Thomas Jefferson School

Thomas Jefferson School (TJ) is a small, academically rigorous day and boarding school located just outside St. Louis, serving students in grades 7–12. Our size is intentional. With fewer than 90 students, every class is discussion-based, every voice matters, and no student disappears. TJ is designed for students who are ready to move beyond lecture-style classes into active thinking, speaking, and writing. Classes meet daily and move at a purposeful pace, with close faculty guidance that helps students adapt to the expectations of U.S. classrooms while building confidence over time. Learning extends well beyond the classroom. Faculty know students personally and remain actively involved throughout the day and evening, ensuring that students are both challenged and supported in a structured environment. Outcomes are consistently strong. TJ students earn admission to highly selective universities in the U.S. and U.K., including Cambridge, Cornell, Rice, and Vanderbilt. Graduates leave not only well prepared, but confident, independent, and ready to succeed in demanding university environments.