Academics

“A child who reads poorly, spells badly, writes slowly and awkwardly, has little freedom. He is without tools — or his tools are so dull that production and creation are discouraged. Freedom is gained as we acquire ability and skill.” — Walter Clark, NCS Founder

Of the many things we are to children, we are first an academic school. Our traditional core curriculum, enriched by hands-on projects and activities, focuses on the acquisition of solid academic skills. Small classes allow for attention and instruction that challenge each child according to his or her ability. We have high expectations for students.

The arts is an area of exceptional strength, reflecting our longstanding belief in the importance for children of personal expression. We also offer an ESL program for international students, robust library and computer resources, and a Learning Lab for academic support.