About
At our award-winning Early Childhood through grade 12 Principia School in St. Louis, Missouri, and nationally ranked Principia College in Elsah, Illinois, Principia takes a distinct approach to education. With a foundation in Christian Science and welcoming students of all faiths, students are seen as limitless, valued, creative thinkers, and inherently capable.
With over 800 current School and College students, there are 30+ countries represented at Principia.
More than 14,000 Principia alumni span the globe, with College alumni living in 64 countries.
Principia School and College students have unique oportunities of educational travel every year.
Across both campuses, Principia has just under 3,000 acres for students to explore.
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From highlighted student achievements to purposeful alumni success stories, stay up to date with Principia through the Annual Report, Principia News, and Alumni Magazine.
Join the Principia Team
Principia faculty and staff make up a close-knit community of educators, coaches, and professionals taking a distinct approach to education. Founded on Christian Science values, Principia welcomes students, faculty, and staff from all faiths. Principia's team of over 500 employees supports not only Principia School and Principia College, but also a worldwide network of Alumni & Friends.
See why employees find Principia a fulfilling and meaningful place to work and explore how Principia might be the right fit for you.