Independent private school in Gladstone serving ages 18 months through 8th grade with ADD/ADHD support and small classes
Oakhill Day School is a non-parochial independent private school in Gladstone, Missouri, serving students from 18 months through 8th grade for over 75 years. The school offers ADD/ADHD support services, making it a resource for families managing attention and learning differences. With an average class size of just 13 students and a faculty committed to making each child feel valued and known, Oakhill provides an individualized learning environment where students can develop confidence and academic skills.
The school emphasizes a supportive community approach to education, with experienced teaching and administrative staff trained to work with diverse learners. Students benefit from a range of enrichment opportunities including arts programs, clubs, intramural athletics, and advanced coursework. The casual dress code and welcoming admissions process (85% acceptance rate, rolling deadline) reflect an inclusive approach to enrollment.
Tuition ranges from $4,090 to $17,271 depending on grade division and enrollment days, with 20% of families receiving financial aid averaging $3,806. The school is accredited by NAIS and ISACS. Contact Admissions Director Dorothy Beckham at (816) 436-6228 or visit oakhilldayschool.org for enrollment information and to learn more about accommodations and support services available.
At a Glance
GradesPrekindergarten-8
Students429
Class Size13:1 ratio
Tuition$20,000
Fin. Aid20% receive aid
Est.1947
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS)
School Information
| Year Founded | 1947 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $20,000 |
| Tuition Notes | Tuition ranges from $4,090 to $17,271 depending on the division and number of days enrolled. |
| Total Students | 429 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 27 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 2 |
| Average Class Size | 13 |
| Grades Offered | Prekindergarten-8 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Dorothy Beckham |
| Admissions Associate | Leah Hyatt |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 85 |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 20 |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $3,806 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 14 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
ADD/ADHD Support
Advanced Courses
Calculus ABEnglish Language & CompositionEnglish Literature & CompositionEnvironmental ScienceFrench Language & CultureHuman GeographyPsychologySpanish Language & CultureU.S. Government & PoliticsU.S. HistoryWorld History: Modern
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Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Basketball · Cross Country · Track and Field · Volleyball |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Broadcasting · Chess · National Junior Honor Society · Quiz Bowl · Yearbook · Arts and Music Programs: · Choir · Drama Production · Recreational Athletic Programs: · Intramural Sports for Early Childhood · Intramural Sports for Lower School |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) · Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| School Calendar | www.oakhilldayschool.org/student-life/news-and-events/school-calendar |
| Summer Program Details | View Summer Program Details |
| Summer Program Cost | $245 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
Contact the school
(816) 436-62287019 North Cherry Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64118
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