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Columbia Grammar & Preparatory School is living proof that children can achieve their highest ambitions while keeping their spirits intact. We thrive as one school in the shared belief that a balanced education leads to a powerful life.
Grammar School
Pre-K to Grade 5
The Grammar School meets each child where they are and helps them develop into the most fully realized version of themselves.
Middle School
Grades 6–8
Our Middle School curriculum cultivates a culture of inquiry, resilience and independence, always focused upon developing the whole child and tomorrow’s citizens.
Prep School
Grades 9–12
The Prep School offers students unparalleled opportunities to explore their passions and become accomplished learners and conscientious citizens.
Signature Programs
Uniquely CGPS
At Columbia Grammar & Preparatory School, we pride ourselves on providing an individual experience for our students so that they may pursue as many avenues of interest as possible.
Admission
Welcome to CGPS
CGPS is a family school, dedicated to nurturing, expanding and challenging the interests and passions of all our students.
“As an educator and the parent of four very different children, I have been amazed by how well CGPS has been a wonderful fit for all of them. The teachers are nurturing, the curriculum is engaging and challenging, and there is a wide range of extracurricular activities. From chess and basketball to track, student government and Advanced Science Research, my kids are happy and thriving. We love being part of this warm and special community.”
abby schiffman parent
“My daughters and I bleed 'Lion Blue,' and we love our CGPS family. From the moment I attended a new parent session over six years ago, I knew CGPS was the community of people I wanted to partner with in educating my children. My daughters are both academically challenged.”
MIA POPPE parent
“My experience at CGPS has helped me work on teams, work in different communities and work with a diverse group of people. It has helped me learn more about myself and what I'm interested in, which has helped me with picking majors in college and connecting with people.”
Ella Grinstein '16
“As an alumna, parent and trustee, CGPS has meant so much to me. I feel tremendous pride in returning as an adult to the School that made me who I am today. As a student, I felt supported and encouraged. Finally, as a parent who has the privilege to serve as a trustee, it is a pleasure to watch all three of my children's personal interests, strengths, and passions nurtured and celebrated."
Dana landis birnbaum '97 parent and trustee