Welcome to the
Robert C. Parker School
Setting The Stage For A
Boundless Future
Robert C. Parker School
Parker practices a progressive model of education. We begin with the student’s own experiences, and use active learning to promote deep thinking. We encourage students to experience, not just learn by rote memorization.
Why Parker?
We believe there’s no limit to how far a Parker education can take your child. We believe that successful learners are confident, caring and creative, capable of defining their own place in the world.
We are an independent school for boys and girls from toddlers to pre-school through 8th grade, 10 minutes from downtown Albany. Parker students cultivate critical thinking and purposeful action through a challenging learning process.
Inspiring Curiosity and a Passion for Learning
Attitudes and dispositions about learning are established when students are young. By giving students individual attention from caring adults, engaging hands-on projects, and time to play and connect with peers, our graduates leave Parker prepared for high school because they know themselves as learners.
Read about how Parker's program inspires innovation
Nurturing Confidence and Community
Students who learn in the same school from preK to grade 8 have a strong sense of community. Parker students take on new leadership and responsibilities as they advance through the grades. They are well known and this fosters a sense of confidence and leadership in each one.
Read about spring Shows of Work
Cultivating Purposeful Action
We believe that by giving students a chance to take action as they learn about the world, they will grow into adults who take responsibility for their communities. We know that our graduates will be among the most highly educated members of society, and their active participation will contribute to a better world.
Read about STEM projects that show our students in action!
ParkerMission
Robert C. Parker School engages each student in a thoughtful and challenging learning process that inspires curiosity and a passion to achieve, nurtures confidence and community, and cultivates purposeful action.
ParkerPrepares
Success in life is about more than just taking tests.
Portrait of a Parker Graduate
Parker Graduates...
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Are confident in his or her independent thought and voice
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Possess self-knowledge and self-direction as a learner
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Are passionate about learning and committed to academic and intellectual integrity
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Are flexible, critical thinkers
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Communicate effectively and clearly
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Works collaboratively
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Demonstrates a commitment to social responsibility with respect, kindness, understanding, and engagement in a diverse world
Parker Snapshots
Learn more about Parker through our newsletters and blog posts below...
Kindergarten Open House
Tuesday, December 15, 11:30am Progressive education begins with student experience and interests in mind, rather than a fixed set of knowledge to be memorized. Join our Kindergarten teacher Leigh Augustine, to learn more about the impact this philosophy has on our young learners in Kindergarten! Learn more & register for meeting details at https://pages.parkerschool.org/kindergarten-open-house/.
Love Notes From Our Special Friends
One of the absolute greatest things about being a student at Parker is the love and support that flows into our school from our broader community. The importance of our wider community in nurturing the lives of our students cannot be understated. Knowing that parents, grandparents, and special friends value their school helps children feel …
An Interview with Michele
Anyone who is lucky enough to have had a child attend our PreK program knows that our youngest Parker students are treated to a magical experience in learning. Here at Parker, we believe that all children are capable individuals deserving of respect. Every aspect of a preschooler’s day, from snack to circle time, and buddies …
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