Olympia Community School

PO BOX 12436

Olympia, WA 98508

11 Reviews

School District
Grade

K-6
Type

private

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Submitted by parent on January 11, 2025

We enrolled our daughter at OCS the fall of 2023 and we are so happy we did. This unique school is dedicated to enthusiastically educating its students in a small setting with a personal touch. We've been blown away with our daughters accelerated skills in reading, writing, mathematics, and especially in her social and emotional skills and developmemt. OCS meets the child where they are and ensures each students gets attention and support the right way for them at the right time. We've re-enrolled her already and look forward to watching her continue to achieve beyond the norm.
Submitted by parent on April 29, 2024

have sent my kids here starting in Pre-K, or as they call it K1. My kids have really enjoyed having the same teacher multiple years in a row. The classrooms aret 14 kids total for school total of 42 kids. They are grouped as K1 and K2, then 1st and 2nd, followed by 3rd, 4th, 5th. The K1 and K2 teacher does a great job making room for the kids to learn at their own pace and it works well for the younger kids to have some modeling from the older kids in the classroom. For some kids this is their first experience going to school or preschool at all, so having those older kids (Kindergarteners) that where here last year really helps. This system works well all the way through 5th grade as kids alternate from being the younger grade in the classroom to the older grade. My kids have always been sad to move in from their last teacher but also very excited for the next one as they heard such great things from the older kids.The school also offers before and after school programs as well as afternoon programs on half days and a full day programs during most school breaks (winter, spring break etc). This makes it a lot easier for working parents to not have to find another solution for those times.
Submitted by parent on February 22, 2024

We enrolled our daughter at OCS the fall of 2023 and we are so happy we did. This unique school is dedicated to enthusiastically educating its students in a small setting with a personal touch. We've been blown away with our daughters accelerated skills in reading, writing, mathematics, and especially in her social and emotional skills and developmemt. OCS meets the child where they are and ensures each students gets attention and support the right way for them at the right time. We've re-enrolled her already and look forward to watching her continue to achieve beyond the norm.
Submitted by parent on December 02, 2020

Love it! Our daughter has absolutely loved her experience here at OCS. They have a wonderful job adapting to the remote schooling and are preparing to go back when practical and safe at a new location! Awesome job everyone!
Submitted by parent on September 26, 2019

My experience has been fulfilling, very busy, and at times frustrating. Governing a school, volunteering and being PROACTIVELY involved in your students education is not for the faint of heart. But this year my son graduates 5th grade and I couldn't ask for a more compassionate, independent, and globally aware person in my life. His communication is over the top, his ability to feel good in his own skin, and his ability to evaluate a situation and take appropriate action are the best foundations a young person can have as they progress into puberty and middle school. I am forever grateful for the many years we've invested into OCS.
Submitted by parent on September 24, 2019

Education was awesome. Safety, administrative, social/emotional well being of students and bullying are weak points at this school.
Submitted by parent on March 12, 2018

Other private schools have tried to replicate the education model of OCS, but what they lack are the years of experience teaching, supporting, and inspiring young learners to explore their world and trust their learning process. The social/emotional development is by far the most important foundation this school provides, I see it and experience it daily with my 3rd grader. He has the ability to think and problem solve with compassion and fairness and sees himself in more dynamic community roles as his time at OCS progresses. Invest in your child while they are young, and if needed ask about the school's tuition reduction programs, it's how we've been able to attend.
Submitted by parent on November 09, 2015

OCS has the highest quality education in Olympia in my opinion. My girls have both gone here and both are above their peers, not only academically, but in their social/emotional intelligence as well. Small class size and caring teachers. Over the years my family tried Lincoln, ORLA and Waldorf but settled on OCS as the best fit. I love that they are expanding through 5th grade so we can continue through to middle school!
Submitted by parent on July 17, 2015

Best school ever! Our kids are receiving the best education available and love everything about this amazing school.
Submitted by parent on June 14, 2011

The school's motto, "Where the love of learning grows" speaks volumes to me. OCS fosters the natural inquisitiveness every child has by personalizing their education and introducing them to new things in the community. In addition, teachers recognize that students also bring many experiences with them so students are expected to share their knowledge with their peers through workshops and presentations. The education at OCS is what every parent wants for their child!
Submitted by parent on June 13, 2011

Our two kids attend OCS and love it! The teachers are amazing and it is a really nice balance of structured academics, while teaching kids at their own pace and as individuals. We love that they aren't limited by the state testing curriculum. The kids get to help choose their theme and it is carried throughout the curriculum. Very strong reading, math, science, language arts and social studies learning. Wonderful emphasis on non-violent communication, empathy, problem solving, critical thinking, social responsibility and community.