Agnon School
Located on Cleveland’s east side, Agnon is an independent, coeducational Jewish day school that offers a comprehensive integrated curriculum — blending outstanding general academics with solid Jewish values to create a strong intellectual and ethical base. In addition, Agnon not only meets the Ohio state education standards for all core curricular subjects, it exceeds them. Small classes, individualized instruction, award-winning teachers, a state-of-the-art computer lab, Smart Boards and competitive sports teams are featured. Open to the entire Jewish community, Agnon brings students (18 months – 8th grade) of all backgrounds and levels of observance together in a caring environment. Students start with a warm welcome and graduate well prepared for the best high schools, universities and beyond. Founded in 1969, Agnon enrolls more than 330 students from 27 different communities. The school is named after S. Y. Agnon – the first Israeli to win the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1966. Name: Laura Simon
Title: Director of Admissions
26500 Shaker Blvd.
Beachwood, OH 44122
Telephone: (216) 464-4055
Fax: (216) 464-3229
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Grades: Pre K- 8 Coeducational
Enrollment: 256
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Andrews Osborne Academy
Andrews Osborne Academy (AOA) is a college preparatory coeducational day and boarding school serving students from Preschool to grade 12. AOA offers students an opportunity to learn and grow in a truly global community. Students are educated about the world through our innovative Global Studies Curriculum while the boarding component in the middle and upper school allows AOA students the opportunity to live and learn with classmates from across the country and around the globe. In addition, AOA students benefit from the exceptional Fine and Performing Arts opportunities, a world-class Equestrian Center, and a variety of interscholastic athletic programs. Name: Rachelle Sundberg
Title: Dir. of Admission
38588 Mentor Avenue
Willoughby, OH 44094
Telephone: (440) 942-3606
Fax: (440) 954-5020
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Grades: PK-12 Coed Day ; 9-12 Boarding
Enrollment: 374
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Birchwood School
The academic program at Birchwood School is based upon our belief in historical principles of child development. Drawing from the tenets of a classical, liberal education and Judaeo-Christian ethics, we believe a strong, positive child becomes a happy, productive and responsible adult. We use challenging academics to teach children to set goals, work hard, exercise self-control and be productive. Furthermore, we create an environment that teaches children to be conscious of their social responsibility to family, friends and society. With this view, a quality education becomes a tool to foster, develop and establish a child who is highly educated, enjoys challenge, and who is industrious and socially responsible. Name: Charles Debelak
Title: Director
4400 W 140th Street
Cleveland, OH 44135
Telephone: (216) 251-2321
Fax: (216) 251-2787
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Grades: K-8
Enrollment: 152
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Canton Country Day School
Founded in 1964, Canton Country Day School provides proven excellence in a nurturing environment for boys and girls in preschool (age 3) through grade eight. CCDS is a nationally recognized school of excellence, chartered by the State of Ohio and accredited by the Independent School Association of the Central States. Academic studies include English, math, science and technology, social studies, French, Spanish, art, music, physical education, and creative movement. CCDS students participate in seasonal athletics, service learning, and are recognized at the local, regional, state and national levels for their achievements in chess, robotics, geography, French, math, writing, science, and history. Name: R. Paul Monks
Title: Director of Admission
3000 Demington Avenue, NW
Canton , OH 44718
Telephone: (330) 453-8279
Fax: (330) 453-6038
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Grades: Pre School (age 3) – grade 8
Enrollment: 143
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Central Montessori Academy
As members of a community of children, parents and teachers, rooted in the Montessori philosophy, our students will develop into self-motivated, self-disciplined, active, independent learners possessing positive values to last a lifetime. Name: Cheri Hauer
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1904 Springdale Road
Cincinnati, OH 45231
Telephone: (513) 742-5800
Fax: (513) 742-5870
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Enrollment: 69
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Cincinnati Country Day School
The Cincinnati Country Day School is an independent, co-educational school located in suburban Cincinnati, Ohio. Founded in 1926 and located on a 69-acre campus, the school has an enrollment of 875 students from early childhood through grade 12. One hundred percent of our graduates enter a four-year college. During the past 4 years, CCDS has sent its 264 graduates to 115 different 4-year institutions. CCDS is chartered by the Ohio Department of Education and accredited by the Independent Schools Association of Central States. The school also pioneered the Nation’s First Laptop Program in partnership with Microsoft and Toshiba and technology has been a vital part of CCDS since the early 1960’s. Technology is integrated with a traditional college preparatory curriculum and all students and faculty in grades 5-12 have a laptop. The school is mission driven and at the heart of this mission are the core values that are practiced: respect, responsibility, integrity, compassion and courage. Name: Aaron B. Kellenberger
Title: Director of Admission
6905 Given Road
Cincinnati, OH 45243
Telephone: (513) 979-0221
Fax: (513) 527-7614
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Grades: PreK-12 Coeducational
Enrollment: 842
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Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy
Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy is a Christ-centered, non-denominational, college-preparatory academy that exists to prepare students intellectually and spiritually for success in higher education and to impact and influence the world according to their unique gifts and talents. The PK-12 North Campus is located on 23 acres in suburban Northeast Cincinnati, while the PK-8 Armleder Campus serves downtown Cincinnati. Our 1,500 students have access to state-of-the-art technology and outstanding athletic, fine arts, community service and academic offerings; additionally, high school students complete mission trips and participate in the annual two-week Intersession experiential learning term. Our students graduate with the critical thinking skills, intellectual curiosity and Christian worldviews that prepare them to be leaders in college and beyond. Name: Wendy Easterday
Title: Admission Director
11525 Snider Road
Cincinnati, OH 45249-1218
Telephone: (513) 247-0900
Fax: (513) 247-0950
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Grades: Grades: K-12 Coeducational
Enrollment: 1455
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Columbus Academy, The
Committed to its motto of “In Quest of the Best,” The Columbus Academy is an academically rigorous, college preparatory school which seeks also to foster student compassion, tolerance, and moral courage. Serving 900 boys and girls in grades PK-12, the school offers a comprehensive program in academics, athletics, the arts, and other co-curricular offerings. Learning takes place in impressive facilities on our 230-acre campus 15 minutes from downtown Columbus. Name: John Wuorinen
Title: Director of Admissions
4300 Cherry Bottom Road
Gahanna, OH 43230-0745
Telephone: (614) 475-2311
Fax: (614) 475-0396
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Grades: K-12 Coeducational
Enrollment: 1084
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Columbus Jewish Day School, The
Columbus Jewish Day School provides an innovative K-6 education that fosters character, confidence, and critical thinking in a diverse Jewish setting. We offer an academically challenging, dual-language program that integrates general and Judaic studies. Our student-centered educational approach and two-teacher classroom model allow for the individual attention that ensures a successful learning experience for every child. CJDS students develop a sense of wonder, a spirit of inquisitiveness, and a passion for building a better world. Name: Judy Miller
Title: Head of School
150 E. Dublin-Granville Road
New Albany, OH 43054
Telephone: (614) 939-5311
Fax: (614) 939-5312
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Grades: K-6 Coeducational
Enrollment: 100
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Columbus School for Girls
This college preparatory day school serving 650 diverse students from age 3 to Grade 12 is committed to the value of a liberal arts education for girls and young women and to an academically excellent program that encourages each student to develop to her fullest capacity. State-of-the-art science and math labs, a fine and performing arts wing, two libraries and multiple technology suites support the program. An intensive varsity and intramural athletics program makes use of the 55-acre athletic facility. (NCGS, NAIS, OAIS) Name: Jodie Moriarity
Title: Director of Admissions and Financial Aid
56 S. Columbia Avenue
Columbus, OH 43209
Telephone: (614) 252-0781
Fax: (614) 252-0671
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Grades: Pre K-12 Girls
Enrollment: 560
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Columbus Torah Academy
The mission of the Columbus Torah Academy is to develop our students into educated, contributing, active, aware members of contemporary American and Jewish societies. Name: Rabbi Samuel Levine
Title: Head of School
181 Noe Bixby Road
Columbus, OH 43213
Telephone: (614) 864-0299
Fax: (614) 864-2199
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Grades: K – 12
Enrollment: 240
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Gilmour Academy
Gilmour Academy is the only Catholic coeducational independent boarding school in Ohio. Through a challenging academic program, which includes 90-minute classes, Socratic Seminars, and a rigorous core curriculum, Gilmour emphasizes the intellectual, spiritual, moral, social, and physical growth of each student. The college preparatory program is accented by the collegiate atmosphere of Gilmour’s 145-acre campus, 11 academic buildings, exceptional athletic facilities including a fitness center and 2 NHL regulation size ice arenas, and a family-like dormitory for students in grades 7-12. (ESL, 5-Day, NAIS) Name: Beth Lazzaro
Title: Director of Admissions
34001 Cedar Road
Gates Mills, OH 44040-9732
Telephone: (440) 472-8000
Fax: (440) 473-8010
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Grades: Pre K-12 Day; 7-12
Enrollment: 672
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Grand River Academy
Founded in 1831, The Grand River Academy is one of the few nonmilitary, nonsectarian boys’ boarding schools offering a proven program for success. Through small classes, daily help sessions, supervised evening study, and afternoon sports and activities, students gain self-discipline and interests in academics which might have been previously absent. The curriculum is college preparatory. In selecting students for admission, the academy is not concerned primarily with past academic performance; more important is the student’s ability to perform successfully in The Grand River Academy program. (ESL,PG,5-Day Boarding,ADD/ADHD, NAIS, SSATB) Name: Glenn Singer
Title: Director of Admission
3042 College Street
Austinburg, OH 44010
Telephone: (440) 275-2811
Fax: (440) 275-1825
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Grades: Grades 9-12 and PG
Enrollment: 87 Boys
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Hathaway Brown School
Founded in 1876, Hathaway Brown is Ohio’s oldest college preparatory day school for girls, kindergarten through grade 12, with a coeducational Early Childhood program. Hathaway Brown’s steadfast commitment to excellence in the education of girls includes and transcends superb preparation for college. Our motto (Non Scholae Sed Vitae Discimus, “We learn not for school but for life”) reflects our mission: preparing young women for productive lives of high achievement, leadership, and service. Name: Sarah Johnston
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19600 North Park Blvd.
