School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Students By Grade
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Gifted, 2e (twice exceptional), autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
12 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
13%
State avg.: 31%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
25%
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
We encourage bodily autonomy, including what students choose to wear to school
List of Courses Offered
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$17,400
Tuition Notes
Four Winds School is committed to offering financial aid to students who need it.
% on Financial Aid
85%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$7,000
School Notes
- Four Winds School is an independent middle school where students in grades 6 through 8 learn at their own level and pace.
- Our small size, combined with our focus on social skills, mental health, and social justice, creates a safe learning environment for students of any race, gender identity, sexual orientation, or religious affiliation.
- In addition to these valuable life skills, our students learn self confidence, time management, and most importantly, they learn how to learn.
- Explore the information, links, pictures, and videos on our website to learn more!
- Our curriculum provides a balance between independent study, one-on-one instruction, group classes, community building, and the freedom for students to explore their own interests. We encourage social justice, empathy, and social skills, and provide a flexible and open environment for students to learn and grow.We work with students to help them build an individual course of study that suits their specific needs. This individualized program is organized and implemented through the use of the biweekly system. Learn more on our website:https://fourwindsschool.info/program/
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Four Winds School cost?
Four Winds School's tuition is approximately $17,400 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Four Winds School?
The application deadline for Four Winds School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school to Four Winds School is Northfield Mount Hermon (1.2 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Full Circle Elementary School Inc (2.8 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Greenfield Center School (4.2 miles away)
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Distance: 1.2 mi
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Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 23 | Extracurriculars: 43
One Lamplighter Way
Gill, MA 01354
(413) 498-3227
Distance: 2.8 mi
Gr: K-6 | 25 students
21 Parmenter Rd
Bernardston, MA 01337
(413) 648-9468
Distance: 4.2 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 132 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
739 Bernardston Road
Greenfield, MA 01301
(413) 773-1700
Distance: 4.6 mi
Gr: 7-12 | 140 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 17
All-girls
574 Bernardston Road
Greenfield, MA 01301
(413) 774-2711
Distance: 8.3 mi
Gr: K-9 | 224 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 17 | Extracurriculars: 15
94 Old Main St
Deerfield, MA 01342
(413) 774-7061
Distance: 1.2 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 630 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 23 | Extracurriculars: 43
One Lamplighter Way
Gill, MA 01354
(413) 498-3227
Distance: 4.6 mi
Gr: 7-12 | 140 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 17
All-girls
574 Bernardston Road
Greenfield, MA 01301
(413) 774-2711
Distance: 8.3 mi
Gr: K-9 | 224 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 17 | Extracurriculars: 15
94 Old Main St
Deerfield, MA 01342
(413) 774-7061
Distance: 8.6 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 651 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 23 | Extracurriculars: 44
7 Boyden Lane
Deerfield, MA 01342
(413) 774-1400
Distance: 9.1 mi
Gr: 6-9 | 253 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 15
All-boys
271 Pine Nook Road
Deerfield, MA 01342
(413) 774-9111
Distance: 2.8 mi
Gr: K-6 | 25 students
21 Parmenter Rd
Bernardston, MA 01337
(413) 648-9468
Distance: 4.2 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 132 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
739 Bernardston Road
Greenfield, MA 01301
(413) 773-1700
Distance: 4.6 mi
Gr: 7-12 | 140 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 17
All-girls
574 Bernardston Road
Greenfield, MA 01301
(413) 774-2711
Distance: 8.3 mi
Gr: K-9 | 224 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 17 | Extracurriculars: 15
94 Old Main St
Deerfield, MA 01342
(413) 774-7061
Distance: 9.1 mi
Gr: 6-9 | 253 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 15
All-boys
271 Pine Nook Road
Deerfield, MA 01342
(413) 774-9111
Distance: 4.2 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 132 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
739 Bernardston Road
Greenfield, MA 01301
(413) 773-1700
Distance: 13.5 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 14 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 5
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(802) 257-5544
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(978) 249-3505
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Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 6
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(802) 257-0500
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Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 6
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(802) 254-6320
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Location
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Quick Facts
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6/
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30 Smith Rd
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(413) 296-0000
Chesterfield, MA 01012
(413) 296-0000
9508.2 miles
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20 Florence Street
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(413) 587-1532
Leeds, MA 01053
(413) 587-1532
9508.6 miles
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(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
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1 Petticoat Hill
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(413) 268-8421
Williamsburg, MA 01096
(413) 268-8421
9508.8 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 111 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
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1 Industrial Parkway
Easthampton, MA 01027
(413) 529-7178
Easthampton, MA 01027
(413) 529-7178
9509.1 miles
Gr: K-8 | 218 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
21 River Drive
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(413) 584-5011
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(413) 584-5011
9509.7 miles
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