The future is not some place we are going to but one we are creating. The paths are not to be found, but made, and the activity of making them changes both the maker and the destination. - John Schaar
The School
Thanks for your interest in Bixby!
Here are some quick facts about us:
The School
- Independent, nonprofit; established in 1970
- Serves preschool through the 5th grade
- Extended hours (7:15 a.m. - 5:45 p.m.) to help families with before/after-school care needs
- Small class sizes to address the individual needs of all students
- Strong academic program with unusual depth in language arts, mathematics, science, history, and the arts
- Student population: 125 elementary children and 38 preschoolers
Facilities
Bixby School sits on three shady acres with views of the Flatirons from the playground. Rocks, wooden structures, a ropes course, and unique landscaping create a sense of adventure and inviting play areas.
Indoor facilities encourage small groups of children to engage with a variety of academic, artistic, and exploratory activities using compelling materials. It is common to see children moving independently between carefully arranged areas.
- 14,000 square foot building on 3 shady acres
- Large indoor pool
- Gym
- Giant sandboxes
- Tire swings/play structures
- Large, grassy sports field
- Complete kitchen serving nutritious lunches and snacks
- Large windows and natural light
- Reading lofts
- Child-sized spaces
