Classrooms are small, teachers know their students well, and achievements are based on individual ability. The school's academic environment is one where children compete only with themselves, not with their peers. Instead of grades or report cards, teachers communicate directly with parents, and a detailed report is written to each parent at year's end. Mentoring is another important element of the Bixby culture. It is not uncommon to see an older child assisting a younger one or a gifted student studying with an average student, each child benefiting from the experience.
Bullying is a rare occurrence.
The world of Bixby is a small but compelling one, where teachers view and respond to children as individuals, where children are expected to respect their teachers and fellow students, and where interested parents are involved in many of the school's activities. Most importantly, Bixby is a school where children can experience joy in something that is already in their nature, learning. All Rights Reserved. Website designed and maintained by Annie Hughes for Earthshine Design . Bixby School is a private, nonprofit school in Boulder, Colorado with programs for preschool through 5th grade.