The admissions process at Stanbridge*
*While we would love to have you visit our campus and see our classrooms, students, and teachers in action, current circumstances have changed our school year significantly. Stanbridge Academy is still in operation, having shifted to a remote-learning model in mid-March. Though under a statewide order to shelter-in-place until further notice, our teachers are still delivering instruction to all students through distance learning, utilizing online resources such as Google Classroom, Zoom video conferencing, SeeSaw, and other online tools. Our support staff, counselors, speech & language pathologists are likewise providing services to students remotely, and continuing to engage in social-emotional learning activities and online social lunch groups. We are particularly mindful that students with learning differences have unique challenges and needs, and have been working with all of our families to ensure this adjustment and transition goes smoothly. Our campus may be virtual for the time being, but we are still teaching, learning, and staying connected while staying apart.
Our entire administrative team is happy to work with you throughout the admissions process during this unique and challenging time. We are currently in the process of revising our admissions calendar and process to adapt to this rapidly-evolving situation. If you are currently looking for placement for your child, we recognize the additional layer of uncertainty involved with that decision right now. We are here for you, and will work with you step-by-step through the admissions process to understand your child's needs, their learning differences, their challenges and strengths, and ensure that you and your child feel comfortable and confident if Stanbridge is the right fit.
Please click the button above to take the first step. Kirsten will be in contact with you for an initial conversation and take it from there. We appreciate your interest in our school and look forward to talking with you soon. Be well and stay safe!
Our entire administrative team is happy to work with you throughout the admissions process during this unique and challenging time. We are currently in the process of revising our admissions calendar and process to adapt to this rapidly-evolving situation. If you are currently looking for placement for your child, we recognize the additional layer of uncertainty involved with that decision right now. We are here for you, and will work with you step-by-step through the admissions process to understand your child's needs, their learning differences, their challenges and strengths, and ensure that you and your child feel comfortable and confident if Stanbridge is the right fit.
Please click the button above to take the first step. Kirsten will be in contact with you for an initial conversation and take it from there. We appreciate your interest in our school and look forward to talking with you soon. Be well and stay safe!
Stanbridge Academy offers open enrollment throughout the school year. If a class is full, qualified students are placed on a waiting list and families are notified as soon as placement is available. Tuition is prorated based on your student's start date.
The information below reflects our admissions process under the current COVID-19 shelter-in-place order
Admissions at Stanbridge follows a four-step process:
Step 1: Phone call or Zoom video conference with our Director of Admissions
We typically encourage all prospective parents to arrange a visit to our campus, either by scheduling a date and time for a personalized tour, or by attending one of our group tours or Open House events during the school year. Given the mandated closure of campus due to the coronavirus situation, all meetings are "virtual" for the time being.
Nonetheless, either by phone or video chat, members of our administrative team will be happy to hold a preliminary conversation with you about our school, answering any questions you may have about our program, and discussing your student's background, strengths, and challenges to ensure that Stanbridge is an appropriate fit.
The information below reflects our admissions process under the current COVID-19 shelter-in-place order
Admissions at Stanbridge follows a four-step process:
- Phone call or Zoom video conference with our Director of Admissions
- Complete an online application (click here)*
*submit required attachments to Director of Admissions, Kirsten Gamb, at kgamb@stanbridgeacademy.org
Please note that during our campus closure, we are waiving the $100 application processing fee - Student and parent will participate in Zoom video conferences with school leadership as appropriate; which may include: Head of School; Director of Counseling; Principal; and Speech & Language Pathologist. May also include a reading and math placement test.
- Final discussions regarding admissions decision with the Head of School.
Step 1: Phone call or Zoom video conference with our Director of Admissions
We typically encourage all prospective parents to arrange a visit to our campus, either by scheduling a date and time for a personalized tour, or by attending one of our group tours or Open House events during the school year. Given the mandated closure of campus due to the coronavirus situation, all meetings are "virtual" for the time being.
Nonetheless, either by phone or video chat, members of our administrative team will be happy to hold a preliminary conversation with you about our school, answering any questions you may have about our program, and discussing your student's background, strengths, and challenges to ensure that Stanbridge is an appropriate fit.
Step 2: Complete an application
If, after your visit, you feel that Stanbridge may be a good fit for your student, the next step is to complete an application packet. Stanbridge operates on an open-enrollment cycle, and if you would like your child to be considered for placement, our application packet consists of the following:
Your application and documentation will be reviewed by our Admissions Committee once the above information is received. They will then follow up with you regarding next steps.
Step 3: Virtual visits with our Admin Team
Under normal circumstances, if your application packet is approved, your child would be invited for a shadow day within the appropriate division—allowing them to experience a full day of classes at Stanbridge while paired with a current student "ambassador" within that grade division. Remote learning and social distancing currently makes that impossible, but we'd still like you and your child to get to know us as much as possible during this process. We will work with you to arrange phone calls and/or video meetings with our administrative team, counselors, speech and language pathologists, as well as teachers and any other staff members you wish to talk with.
Step 4: Talk with our Head of School
After your child has completed the necessary "virtual visits," the Head of School will discuss with you feedback from our staff. Based on those discussions, your child may be invited to attend Stanbridge Academy. If Stanbridge is determined an appropriate placement for your child’s educational needs, you will talk with our Business Office personnel regarding your financial responsibilities, a start date will be established, and an enrollment contract issued. Once the signed contract and deposit have been received, the student will then be registered as a Stanbridge Academy student. More information on tuition and financial aid is available here.
If, after your visit, you feel that Stanbridge may be a good fit for your student, the next step is to complete an application packet. Stanbridge operates on an open-enrollment cycle, and if you would like your child to be considered for placement, our application packet consists of the following:
- A completed and signed application form (click here to access a pdf version of the form)
- Copies of all educational, academic, and/or psychological testing
- Report cards and standardized testing results
- Speech and language report
- A brief narrative describing your child’s strengths, challenges, and interests
- A current photograph of your child
- Copy of IEP/504 (if applicable)
- Signed transcript release (for high school students only)
- A $100 non-refundable processing fee (waived during campus closure)
Your application and documentation will be reviewed by our Admissions Committee once the above information is received. They will then follow up with you regarding next steps.
Step 3: Virtual visits with our Admin Team
Under normal circumstances, if your application packet is approved, your child would be invited for a shadow day within the appropriate division—allowing them to experience a full day of classes at Stanbridge while paired with a current student "ambassador" within that grade division. Remote learning and social distancing currently makes that impossible, but we'd still like you and your child to get to know us as much as possible during this process. We will work with you to arrange phone calls and/or video meetings with our administrative team, counselors, speech and language pathologists, as well as teachers and any other staff members you wish to talk with.
Step 4: Talk with our Head of School
After your child has completed the necessary "virtual visits," the Head of School will discuss with you feedback from our staff. Based on those discussions, your child may be invited to attend Stanbridge Academy. If Stanbridge is determined an appropriate placement for your child’s educational needs, you will talk with our Business Office personnel regarding your financial responsibilities, a start date will be established, and an enrollment contract issued. Once the signed contract and deposit have been received, the student will then be registered as a Stanbridge Academy student. More information on tuition and financial aid is available here.
