Virginia Chance School is a private school in Louisville, KY (in Glenview) that offers education from preschool to 5th grade. By strategically specializing in childhood, Chance School is thoughtfully designed to nurture not only robust academic skills but also crucial personal qualities such as leadership, teamwork, and resilience.
Our evidence-based Progressive Education curriculum is recognized for its innovative, best-in-class implicit instruction focused on inquiry-based learning.
Virginia Chance School offers rigor in a collaborative environment designed to build self-motivation, a growth mindset, and critical thinking skills with immersive nature-based learning for all students. Inside our bright, busy classrooms and outside on our magical wooded campus, students learn through hands-on discovery and group project work.
It's an ideal place for children to develop a lifelong love of learning and connections- a captivating childhood education awaits.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked KY School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Yearly Tuition: $21,268
- Acceptance rate: 75%
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Virginia Chance School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Year Founded
1958
Campus Size
26 acres
Student Body
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
32%
State avg.: 13%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
85%
Average Class Size
14 students
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Play Clothes Encouraged
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$21,268
Tuition Notes
Preschool ranges from approx $11,850-$15,137 depending on length of day. Elementary tuition is $21,268 per year.
% on Financial Aid
15%
Acceptance Rate
75%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Jamie Paradis
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
ChorusOutdoor Club
Theatre
Arts and Music Programs:
ArtMusic
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Before & After School Care
School Notes
- School Motto: Chance School
- School Mascot: Charger
- The hallmark of a Chance education is how educators thoughtfully and deliberately develop the whole child through the tenets of Progressive Education. The curricular foundation blends the school's philosophy with age-appropriate milestones, Common Core Standards, and guidelines from our accrediting bodies, ISACS, NAEYC, the Gesell Institute, and academic best practices.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Virginia Chance School cost?
Virginia Chance School's tuition is approximately $21,268 for private students and $2,100 for summer students.
What is the acceptance rate of Virginia Chance School?
The acceptance rate of Virginia Chance School is 75%, which is lower than the national average of 85%. Virginia Chance School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Kentucky with low acceptance rates.
What sports does Virginia Chance School offer?
Virginia Chance School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer and Track and Field.
What is Virginia Chance School's ranking?
Virginia Chance School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kentucky for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Highest percentage of students of color.
When is the application deadline for Virginia Chance School?
The application deadline for Virginia Chance School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Calendar
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Date
SCHOOL CLOSED- Independence Day Observation
July 03, 2026 (Friday)
SCHOOL CLOSED - Yearly Maintenance & Preservation
July 20, 2026 (Monday)
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The nearest high school to Virginia Chance School is Pitt Academy (3.2 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. Albert The Great School (3.0 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Temple Trager Early Childhood Education Center (1.7 miles away)
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(502) 267-6187
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(502) 423-0440
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(502) 479-0340
Louisville, KY 40204
(502) 479-0340
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(502) 893-0433
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(502) 429-3727
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(502) 429-3727
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