spotlight: Brynja
Three words you would use to describe TCS: Growth in discomfort
What’s your favorite TCS memory? My favorite TCS memory is making Darrett learn to do The Worm.
What’s your next big adventure? My next adventure is traveling to Europe this summer with my family before attending MICDS this fall, where I hope to study abroad.
Brynja, congratulations and best of luck!
05/15/2026
2026 Graduate Spotlight: William
Three words you would use to describe TCS: Funny, Reflective, Inspirational
What’s your favorite TCS memory? My favorite TCS memory is getting thrown out of a raft with Isaac, Max, and Andrew!
What’s your next big adventure? Does Stoats Floats count? Stoats Floats this summer!
Congratulations, William, and best of luck!
05/13/2026
2026 Graduate Spotlight: Addi
Three words you would use to describe TCS: Transcendence, Solidarity, Ardor
What’s your favorite TCS memory? My favorite TCS memory is making our way through the Field Eco journey in North Carolina when our entire class broke out singing together on the bus. It was a very beautiful moment, and for those ten minutes, time was still; it was just my 15 friends and me.
What’s your next big adventure? My next adventure is moving through high school with a positive attitude and a growth mindset while making lifelong friendships.
Congratulations, Addi, and best of luck!
05/13/2026
2026 Graduate Spotlight: Lily
Three words you would use to describe TCS: Free, Exciting, Unique
What’s your favorite TCS memory? My favorite TCS memory is when my class and I went to Chicago. The day we explored the city and went on the boat tour was my favorite day of the trip!
What’s your next big adventure? I’m excited to travel this summer and then attend high school in the fall.
Lily, congratulations and best of luck!
05/13/2026
2026 Graduate Spotlight: Ren
Three words you would use to describe TCS: Nature, Work, Relationships
What’s your favorite TCS memory? My favorite TCS memory is during Field Eco when some friends pretended to be sassy girls with leaves in their hair.
What’s your next big adventure? My next big adventure is growing mentally and physically.
Congratulations, Ren, and best of luck!