Winston Prep is a co-ed day school with campuses in New York City, Norwalk, CT, Whippany, NJ, and Dix Hills, NY, Marin County, CA as well as a Transitions program (located in New York and San Francisco) and fully Online campus.
We provide an individualized education for 3rd through 12th-grade students with learning differences such as dyslexia, nonverbal learning disabilities, expressive or receptive language disorders, and attention deficit problems.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 3-12
- Yearly Tuition: $50,000
- Acceptance rate: 80%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Upcoming Events
- Open House - Tue., August 04, 2026 - get more information!
- Open House - Tue., August 18, 2026 - get more information!
- Open House - Tue., September 15, 2026 - get more information!
- Open House - Thu., October 08, 2026 - get more information!
- Open House - Tue., October 20, 2026 - get more information!
- Open House - Thu., November 05, 2026 - get more information!
- Open House - Thu., November 12, 2026 - get more information!
- Open House - Tue., December 01, 2026 - get more information!
- Open House - Thu., January 07, 2027 - get more information!
- Open House - Thu., January 21, 2027 - get more information!
- Open House - Tue., February 02, 2027 - get more information!
- Open House - Tue., March 02, 2027 - get more information!
- Open House - Tue., March 16, 2027 - get more information!
- Open House - Tue., April 06, 2027 - get more information!
- Open House - Tue., April 13, 2027 - get more information!
- Open House - Thu., May 20, 2027 - get more information!
- Open House - Thu., June 10, 2027 - get more information!
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School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Dyslexia, NVLD, ADHD
Year Founded
1981
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
Campus Size
2 acres
Student Body
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academics and Faculty
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
15 courses
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$50,000
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Michele Bellantoni
Application URL
School Notes
When a school understands your child, challenges become
opportunities and learning comes to life.Winston Preparatory
School offers an individualized learning environment for students
with diverse learning profiles, including ADHD, dyslexia, and
NVLD.
Education for the Individual is at the heart of the Winston Preparatory School model. Your child's program is designed based on our understanding of their individual learning profile, allowing for precisely designed instruction tailored to their strengths and needs.
From coast to coast, Winston Preparatory School is creating places, physically and virtually, where neurodivergent learners feel understood and supported. This unique approach is available in New York City, Long Island, New Jersey, Connecticut, California, and online so no matter where you are, there's a Winston Prep option to fit your child's journey.
Unlike other learning models and programs, Winston Prep groups students by learning profile and provides daily 1:1 instruction. Surrounded by the right group, each child becomes part of a team. Classes are intentionally small, allowing teachers to work closely with students, adapt instruction in real time, and foster meaningful connections.
"I rarely leave the parent-teacher conference at Winston without tears in my eyes. I am amazed at how well these people know my child, how concerned they are about my child, and how much thought and effort these people have given."Peter B., Winston Prep Parent
This individualization combined with social-emotional learning and essential skill development leads to clear improvements in academic achievement, resilience, and connections with others. While this approach may feel new, Winston Prep's methods are rooted in years of evidence-based research and proven practice.
Why Winston Works:
Winston Prep accepts students on a rolling basis, so your child can start thriving without delay. Start the admissions journey by visiting www.winstonprep.edu.
Education for the Individual is at the heart of the Winston Preparatory School model. Your child's program is designed based on our understanding of their individual learning profile, allowing for precisely designed instruction tailored to their strengths and needs.
From coast to coast, Winston Preparatory School is creating places, physically and virtually, where neurodivergent learners feel understood and supported. This unique approach is available in New York City, Long Island, New Jersey, Connecticut, California, and online so no matter where you are, there's a Winston Prep option to fit your child's journey.
Unlike other learning models and programs, Winston Prep groups students by learning profile and provides daily 1:1 instruction. Surrounded by the right group, each child becomes part of a team. Classes are intentionally small, allowing teachers to work closely with students, adapt instruction in real time, and foster meaningful connections.
"I rarely leave the parent-teacher conference at Winston without tears in my eyes. I am amazed at how well these people know my child, how concerned they are about my child, and how much thought and effort these people have given."Peter B., Winston Prep Parent
This individualization combined with social-emotional learning and essential skill development leads to clear improvements in academic achievement, resilience, and connections with others. While this approach may feel new, Winston Prep's methods are rooted in years of evidence-based research and proven practice.
Why Winston Works:
- Ongoing Assessment: It is the key to understanding your child's evolving strengths and needs so that we can most effectively help them through precise and individualized program design. It allows educators to measure skills, track progress, refine goals, realize potential, and improve the ability to learn.
- Daily 1:1 Instruction: Winston's Focus program provides daily 45-minute, 1:1 remedial instruction for your child, targeting individual goals in the areas of greatest need. From time management and executive function skill-building to self-advocacy and navigating social communication, students build the independence and confidence needed for life and learning.
- Development of Skills that Matter: All experiences, including what seem to be distinctly academic-related learning experiences, are directly tied to social emotional skills. Whether a student is approaching a math problem and needs to remain resilient, self-regulate their emotions and attention to remain goal-oriented or having a conversation with a group of friends who are struggling with something, requiring social communication and social responsibility skills in order to remain empathetic, listen actively, and contribute to the conversation in an appropriate and supportive way, there is always a social emotional piece of their experience. All experiences, including what seem to be distinctly academic-related learning experiences, are directly tied to social emotional skills.
Winston Prep accepts students on a rolling basis, so your child can start thriving without delay. Start the admissions journey by visiting www.winstonprep.edu.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Winston Preparatory School Long Island cost?
Winston Preparatory School Long Island's tuition is approximately $50,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Winston Preparatory School Long Island?
The acceptance rate of Winston Preparatory School Long Island is 80%, which is higher than the national average of 75%.
Does Winston Preparatory School Long Island offer a summer program?
Yes, Winston Preparatory School Long Island offers a summer program. Visit their for more information.
When is the application deadline for Winston Preparatory School Long Island?
The application deadline for Winston Preparatory School Long Island is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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First Day of School
September 02, 2026 (Wednesday)
Labor Day - School Closed
September 07, 2026 (Monday)
Yom Kippur - School Closed
September 21, 2026 (Monday)
Indigenous Peoples Day - School Closed
October 12, 2026 (Monday)
Election Day - School Closed
November 03, 2026 (Tuesday)
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