What is New Enterprise Academy?

NEA is a not-for-profit school founded to provide an individualized educational experience of unparalleled quality in a positive and stimulating learning environment which values excellence in scholarship, leadership, and service.

What grades does New Enterprise Academy serve?

New Enterprise Academy offers classes for students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade.

Where is New Enterprise Academy located?

New Enterprise Academy is conveniently located in the heart of O'Fallon at 206 W Adams St. If enrollment continues to rise as anticipated, there are tentative plans to build a new learning center in the future.

How much does it cost?

New Enterprise Academy's tuition is $5970.00 for the first student with a 10% discount for each additional student when paid in full by March 31, 2010. Additional payment options are available. NEA's tuition covers all educational services: curriculum, materials, lab costs, guest lecturers, fees, etc. NEA makes it easy for families to budget for their educational expenses with no hidden, surprise, or add-on fees. When you add up the true costs of other private schools, you will find that NEA is very competitive.

What curriculum is used?

NEA has the opportunity and the responsibility to choose what is truly best for the students served. NEA always considers scope and sequence in the curriculum selection process. Educators and consultants across the country assist NEA in its ongoing curriculum selection process.

Spanish, art, music, and physical education all play important roles in our curriculum. NEA has a partnership with McKendree College's well-recognized educational program providing some exceptional benefits for NEA students and faculty.

How does NEA know what grade to place my child in?

A thorough assessment including written and verbal testing and an interview is used to evaluate students during their first week in school. Faculty, in consultation with parents, will place each student in the academic level that best challenges his or her ability.

Does the school only serve gifted students?

New Enterprise Academy offers a challenging course of study to all who seek an excellent education. NEA is designed to serve all students who want to learn. All students will be properly assessed and taught based on their individual learning styles and skill sets.

Does NEA have classes for special education students as well?

Not at this time. However, on a case-by-case basis, we will assess children with current Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) who have already been "mainstreamed" into regular education classes. Some of these students might excel in NEA's educational environment, and we would like to give them that opportunity if it is the proper placement for them.

Is NEA accepting employment applications?

NEA is now accepting applications from highly motivated teachers who possess a strong commitment to nurturing the achievement of all students in a private school setting. NEA seeks individuals with solid academic credentials, experience with creative teaching strategies, and excellent interpersonal and communication skills to teach a diverse curriculum in a multi-age setting. Applicants interested in joining NEA should submit a cover letter, transcripts, resume', and two letters of recommendation to New Enterprise Academy, PO Box 1323, O'Fallon, IL 62269.

Does NEA have a dress code?

NEA students and faculty will wear uniforms.

Is NEA accredited?

NEA is working closely with the Illinois State Board of Education and the Regional Office of Education to insure all of the applicable requirements are met during the lengthy accreditation process. NEA is working toward accreditation by the North Central Association - Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement (NCA-CASI) www.ncacasi.org.

Does NEA have any religious affiliation?

No. NEA offers a non-sectarian educational program.