This is an excellent school and both my wife and I are delighted at the progress that our daughter has made here in the last year. We moved to Springfield this past summer. Since we value the education that an independent school can provide our move was predicated on whether or not we could find an acceptable
... Read more private school. Although there are some excellent choices available in Springfield, it was difficult to find a school that met both our academic and personal requirements. When we found the Summit, there was no question that this was to be the school. There really is not, as someone else has pointed out, anything like the summit in Springfield. The teachers are excellent and our daughter is encouraged to advance and develop as fast as and as thoroughly as she can. In her previous school the education was excellent but pursuing high grades and honors distinctions were emphasized. Although the Summit offers an excellent, rigorous and advanced curriculum, the philosophy stresses individual development, intellectual curiosity and community. Our daughter can t wait to go to school each day and she is discussing concepts in reading, science and social studies that are way beyond her years and most of all she is truly part of a learning community---just as is advertised! Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/07/09
The Summit has a wonderful, supportive learning environment. Students are encouraged to excel at every level with learning that requiries critical thinking. Class sizes are small ensuring that all students get personal attention througout the day. My daughter has risen to levels that I did not achieve
... Read more until my college years with global thinking and international knowledge. She has excelled in conversational Spanish as well as mathematics. I appreciate the path of independent thinking and self-learning that is encouraged on a daily basis. The Summit has offered Springfield a learning community that is supported by committed parents and vibrant innovative teachers. We could not be more pleased to be a part of such a fine institution. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/24/08
Wonderful atmosphere for learning. Very friendly, educated staff that go above and beyond the call of duty to make sure the children enjoy learning while attaining the knowledge needed to be successful in life.
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Posted by a other on 09/05/08
I love teaching at The Summit! The parents are amazing and so supportive of the school as a whole. They participate in the classroom, in the fundraising, in school events and so much more! I have taught several years and have never had the support elsewhere like I have at The Summit. Parents invest
... Read more in their child's education outside of the classroom; they believe in what we are doing at the school. It is hard to imagine teaching anywhere else after being here! Read less
Posted by a teacher on 08/27/08
This school is the only one of its kind in the Springfield area. It is staffed by highly qualified teachers and directors. The staff truly invests their time and lives into the development of the children. The students benefit in many ways from small class sizes: they develop close friendships with
... Read more their classmates, they receive individual instruction/guidance from their teacher and they feel a part of a bigger community. This builds their self-esteem and propels them to greater heights. My children have benefited from daily Spanish, tri-weekly music, tri-weekly physical education and weekly art. The school embraces parent involvement through the parent organization, the book fairs, fundraising events, and home learning. Parents are more than willing to support the school and their children. The kids express their love for the school when they don't want to leave at the end of the day or for the summer. They love it! Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/16/06
For such a young school, it is a well-developed school, based on a strong mission of helping students succeed. I enjoy having my son surrounded by students who are eager to learn and families who care so deeply about the educational experiences of their children. What a happy place to learn! The teachers
... Read more are very child-centered and take each child's strengths and help them soar. I was amazed at amount of learning packed into one school year. Daily Spanish has made my son such a fluent speaker of Spanish, already. He easily converses with other Spanish speakers with impressive vocabulary and natural dialogue. This is a gem of a school for the Ozarks to enjoy! Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/29/06
We are truly grateful for The Summit. After enrolling at The Summit, our children developed a desire to learn. The students are inspired to enjoy learning. The teachers are well educated, kind, sincere, and dedicated to their students. We appreciate the staff for guiding our children as they grow
... Read more academically by giving them the encouragement and confidence they need. The small class sizes allow for a perfect school day. They enjoy learning and create life long friendships. Thank You Summit! Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/27/06
Summit is a wonderful place for children to grow academically. Our girls love spending their school day at The Summit. The academics are top rate, challenging each student to reach their potential. The addition of the Spanish for the young children has enhanced the already strong academic aspect of the
... Read more curriculum. The teachers are a joy and love what they do. The strong staff dedication encourages volunteerism adding to the family atmosphere so evident at Summit. The school is amazing! Read less
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visual and performing arts, special talents in visual art, music, dance, drama, or other related studies;
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Adult Education Classes
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English as Second Language
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