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King School unlocks the power of wonder and students PreK-12 become agents in their own learning. When students are exploring, questioning, making connections, — and teachers are creating these moments of discovery — students are truly learning. 

From the wide variety of active, immersive learning experiences to intentional efforts to reach each and every child, King students embrace learning in a diverse community where multiple backgrounds and perspectives are celebrated. 

King graduates leave school full of possibility — ready to succeed and better prepared to better the world.

The best way to learn about King School is by visiting us! We offer Coffee and Conversation events, as well as various open house events throughout the admissions season.

You may also choose to fill out an admissions inquiry online to receive an admissions viewbook, newsletters and event invitations.

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King is located in Stamford, CT, right off of Meritt Parkway. King attracts students from 40 towns in the Fairfield County, Connecticut and Westchester County, New York areas.

Our address is 1450 Newfield Ave Stamford, CT 06905.

Admission Entry Points: Our primary entry points are PreK, Kindergarten, Grade 5, Grade 6, Grade 9, and Grade 10. However, spaces in other grades may also be available. We invite families to apply for admission to PreK - Grade 11 and encourage you to call the admission office for information specific to your requested grade level. Learn more about our featured grades

Absolutely! Applications submitted after date will be considered on a rolling basis. We do recommend applying before the deadline to be considered for the upcoming school year. 
Learn more on our Application Timeline page

Tuition for King School ranges from about $45K - $60K per year depending on the program chosen. Learn more about tuition

King seeks to make independent school education affordable for families from a wide range of economic backgrounds. Some of our families pay a small percentage of the full tuition through our Financial Access program, while others can pay the majority of tuition.

Financial assistance is assessed based off of need. Learn more about Financial Access

King students attend some of the top some of the top universities and colleges in the country. This achievement represents years of dedication and hard work on the part of these students, their teachers, and their families. See our college matriculation 

King is a private day school for students as young as 3 years old - Grade 12. Learn more about King School

The King Parents’ Association (PA) is a dynamic organization that plays a vital role in our School community. The organization depends and thrives on the active participation of parent volunteers who sponsor a variety of projects and programs that support the schools mission. Learn more about the Parents' Association

King‘s academic program integrates a global education for all ages. In addition to global education courses, students have the opportunity to participate in language and cultural programs in various countries depending on the school year including China, France, Costa Rica, Martinique, Guadalupe, Colombia, Northern Ireland, and Spain. We also offer opportunities for a semester of study abroad in our partner schools. Learn more about global education

King School Athletics offers a diverse program from physical education to competitive teams, designed as an essential component of the overall educational experience. To achieve athletic excellence demands constant growth and teamwork, and our students are supported by coaches and teammates in an engaging and challenging atmosphere. We also take Viking Pride in our championship teams and our many college athletes! Learn more about Athletics and physical education

King School supports a reasonable, appropriate Dress Code that fosters individuality, neatness, respect, and a sense of community. Specific depend on the age of the students for the daily standards of dress and formal standards of dress. Learn about the dress code by division

We understand that transporting your child to and from King is a priority. Therefore, King is pleased to provide the following options for families in the surrounding areas. Free bus service is offered for Stamford residents and surrounding Westchester county residents. King coordinates a paid service for Greenwich, Larchmont and Rye residents. Learn more about our transportations options

Technology Requirements for Upper School Students

All Upper School students are required to have the following:

• MacBook laptop - The minimum requirement is the base version of the MacBook Air. We leave it up to the family to decide if they want an upgraded device.
• TI-84 graphing calculator

Students are responsible for purchasing and maintaining their own MacBook. With limited exceptions, the school does not provide laptops. Because certain academic departments use specialized software that runs only on macOS, MacBooks are the only supported computers.

Financial Assistance:
Eligible students may apply for financial assistance to help cover the cost of a MacBook. Please contact Nina Newman, Director of Admission and Financial Access, for more information.

• School hours

  • Lower School: 8:00 a.m. - 2:55 p.m.
  • Middle School: 8:00 a.m - 3:20 p.m.
  • Upper School: 8:00 a.m - 3:20 p.m.