Type of School
A Catholic, coeducational school for students in pre-Kindergarten (three years of age) through eighth grade. Children of all faiths are welcome.
 
Location
At the corner of Balson and Purdue Avenues, just west of Midland Ave. in the heart of University City. 
 
Accreditation
National Federation of Non-Public School State Accrediting Association
 
Hours
Grades 1-8 School Day:
7:45 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
 
Kindergarten:
7:45 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
with half-day option Monday and Friday
7:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
 
Preschool Day:
8:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
 
Preschool Extended Day:
11:45 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
 
Before School Child Care (pre-K - 8):
7:00 a.m. - 8:45 a.m.
 
After School Child Care:
3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 
 

Student Body
210 students (pre-K to 8th grade) representing many ethnic, religious and economic backgrounds. 27% of the student body is non-Catholic. CKS students come from 22 different zip codes in the metro area.
 
Principal
Susan Hooker
BS, Eastern Michigan
MA, St. Louis University
Certifications: Missouri State Principal's Certificate, Paul IV Religious Institute-Catechist, Coordinator of Religious Education.
 
Faculty
10 full-timeTeachers
6 part-time Teachers
1 part-time Learning Consultant
Average student/teacher ratio: 18:1. More than half of the teachers have advanced degrees. Two of the teachers are male.
 
Specials
In addition to the core curriculum, CKS students in grades K - 8 receive instruction in:

• Spanish
• Computer Technology
• Art
• Music
• Physical Education

Technology
CKS offers a fully equipped computer lab with a Smart Board plus internet access in all classrooms.
 

Library
CKS' comprehensive library containing 3100+ volumes is staffed by parents and community volunteers.
 
Resource Room
A Title 1 teacher, subsidized by the US Government, is available to offer extra assistance to those students who need it.
 
Hot Lunch Program
Students enjoy nutritional and delicious hot lunches daily in the CKS cafeteria. Special meals prepared for students with allergies. Students are also permitted to bring a lunch from home.
 
Student Activities
CKS students participate in:

• Student Council
• Sports Leagues
• Scouting
• School Newspaper
• Bellarmine Speech League
• St. Louis Science Fair
• Theatrical Productions
• Children's Choir
• National Geography & Spelling Bees
• Band
• Equations Math Club
• Girls on the Run
• Community Service