Middle School
Grades 4-6
Designed to allow students to gain independence gradually in a supportive and nurturing environment.
Middle School at TPS is a transitional environment where students gain independence as their learning model is adapted. Students learn to analyze concepts across disciplines while making connections between the classroom and real-world experiences.
The School Day
In fourth grade, students stay primarily in their homeroom except for a few specialty courses each day. Fifth and Sixth-graders maintain a homeroom advisor but change classrooms and teachers for each course. Teachers and advisors build strong relationships with their students, serving not only as educators but mentors. This intentional, gradual, and well-supported transition allows students to develop the organizational skills, work habits, and independence required in Upper School and, ultimately, secondary school.
Special Experiences for 4th-6th Grade Students
- Middle School Mystery Night: Similar to a game of Clue, Middle School students investigate the murder of Lord Tuxedo during this evening event at Tuxedo Park School, which culminates with an ice cream social.
- Middle School Evening Social: Dancing, games, and delicious snacks, an evening for students to just hang.
- Science Overnight Trip, 6th Grade: Sixth grade's first overnight trip at an Outdoor Education Center.
- Field Day: The final event of our Green and Gold competition. Students participate in a full day of outdoor games, earning points for their teams. Go Green! Go Gold!
- Swim Day: Students spend the day at The Tuxedo Club swimming and hanging out with friends.
Filter Curriculum by Grade
![Fourth Grade Social Studies]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1657648155/tuxedoparkschoolcom/xmazd3p8yhnhpky5auns/History.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1657648155/tuxedoparkschoolcom/xmazd3p8yhnhpky5auns/History.png","width":500}])
![Fifth Grade Language Arts]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1657648155/tuxedoparkschoolcom/bqdpvxlyr4fqji0brytz/EnglishLanguageArts.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1657648155/tuxedoparkschoolcom/bqdpvxlyr4fqji0brytz/EnglishLanguageArts.png","width":500}])
![Sixth Grade Science]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1657648155/tuxedoparkschoolcom/sqe3s1pjex3jqjkzqwd4/Science.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1657648155/tuxedoparkschoolcom/sqe3s1pjex3jqjkzqwd4/Science.png","width":500}])
![Fourth Grade P.E.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1657648155/tuxedoparkschoolcom/yvfzwvjw5ol1ex9ppovr/PE.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1657648155/tuxedoparkschoolcom/yvfzwvjw5ol1ex9ppovr/PE.png","width":500}])
![Fourth Grade Music]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1657648155/tuxedoparkschoolcom/evsbogndqhoaydouquyt/Music.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1657648155/tuxedoparkschoolcom/evsbogndqhoaydouquyt/Music.png","width":500}])
![Fourth Grade World Languages]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1658513927/tuxedoparkschoolcom/rfpikyfj29dspubiu1pd/WorldLanguages.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1658513927/tuxedoparkschoolcom/rfpikyfj29dspubiu1pd/WorldLanguages.png","width":500}])
![Fourth Grade Math]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1657648155/tuxedoparkschoolcom/oybm1djcesnchif18q0p/Mathematics.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1657648155/tuxedoparkschoolcom/oybm1djcesnchif18q0p/Mathematics.png","width":500}])
Meet Julia
Grade: 6
Favorite Class:
"Art is definitely my favorite class because there's so much creativity. We're a very creative class. It's also super fun. Mrs. Sweeney is the best teacher ever, she comes up with amazing ideas for projects. "
Thinking Ahead, Together
It’s never too early to start planning for what comes next. Because Tuxedo Park School ends in 9th grade, our faculty and leadership are deeply committed to supporting each student’s secondary school journey. From Middle School onward, we intentionally guide students and families through every step — ensuring the right fit for each child’s strengths, interests, and aspirations. Discover the Secondary School Placement Program.