Shaker Heights, OH 44122
Telephone: (216) 932-4214
Fax: (216) 371-1501
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Grades: K-12 Girls; Coed Early Childhood
Enrollment: 843
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Hawken School
Founded in 1915 by James A. Hawken with the motto, “That the better self shall prevail, and each generation introduce its successor to a higher plane of life,” Hawken offers an environment which is coeducational, pluralistic and nonsectarian. The school enjoys a diverse student body by enrolling young people with talent, drive and ability from a variety of cultural and ethnic backgrounds. Hawken School provides early childhood, elementary, middle and secondary education to approximately 950 day students on two campuses. The Lower and Middle Schools, preschool through grade 8, occupy 35 acres on Clubside Road in Lyndhurst, Ohio. The Upper School, grades 9 through 12, is situated on a 325-acre wooded expanse on County Line Road in Gates Mills, Ohio. ( ISACS, NAIS) Name: Heather Daly
Title: Director of Admission & Financial Aid
P. O. Box 8002
Gates Mills, OH 44040
Telephone: (440) 423-4446
Fax: (440) 423-2975
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Grades: Pre K-12 Coeducational
Enrollment: 985
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Hershey Montessori School
Hershey Montessori offers an integrated, highly individualized, academically challenging program designed to meet the developmental needs of children from birth through age 15. Name: Paula Leigh-Doyle
Title: Head of School
10229 Prouty Road
Concord Township, OH 44077
Telephone: (440) 357-0918
Fax: (440) 357-9096
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Grades: Pre K – 15 yrs old
Enrollment: 247
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Hudson Montessori School
The Hudson Montessori School campus is nestled on seven wooded acres in the historical Western Reserve Region. Our campus includes a 30,000 square food main building with a state-of-the-art library, music and art studio, gym and large classroom spaces. The Middle School is housed in a dedicated building on the north side of the campus. Hudson Montessori School is a nonprofit, independent school (ages 2½-14), chartered by the State of Ohio. Founded by a group of parents in 1962, it is operated by a Board of Trustees. It was the thirteenth Montessori School established in the United States. The school is accredited by the Independent Schools Association of the Central States and the Ohio Association of Independent Schools. A visit to our school tells the story best. Please contact the Admissions Office to schedule a tour. Open House Sunday, February 8th Noon-2 Name: Michelle Lazor
Title: Director of Admissions
7545 Darrow Road
Hudson, OH 44236
Telephone: (330) 342-9334
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Grades: Pre K – 8th grade
Enrollment: 222
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Lake Ridge Academy
Lake Ridge Academy is Cleveland’s only west side K-12 co-ed independent day school. From Kindergarten through 12th grade, there is a true family feeling at LRA. Our students grow up in an environment that instills values and ethics. Our extraordinary faculty believes in stretching and growing intellect and promoting solo flights of discovery as well as group dynamics. At Lake Ridge Academy everyone is valued and appreciated. (NAIS, ISACS, OAIS, CCIS) Name: Edie Sweeterman and Sarah Moore
Title: Co- Directors of Admission
37501 Center Ridge Road
North Ridgeville, OH 44039
Telephone: (440) 327-1175
Fax: (440) 353-0324
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Grades: K-12 Coeducational
Enrollment: 359
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Laurel School
Founded in 1896, Laurel School in Shaker Heights is a nationally recognized, independent day school for girls, K-12, with a coeducational early childhood program. Small classes, a distinguished faculty, a rigorous curriculum and a wealth of leadership opportunities challenge each girl to reach her potential. A second, 140-acre campus in Geauga County, will feature extensive athletic facilities and offers an undeveloped woodland resource for unlimited and unique opportunities in outdoor education and leadership programs. Name: Kathryn Purcell
Title: Director of Admission
1 Lyman Circle
Shaker Heights, OH 44122
Telephone: (216) 464-1441
Fax: (216) 464-8995
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Grades: K-12 Girls; Early Childhood – Coed
Enrollment: 661
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Lawrence School
