Forman School (2026-27 Profile)

Q: Does Forman School offer a summer program?

Yes, Forman School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

School Type: Special Education School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 175 students
Yearly Tuition: $91,100
Acceptance rate: 80%
Average class size: 8 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

Forman School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for:

School Facts

School Type

Special Education School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Forman School
9	32
10	36
11	49
12	58

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Offers Post-Graduate Year

Yes

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Language-based, ADD/ADHD

Year Founded

1930

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

Campus Size

125 acres

Student Body

Total Students

175 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 31%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

66 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

3:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

67%

Average Class Size

8 students

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

blue blazer, khaki pants and/or skirts, white button down dress shirt

List of Courses Offered

Advanced Courses

Advanced PhotographyAdvanced Studio Art

Advanced VideographyCalculus I and II

ChemistryEconomics

EnglishHistory

Honors Algebra IIPhysics

PsychologySpanish

Thinking and WritingTropical Ecology Seminar

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)
New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$91,100

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Tuition Notes

Tuition for 2026-2027: Boarding - $98,592 Day - $80,600

Summer Program Cost

$10,920

Summer Program Cost Notes

Boarding - $10,920 Day - $8,944

% on Financial Aid

25%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$18,000

Acceptance Rate

80%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Ira Miles

Application URL

Endowment Size

$8 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

18 sports

Sports

Alpine SkiingBaseball

Rock ClimbingSnowboarding

SoccerTennis

VolleyballWrestling

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School Mascot

Lions

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

10 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Model UNOutdoor Leadership

Over 25 student-run clubsRock and Blues Band

Student Government

Club or Organization:

Community Service

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Boat BuildingJazz Band

Theater ArtsYearbook

School Notes

Forman School is an independent, coeducational, college preparatory school for boarding and day students with identified learning differences.
Forman develops the whole student, based on each individual's learning profile, so that all graduates become educated, confident self-advocates throughout life.

College Preparatory
Coed
Boarding & Day
9th - 12th grade, PG year, Summer Program
For students with Dyslexia, ADHD, Executive Function delays
We do not serve students on the Autism spectrum

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- J Seward Johnson II - Bronze Sculptor
- David Rublin - Member of the band American Authors
- Richard Henkels - Award-winning cinematographer
- Eli Gesner - One of the founding members of ZooYork.
- Mitchell Block - Academy Award winning producer and Academy Award nominated filmmaker
- Toni Fishman - Owner of Telefunken
- Shawn Lerner - Owner of Zip-Flyer, LLC, creator of the largest zipline in the world, Las Vegas Slotzilla
- Blake Miller - Professional lacrosse player
- Nicholas Kraus - Founder of Wounded Warrior project
- Leigh H. Perkins - Purchased The Orvis Co., Inc. in 1965 and built it into a significant presence.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Forman School cost?

Forman School's tuition is approximately $91,100 for private students and $10,920 for summer students.

What is the acceptance rate of Forman School?

The acceptance rate of Forman School is 80%, which is higher than the national average of 71%.

Who are famous alumni from Forman School?

Forman School famous alumni include: J Seward Johnson II, David Rublin, Richard Henkels, Eli Gesner, Mitchell Block, Toni Fishman, Shawn Lerner, Blake Miller, Nicholas Kraus and Leigh H. Perkins.

Does Forman School offer a summer program?

Yes, Forman School offers a summer program. Visit their for more information.

What sports does Forman School offer?

Forman School offers 18 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Climbing, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Equestrian, Football, Golf, Kayaking, Lacrosse, Rock Climbing, Snowboarding, Soccer, Tennis, Volleyball and Wrestling. Forman School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for most sports offered.

When is the application deadline for Forman School?

The application deadline for Forman School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Calendar

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Event

Date

First Day of Classes

September 14, 2026 (Monday)

Thanksgiving Break Begins - Students depart campus between 12:00 and 5:00 pm

November 20, 2026 (Friday)

Thanksgiving Break

November 21, 2026 (Saturday)

Spring Break, students depart campus by

March 13, 2027 (Saturday)

Spring Break

March 14, 2027 (Sunday)

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The average private school tuition in Litchfield County, CT is $40,580 for elementary schools and $68,328 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Litchfield County, CT is 59% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).