Rohan Woods School

What Rohan Woods School does

Rohan Woods School is an independent private elementary school headquartered at 1515 Bennett Avenue in St. Louis, Missouri, founded in 1937 and operating continuously for 87 years. It serves children ages 2 through sixth grade from across the St. Louis metropolitan area, drawing students from 24 zip codes covering Ladue, Creve Coeur, Kirkwood, Webster Groves, Olivette, Chesterfield, St. Charles, Des Peres, and surrounding communities. The school is led by Head of School Sam Page, with Maura Comesana as Director of Enrollment Management and Brooke Bennett as Director of Advancement.

The school's core instructional platform is the Project Approach, a student-driven, inquiry-based methodology in which children investigate real-world topics by posing questions, conducting authentic research, and presenting findings; Rohan Woods was the first PROJECT Approach School in Missouri, adopting this framework in 2015. Curriculum is structured across Early Childhood (ages 2-4), Kindergarten through Second Grade, Third and Fourth Grade, and Middle School (Fifth and Sixth Grade), supplemented by specialty classes in Art, Spanish, Science, Music/Theatre, and Physical Education. The school maintains an 8:1 student-to-teacher ratio with a 15-student maximum class size, and reports that 98% of graduates receive admissions offers from first-choice secondary schools while 95% of graduates since 2007 choose independent schools.

The business model relies primarily on recurring annual tuition from Early Childhood through Sixth Grade enrollment, supplemented by seasonal Summer Preschool programming (ages 2-5) and Winter Break Camp, plus donations and Annual Giving Fund contributions. Tuition pricing is not publicly disclosed; 33% of students receive need-based tuition reduction, with IMPACT Scholarships and an Emerging Leader Scholarship providing additional access paths. Go-to-market is a sales-led direct-enrollment motion featuring school tours, open houses, parent-ambassador referral channels, and personal consultations with the Director of Enrollment, supported by content marketing through the school's website and blog. Distribution is single-country/domestic, with marketing concentrated on community events (Safari Trivia Night, Garden Party, Pickleball Tournament, Star Night) and email outreach.

Name

Rohan Woods School

Legal name

Rohan Woods School

Website

https://rohanwoods.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1937

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Rohan Woods School is an independent elementary school in St. Louis, Missouri, founded in 1937, serving children ages 2 through sixth grade via the Project Approach inquiry-based curriculum with an 8:1 student-to-teacher ratio.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Independent Elementary Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Educational Services (611)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Child Day Care Services (8351)

akta.pro primary industry

Nonsectarian Independent Day Schools (EDAJABAA)

Keywords

• Independent elementary education
• Project-based learning
• Early childhood education
• Private primary school
• Primary school tuition

Headquarters

HQ city

Saint Louis

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition: Primary revenue from tuition for Early Childhood through 6th grade programs. Includes before care (7:15am-7:45am included) and after care (3pm-5:30pm at hourly rate).
2. Summer Programs: Summer Preschool Program for ages 2-5 and Winter Break Camp for EC through 1st grade.
3. Donations and Annual Giving: Annual Giving Fund and Garden Party events for fundraising support.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Rohan Woods School delivers tuition-based independent elementary education for children ages 2 through 6th grade at a single campus in St. Louis, Missouri. Its core offering centers on the Project Approach—an inquiry-based, student-driven curriculum that integrates subjects through real-world investigations—supplemented by specialty classes (Art, Spanish, Science, Music/Theatre, PE), Learning Support, Summer Preschool, Winter Break Camp, before- and after-care, and need-based financial aid and scholarships.

