Independent Schools in Connecticut: Private schools in New Haven County, college preparatory programs, private high, middle school, ACT, SAT preparation, college prep education in New England
Hopkins School: Hopkins School is an independent, coeducational, college-preparatory day school for grades 7-12 located in New Haven, New Haven County, Connecticut. We offer middle and high schools programs with a college prep SAT and ACT, advanced placement and honors courses. The curriculum promotes a strong foundation in the academic disciplines, a broad exposure to the liberal arts, and selective opportunities to pursue individual interests.
We challenge students to try on the perspectives and habits of mind that historians and writers, mathematicians and linguists, scientists and artists, and athletes and musicians bring to their disciplines.
Here students experience the ways that scholars from the various fields pose questions; then they pose questions of their own. They progress through increasingly empowering stages, from harvesting information to gaining knowledge, to reaching understanding and, finally, to forming convictions. Life at Hopkins is also strongly athletic, artistic, and social; it presumes a commonality of purpose and a focus on striving for excellence in everything we do. We are accredited by the National Association of Independent Schools.
At Kingswood Oxford School in West Hartford CT, we provide a multifaceted education that actively prepares students in grades 6 through 12 to be global thinkers, communicators and leaders ready for the challenges, complexities and opportunities of the 21st century. At the heart of our academic program are excellent teachers, coaches and advisors who challenge and motivate students to excel and to master the content and skills necessary for college and beyond.
As an independent day school, we foster a strong partnership among faculty, parents and students, which nurtures intellectually curious, independent thinkers and lifelong learners. Our graduates are prepared to act, to contribute and to advocate for themselves and others as they become the next generation of ethical citizens and leaders
Educational Programs from 6th through 12th Grade:
- Middle School
- Upper School
- College Preparatory Curriculum with English, math, history, science, creative arts, modern languages including Chinese, French and Spanish, classic languages such as Greek or Latin
- Advanced Placement and Honors Courses
- 26 Different interscholastic and intrumural athletic options
- 32 Extra curricular clubs and activities offered
The Solomon Schechter Academy of New London, CT, is a coeducational pre-kindergarten through to grade 6 day school offering a program of outstanding secular and Judaic studies to students in eastern CT and western Rhode Island.
With roots in the Jewish community and welcoming families of all religions and cultures, Solomon Schechter Academy (SSA) emphasizes the universal values of responsibility, scholarship, compassion, inclusiveness, and honesty. Our comprehensive secular curriculum‚ which includes language arts, math, science, social studies, music, art, and physical education‚ prepares our students for a lifetime of learning in a complex, multicultural world.
Working in both single-age and multi-age groups, and supported by our dedicated teachers, our students experience the power of collaboration. Our small classes with staff-to-student ratio of approximately 1:3, allow us to address students' varied needs and learning styles. Parents are actively involved in all areas of school life. Doors are always open.
Corpus Christi School is a Catholic Pre-K-8 school offering early childhood education, elementary, middle school and talented youth programs located in Wethersfield, Hartford County, Connecticut. Attitudes and skills developed in the early childhood and pre-kindergarten programs are a foundation for later learning. In our elementary program children are offered a strong core curriculum concentrating on reading, writing, and math skills. Students in middle school enjoy a challenging academic curriculum with advanced courses such as Algebra I and Spanish I.
Corpus Christi School is a Catholic community committed to the education of children from an extended geographic area. Through the integration of traditional and modern teaching methods, students are inspired and guided spiritually, academically, socially, physically, and artistically. Incorporating Christian values and academics, the school strives to develop well-educated, socially responsible citizens who contribute to the world using their God-given gifts and talents. We are accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.
Programs for Students in Prekindergarten through 8th Grade:
- Early Childhood Education
- Elementary Program
- Middle School Program
- Challenging Curriculum with mathematics, reading, language arts, science, and social studies
- Advanced Courses such as Algebra I and Spanish I
- Talented Youth Program for grades 5-8
All Nations Christian Academy, located in New Haven, Connecticut (80 miles from NYC), is a small private Christian elementary school that offers an accelerated learning program and evangelical Christian foundation for students in grade K - 4th grade. Our school is designed to give children an individualized, nurturing, Christian education to enable them to develop to their full potential.
In order to provide individualized instruction and ensure maximum academic progress, our maximum class size is eight students to one teacher. Our students enjoy a full program of outdoor activities including recess, gardening, and recreation on our brand new playground. We provide individualized attention in classes of 8 students each. Scholarship are offered based on income. School day is 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
iD Tech Camps offers immersive technology summer camp programs for kids and teens in over 80 prestigious universities in the USA, including Wesleyan University in Middletown CT, University of Bridgeport in Bridgeport CT, and Yale University in New Haven CT. Weeklong day camps and overnight camps are available for kids & teens ages 7-17. Additionally, iD Tech Academies (including the iD Programming and iD Film Academies) provide 2-week long overnight programs for teens ages 13-18.
Choose from a wide variety of exciting course topics - Game Design, Web Design, Coding, Programming Modding, and Robotics among others. Discover how your technical talents and scientific passions can lead to a future career. These comprehensive week-long sessions include personalized technology instruction and a variety of fun summer camp activities.
With 8 students maximum per instructor, iD Tech Camps customizes the curriculum around each individual participant. Students build STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) skills in the tech labs, eat in the university dining hall, explore campus, and make new friends.
“An absolutely unforgettable experience I will NEVER forget. Great instructors, camp director and technology…I deem iD Tech Camps the best camp EVER!” - Tristan P., Student, Wesleyan University
West Woods Christian Academy is a private Christian K-12 school located in Hampden, just north of New Haven in New Haven County, Connecticut. Founded in 1975, West Woods Christian Academy is committed to an educational program of excellence. We provide early education, kindergarten, elementary, middle and high school programs based on a highly regarded and comprehensive college preparatory curriculum.
The Upper School curriculum (7-12) offering college prep SAT, ACT, honors and advanced placement courses has a strong preparation for those desiring to continue on to college. The curriculum at each level is rich with challenging subject materials and activities to reinforce the learning process.
Due to a small teacher/student ratio, students get the individual attention and encouragement that help them to excel. Year after year, on Nationally Standardized Tests, students at WWCA have scored well above the national average at every grade level. WWCA is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI), and meets standards for approval by the Connecticut State Board of Education.
- Programs from kindergarten through 12th grade
- College Preparatory Curriculum with English, math, science, foreign languages, history, physical education and electives
- Advanced Placement and Honors Courses
- College Preparation Courses
- Early Education Center
- Kindergarten
- Elementary School
- Middle School
- HIgh School