Joyful Learning - Southbrook School

792 Plymouth Street, Bridgewater, MA, 02324-0232
Tel: (508)697-9131
Grades: PK - 8 | 220 students
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Southbrook Academy is a community of highly qualified teachers, eager learners, and devoted families. Throughout the school, the focus is on educating and nurturing children in a comfortable and interesting learning environment where individual skills develop, friends are made and success begins.As each child enters the world of school and education, they experience a unique pattern of development that progresses according to their individual timing. Each child comes with their own personality, learning style, and family background. Recognizing that each classroom group of children will present an enormous variation of individual characteristics, the learning environment will provide a variety of teaching methods, materials, and experiences to meet the unique needs and interests of each child. The success of our teaching philosophy can be seen in the scores and grades achieved by our students. Our students consistently outperform national norms reported in the Terra Nova standardized tests, regularly scoring in the top 90th percentile among their peers. Their academic achievements are further enhanced by their emotional and social growth. The enthusiasm shown by our students and the passion and support of our parents and teachers are essential factors in each child's academic and personal growth.

School Overview:
Joyful Learning - Southbrook School
School Type School with Special Program Emphasis
School Membership(s) National Association for the Education of Young Children
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades Prekindergarten - 8
Learning Difference Programs Yes
Learning Programs Supported Language-based, math, Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded 1983
Student Body
Total Students 220 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 24% (MA School Avg.: 23%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 20 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 11:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
Average Class Size 18 students
List of Courses Offered Link to List of Courses
Advanced Courses
Art Computer Technology
Foriegn Language - Spanish Physical Education
Vocal and Instrumental Music
Classroom dress code Casual
(Uniform )
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $8,500
Tuition Notes Discounted payment plans available, Sibling discount offered
Admissions Director Jennifer Berry
Admissions Associate Lainey Choate Laing
Sports
Total Sports Offered 1 sports
Sports
Basketball
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurriculars 1 extracurriculars
Extracurriculars
Extended Day

School Notes:

  • Southbrook Academy offers a challenging curriculum for children from kindergarten through grade eight. Our small class sizes allow our teachers to individualize the classroom experience, meeting each child's academic level, learning style, and interests. The curriculum has been designed to educate each child as a whole as well as socially, physically and emotionally. Learning takes place in a stimulating and nurturing environment. Children have continuous opportunities to master basic skills while they participate in a rich curriculum planned to develop independence, critical thinking, creativity and knowledge. Southbrook students work with specialists in Spanish, Technology, Art, Music and Physical Education.

    • Profile last updated: 10/18/2012

Nearby Schools:

Joyful Learning - Southbrook School
Gr. PK-8 | 0 mi. away
Metro South Academy
Gr. 8-12 | 4 mi. away
West Bridgewater KinderCare
Gr. Nursery School-PK | 4.2 mi. away
Fl Chamberlain School
Gr. 5-12 | 4.2 mi. away
New England Baptist Academy
Gr. PK-12 | 4.3 mi. away
Southeast Alternative School
Gr. 8-12 | 4.3 mi. away

View all schools in: Bridgewater, Plymouth County, Zip 02324

School Reviews:

  • Recommended April 28,2013 - My son attended Public School in East Bridgewater for two years and hated it. He complained every day that he was bored. My husband and I had several meetings with his teacher and the principal. They basically said there was no time or money to challenge our son. We enrolled him into Southbrook Academy and could not be more pleased. The teachers commit to each child and challenge them all the way. The entire faculty knows each child by name! My son is thriving and loves school. Enrolling our son in Southbrook was the best decision we could have made. Did I mention they teach Spanish? We LOVE Southbrook Academy!*-Posted by Parent *
  • Recommended April 25,2013 - Wonderful teachers who try to get to know each child and tailors instruction to that child. The school took on my foster twins who did not speak one word of English into their second grade class. Within 1.5 years, they are fluent and participate at above average level. i have another son in the same grade who reads at high school level. the teacher had him formulate a game about "the Odyssey" by Homer. Amazing teachers and wonderful community!*-Posted by Parent *
  • Recommended October 06,2012 - We love Southbrook Academy! Our son attended Public school for two years and hated it. Every day after school he complained that school was not challenging, fun or exciting. After a few meetings with the Principle and his teacher we realized they had no interest in challenging our son. The only solution they had was for our son to help the students that were having trouble. Where does that leave our son? He should be learning new material as well. We enrolled him into Southbrook and have been thrilled with the results! Our son is learning new things and thriving. The teachers are dedicated and make learning fun. The entire faculty knows each child by name! Did I mention they learn Spanish? They also have many fun after school activities the kids can participate in. We give 5 stars!*-Posted by Parent *

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