Product overview

Rohan Woods School is an independent elementary school offering a comprehensive educational program from Early Childhood (age 2) through Sixth Grade. The school operates a unified educational platform centered on Project Approach — an in-depth, student-driven curriculum — complemented by specialty classes in Art, Spanish, Science, Music/Theatre, and Physical Education. Programs are structured across three main tiers: Early Childhood (ages 2-4), Kindergarten through Second Grade, and Third through Sixth Grade, with each tier building progressively on foundational skills and Project Approach methodology. The school also offers seasonal programming including Summer Preschool and provides support services such as Learning Support and Financial Aid.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Project Approach Curriculum In-depth, student-driven inquiry-based learning curriculum where children investigate real-world topics by asking big questions, conducting authentic research, and presenting discoveries; integrates multiple subjects and emphasizes critical thinking, problem solving, and communication. Delivered to enrolled students at Rohan Woods School.
• Early Childhood Program (Ages 2-4) Early childhood education program for ages 2-4, covering Early Childhood (age 2), Pre-Kindergarten (age 3), and Junior Kindergarten (age 4), emphasizing developmentally appropriate practice through play-based learning. For families seeking early foundational education in St. Louis.
• Kindergarten through Second Grade Program Elementary program covering Senior Kindergarten, First Grade, and Second Grade with focus on foundational academics, Project Approach integration, and specialty classes. For families enrolling children in lower elementary grades.
• Third and Fourth Grade Program Elementary program for grades 3-4 emphasizing critical thinking, Project Approach, and collaborative learning with specialty class offerings. For families seeking upper elementary education.
• Middle School Program (Grades 5-6) Middle school program for Fifth and Sixth Grade featuring science excursions, leadership development, executive functioning instruction, and preparation for secondary school admissions. For families preparing students for competitive secondary school entry.
• Specialty Classes Specialty subjects including Art, Spanish, Science, Music/Theatre, and Physical Education, taught by specialized faculty members to complement core academics. Included as part of the academic program for enrolled students.
• Summer Preschool Program Summer program for ages 2-5 offering academic enrichment, play, and creativity with a focus on developmental appropriateness during summer months. For families seeking summer programming for young children.
• Learning Support Program Academic support services for students needing additional assistance, integrated within the Project Approach curriculum. For enrolled families whose children require learning support.
• Financial Aid and Scholarships Need-based tuition reduction and scholarship programs including IMPACT Scholarships and Emerging Leader Scholarship, supporting family access to the school; 33% of students receive tuition reduction. For families demonstrating financial need or qualifying for merit scholarships.

Quantifiable outcome

• 98% of graduates receive admissions offers from first-choice secondary school
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Paddle Up Pickleball ClubminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 31 January 2026Venue partnership for Rohan Woods School Pickleball Tournament fundraising event in Chesterfield, MO.
• St. Louis Astronomical SocietyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for STAR NIGHT community event where astronomers set up telescopes at Babler State Park for families to observe stars, planets, and galaxies.
• ISACS (Independent Schools of the Central States)coreOthersMembership in ISACS which serves more than 240 member schools, offering accreditation services, professional development, and networking across thirteen states.
• NAIS (National Association of Independent Schools)coreOthersMembership organization providingTrendbook publications for strategic planning and representing independent schools nationally.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Crossroads College Preparatory School: Independent school in St. Louis serving grades 5-12. Comparable in mission and progressive-pedagogy approach; relevant peer for families evaluating K-6 vs. K-12 independent options.
• The Principia School: Independent school near St. Louis serving preschool through grade 12. Directly comparable as a small, mission-driven independent school in the greater St. Louis market, though it extends through grade 12.
• New City School: St. Louis independent elementary school (pre-K through 6) with an experiential, student-centered pedagogy and small class sizes. Directly competes for the same urban/suburban St. Louis families seeking progressive elementary education.
• Whitfield School: Independent JK-12 school in St. Louis County serving the same western-suburban demographic. Competes for families transitioning out of K-6 programs and offers comparable college-preparatory positioning.
• The Wilson School: St. Louis independent elementary school serving preschool through grade 6 with a similarly small-by-design philosophy and emphasis on individualized instruction. Directly comparable in scale, geography, and family demographic to Rohan Woods.
• Chesterfield Day School: Independent preschool and elementary school in Chesterfield, MO (a core catchment area for Rohan Woods). Comparable scale, tuition tier, and family demographic in the western St. Louis suburbs.
• Forsyth School: Independent elementary school in St. Louis serving ages 3 through grade 6 with a project- and inquiry-based curriculum. Closely comparable to Rohan Woods' Project Approach emphasis and small-class structure within the same city.
• The College School: Independent elementary school in Webster Groves serving ages 3 through grade 6 with a progressive, experiential curriculum. Directly comparable in size, philosophy, and St. Louis metro catchment.
• Community School: St. Louis independent preschool through grade 6 school with progressive, child-centered pedagogy and small class sizes. Competes for the same demographic of urban/suburban St. Louis families.

Broad incumbents

• Mary Institute and Saint Louis Country Day School (MICDS): The largest and most established JK-12 independent school in St. Louis. Competes for the same families at the elementary level, but operates at significantly greater scale and offers athletic/arts programming beyond Rohan Woods' scope.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/rohan-woods-school

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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