The Children's School in North Stamford offers a Montessori-based program that aims to helps students explore their skills and interact in social situations. The Children's School operates as a modern one-room schoolhouse where students in preschool through third grade are encouraged to approach educational materials independently. Children rotate between group and individual lessons, which cover all major subjects including language arts, math, reading, science and social studies. Teachers also rotate between groups depending on the needs of the students. The school provides numerous activities, including an after-school program for children and a lecture series for parents.
Founded in 2004, Stamford Academy is the second public charter school in Stamford opened by DOMUS following Trailblazers Academy. Stamford Academy provides classes for students in grades 9-12 who have previously struggled in more traditional environments.
Stamford Academy's mission is "to re-engage and guide students in acknowledging and developing their educational strengths while acquiring the skills to contribute positively to themselves and their community." In addition to offering smaller classes and individualized instruction, Stamford Academy offers clinical services such as individual and group counseling, and support groups for teen mothers and fathers.
Founded in 1991, Trinity Catholic High School is a co-ed college-preparatory Diocesan high school with a rich tradition in academic excellence, athletic performance and community service. Regionalized from St. Mary's in Greenwich, Stamford Catholic and Norwalk Central, Trinity offers its student body an academic program with 219 courses, including advanced placement in English literature, chemistry and more. Trinity is the home of the Crusaders, a comprehensive athletic program that competes in the Fairfield County Interscholastic Athletic Conference with 11 men's sports and 11 women's sports. The school also has an organized community service program in which its students are required to dedicate time to working with charitable organizations such as the Stamford Red Cross, AmeriCares and Easter Seals.
Founded in 1977 and located in North Stamford, The Canaan Ridge School offers a private-school education for students in nursery school through second grade. Canaan Ridge uses the Montessori method and offers its students science, art and music classes as well as an early start in French and Mandarin. The school is equipped with a playground, pool and a small computer area, and is open during the summer for camp. Canaan Ridge is also involved in Jane Goodall's Roots and Shoots program, which inspires children to become aware of, and active in environmental issues affecting their communities.
Hart Magnet Elementary School is one of four magnet Elementary Schools serving Stamford. Hart focuses on science and technology and follows the Responsive Classroom approach, which focuses on respecting the children, and in turn, having them respect each other. Hart's theme of environment studies allows its students "to find a connection between their own community and the world in which they live, creating productive citizens and resourceful, life-long learners." The school's curriculum also includes instruction in reading, music, art and physical education.
Greenwich Education Group is an academic organization that provides various scholastic and specialized learning services. Programs include college admission counseling, one-on-one or small group tutoring and summer classes. Each student embarks on his or her academic career with an individualized plan. Tutors, teachers and counselors are available to guide each student along that path. This organization and its teachers aim to cultivate a young community of avid learners and confident students. A detailed program guide is available on its website.
The Stamford Center is home to The Beacon School, an alternative to traditional private or public education. Based on the founding principles of the Greenwich Education Group, this K-12 school provides children with comprehensive, customized curricula, in-depth art and music instruction. The school also accommodates schedules of its young athletes, performing artists and professionals. Tuition and enrollment information are available on its website.
This campus also houses The Spire School, an alternative school for struggling and underachieving junior and senior high school students. Under the auspices of this organization, the school works closely with each student according to his or her individual academic plans. Students have access to comprehensive, creative and immersive courses, preparing them to enter the college arena.
Operated by The Sisters, Little Workers of the Sacred Hearts, since 1962, Our Lady of Grace Preschool & Kindergarten provides children ages 3 to 6 with a quality early education in a religious setting, as well as a nurturing environment that working parents can depend on. The daily schedule includes structured work periods, music, outdoor playground activities and nap time. Students are also taught proper health and work habits. Our Lady of Grace also offers a summer camp for girls in grades 1 through 8. The Sisters, Little Workers of the Sacred Hearts, also operate Villa Divino Amore Nursery School on Hope Street and other schools in Pennsylvania and Maryland.