Fully accredited independent school in Indianapolis for gifted students preschool-8th grade with special education support
Sycamore School is a fully accredited, independent school in Indianapolis serving gifted students from preschool through grade 8. While the school's primary mission focuses on academically advanced learners, it also supports students with mild learning differences, ADD/ADHD, and other learning needs through dedicated special education programs. This dual-track approach allows students with diverse learning profiles to thrive in a rigorous, enriched academic environment alongside high-achieving peers.
The school maintains small class sizes averaging 20 students, with 58% of faculty holding advanced degrees. Beyond core academics, Sycamore offers a robust array of enrichment opportunities including Advanced Placement preparation, STEM programs (VEX and Lego Robotics), debate, drama, music, and competitive academic clubs like Academic Olympics and Science Bowl. Students also benefit from access to summer programs and a co-educational, diverse student body (47% students of color) that promotes inclusive learning.
Admission is rolling with a 70% acceptance rate. Tuition ranges from $13,000 (half-day preschool) to $23,420 (grades K-8), with 20% of students receiving financial aid averaging $14,228. Families interested in learning whether Sycamore's combination of gifted programming and learning difference support is a fit should contact admissions director Duane Emery at (317) 202-2500 or visit sycamoreschool.org.
| School Type | School with Special Program Emphasis |
| Year Founded | 1985 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $23,420 |
| Tuition Notes | Half-Day Preschool: $13,000 Full-Day Preschool: $19,550 |
| Total Students | 396 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 46 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 58 |
| Average Class Size | 20 |
| Grades Offered | Prekindergarten-8 |
| Admissions Director | Duane Emery |
| Admissions Associate | Kathy Hackwelder |
| Admission Deadline | Feb. 1 / rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 70 |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 20 |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $14,228 |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 47 |
| Sports | Baseball · Basketball · Cross Country · Soccer · Softball · Tennis · Track and Field · Volleyball |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Academic Olympics · Academic Quiz Bowl · Debate · Drama Club (5-8) · Indiana Junior Academic Super Bowl · MathCounts (5-8) · National Junior Spanish Honor Society · Science Bowl · Spell Bowl (3-5) · Spelling Bee (5-8) · VEX and Lego Robotics · Arts and Music Programs: · Band (5-8) · Choir (5-8) |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) · Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) · National Association for the Gifted |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| Summer Program Details | View Summer Program Details |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
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