Lawrence School is Northeast Ohio’s leader in educating students with language-based learning differences and attention deficit disorders. With two campuses serving the greater Cleveland and Akron areas, Lawrence is a state-chartered, independent, co-educational day school serving students from over 75 communities. Students at Lawrence benefit from small, highly-structured classes and a low student-to-teacher ratio, as well as specially trained teachers who support the individual learner. Assistive technology is available for students with language processing difficulties, and every student in grades 7-12 is provided with a laptop or computer to enhance learning in the classroom. A wide variety of extracurricular activities are offered, including visual and performing arts, interscholastic athletics, and various clubs. The mission of Lawrence School is to teach students who have distinct learning styles, ignite their potential, and inspire academic and social success. Upper School location, 10036 Olde Eight Rd.,Sagamore Hills, OH 44067 Name: Douglas W. Hamilton
Title: Dean of Admission
1551 East Wallings Road
Broadview Heights, OH 44147
Telephone: (440) 526-0717
Fax: (440) 526-0595
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Grades: 1-12 Coeducational
Enrollment: 298
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Linden Grove School
Linden Grove’s mission is to serve K-8 grade children, who benefit from a unique learning environment which integrates academics, social skills, and therapies, working in partnership with families, to help the whole child achieve his or her greatest potential. Name: Linda Hart
Title: Principal
4122 Myrtle Ave.
Cincinnati, OH 45236
Telephone: (513) 984-2215
Fax: (513) 984-2272
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Grades: K-8
Enrollment: 57
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Lippman School, The
The Lippman School is a small K-8 private school located in Akron, Ohio. We provide small class sizes and a quality education for our students. A former Jewish Day School, we have recently established a program of studies in which students choose from one of two options: Hebrew/Judaics or Spanish/World Cultures. Assessment of student learning is interwoven with teaching and occurs through teacher observations, student exhibitions, portfolios, and self-evaluation. Our forty-acre campus is adjacent to the Shaw Jewish Community Center of Akron. Name: Sam Chestnut
Title: Head of School
750 White Pond Road
Akron, OH 44320
Telephone: (330) 836-0419
Fax: (330) 869-2514
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Grades: K – 8 Coeducational
Enrollment: 74
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Mansion Day School
Mansion Day School is a distinctively progressive, independent, and coeducational Preschool through 5th grade preparatory day school that offers an intellectually rigorous curriculum within a supportive, nurturing environment that embraces diversity and has at its foundationthe notion of safety, equity, high expectations, and respect for all. The collective energy of our highly qualified faculty educates students who develop the skills necessary to compete at the highest academic levels in contemporary education. At Mansion, we focus on all dimensions of a child’s development: intellectual, social, emotional, physical, and ethical. Our school also embraces traditional values that produce socially conscious students who possess academic excellence, strong integrity, character, and leadership skills. Name: Dee James
Title: Head of School
72 Woodland Ave.
Columbus, OH 43203
Telephone: (614) 258-4449
Fax: (614) 258-7001
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Grades: Pre K-5
Enrollment: 100
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Marburn Academy
Marburn Academy is privileged to have provided over twenty-seven years of educational leadership to Central Ohio families with “teaching that works” for bright students with learning differences such as dyslexia and ADHD. Marburn Academy is the only research-based, leading edge school in Central Ohio to offer a full curriculum plus a college-preparatory high school. In addition, Marburn is one of eleven schools in the United States accredited by the Academy of Orton-Gillingham Practitioners and Educators (AGOPE), the leading authority on quality reading, language, and spelling instruction. Marburn offers inquiry-based teaching; experiential, outdoor-leadership opportunities; organization and self-awareness classes; organized sports programs; studio arts, theater and music; and cutting-edge technology instruction. Name: Scott Burton
Title: Director of Admission
1860 Walden Drive
Columbus, OH 43229
Telephone: (614) 433-0822
Fax: (614) 433-0812
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Grades: 1-12 Coeducational
Enrollment: 150
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Maumee Valley Country Day
Maumee Valley Country Day School is the only Preschool – 12th grade accredited, co-educational, non-sectarian, independent school in Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan. Our mission is to enable students to become enlightened, compassionate and contributing citizens of our global community, while preparing graduates for their best opportunities in higher education. Name: Phil Dunbridge
Title: Director of Admissions
1715 South Reynolds Road
Toledo, OH 43614
Telephone: (419) 381-1313
Fax: (419) 381-1314
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Grades: Pre-K – 12 Coeducational Day and Boarding School
Enrollment: 513
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