Tuition and Financial Assistance
Affordability
Touchstone Community School’s commitment to economic diversity began in 1984 with the establishment of our financial assistance program. Awards are based solely on need and do not need to be repaid. In order to fairly and objectively assess each family’s need, the school uses the independent service of the School and Student Service for Financial Aid (SSS) in Princeton, NJ. 12 Month Payment plans are available. Currently approximately 40% of students receive aid.
Evaluating Need
Many aspects of a family’s financial situation are considered, including:
- Incomes of both parents (taxable and non-taxable)
- Assets held by the family as a unit
- Number of dependants
- Number of children attending tuition-charging schools
- Age of both parents
| Class | Tuition |
|---|---|
| Den (2.9-3.11 year-olds), ppK | $15,900 |
| Nest, 4-6 yearolds, pK/K | $16,700 |
| Burrow, 6-8 year-olds, Grades 1-2 | $19,900 |
| Meadow, 8-10 year-olds, Grade 3-4 | $19,900 |
| Hive, 10-12 year-olds, Grades 5-6 | $20,500 |
| OSP, 12-14 year-olds, Grades 7-8 | $20,500 |
| Supply fee | $250 |
| Grades 5-8 technology fee | $100 |
2024-2025 Tuition
We offer discounts to families with more than one child attending. The second child will receive a 10% discount, and the third child (or more) will receive a 25% discount. We hope this helps larger families join and stay at Touchstone.
How Do We Apply to Financial Assistance?
Ready to take the next step and apply for financial assistance? Follow these steps to get started.
1. Complete a Parent’s Financial Statement
Complete a Parent’s Financial Statement (PFS) and a Business/Farm Statement, if applicable, online at School and Student Services website.
- Our school code to enter on the SSS site is: 7686
- For divorced or separated families, a form from both parents is required.
- A $55 non-refundable fee is required.
2. Upload Required Documents By January 30th
Upload the following required documents to SSS by January 30:
- Prior year’s federal tax returns including all attachments (W2s and 1099s)
- Current year’s W2
- IRS Form 4506-T
3. Upload Required Documents By May 1
Upload the following required documents to SSS by May 1:
- Current year’s Federal 1040 including all attachments (W2s and 1099s)
Applications for financial aid are held in the strictest confidence. The financial aid committee will award aid based on the prior year’s tax returns. The financial aid award is provisional and will be reassessed based on receipt of the current year’s tax return.
Contact us:
Phone: (508) 839-0038
Touchstone Community School is an independent school serving students in grades Pre-K through 8th grade that cultivates a joy of lifelong learning through transformative intellectual, social & emotional growth.
CONTACT US
Touchstone Community School
508-839-0038
54 Leland Street Grafton, MA 01519