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Applewild is a co-ed, day (18 mos - 9th grade) and junior boarding (4th 9th grade) school that offers a student-centered learning experience with high quality academics, small classes, and extensive arts & clubs on a 28-acre campus in Fitchburg, MA. Applewild's program empowers students to develop their academic abilities, discover their strengths and talents, and practice the school's core values of: respect, fairness, responsibility, compassion, cooperation, honesty, and civic-mindedness.
Applewild students learn in an inclusive global community with peers from 33 towns and several states and countries.
Applewild teaches 8th and 9th-grade students together in a thematic, interdisciplinary loop, a developmentally appropriate way to "launch" students powerfully to secondary school.
Students graduate with strong metacognition skills, with the ability to independently plan, monitor, and reflect on their performance.
Applewild is redefining the dyslexic school experience with our Foundations program for students in grade 2-9 with language-based learning differences.
Our unique structured literacy program provides prescriptive individualized education and participation in the wider school community.
At Applewild we believe that the ages of three to fifteen are
the most important in a child's education, the foundation upon
which all future success is built. Applewild's program empowers
students to develop their academic abilities, discover their
strengths and talents, and practice the school's core values of:
respect, fairness, responsibility, compassion, cooperation,
honesty, and civic-mindedness.
Applewild students learn in an inclusive global community with
peers from 33 towns and several states and countries. We are a
metacognitive school and we help each student to become the
protagonist in their own education. Students graduate with strong
metacognition skills, with the ability to independently plan,
monitor, and reflect on their performance.
Applewild School teaches 8th and 9th-grade students together in
a thematic, interdisciplinary loop, a developmentally appropriate
way to "launch" students powerfully to secondary school. Applewild
graduates are poised to accept the challenge of rigorous academic
work and are confident that they can make a difference in the
world.
Our growing residential program welcomes domestic and
international students in 4th - 9th grade, with 5 and 7 day junior
boarding options. We believe that our residential students do best
when gathered together in small family-like groupings. It's not
just a place to live, it's a place to grow. Our students develop
executive function skills through our high-nurture, highly
structured residential program.
Applewild is redefining the dyslexic school experience with our
Foundations program for students in grade 2-9 with language-based
learning differences. Our unique structured literacy program
provides prescriptive individualized education and participation in
the wider school community.
We offer a year-round program for children ages 18 months5
years on both our Main Campus in Fitchburg and at our Devens
Preschool Satellite Location. Our programs build on the natural
curiosity and excitement of our students by engaging them in
hands-on, active learning experiences.
Applewild School's tuition is approximately $35,800 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Applewild School?
The acceptance rate of Applewild School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 71%.
What sports does Applewild School offer?
Applewild School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer and Ultimate Frisbee.
What is Applewild School's ranking?
Applewild School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Applewild School?
The application deadline for Applewild School is Dec. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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School Reviews
5.00 out of 5(5 reviews)
54/15/2020
My daughter came to Applewild for the seventh grade because she wasn't being challenged academically or supported emotionally in our school district. As I look back at the last two years, I am amazed and so very proud of the young woman she has become. She loves Applewild and has truly flourished there. She bounds off of the school bus every morning, excited to start the day. The faculty and staff know our daughter, but more importantly they "get" here. She has achieved academic high honors every semester in seventh and eighth grade. Math, which was her weakness, is now one of her favorite classes. She plays lacrosse and field hockey and starred in the school play this year. The Applewild community has welcomed us with open arms. I am so very glad that my husband and I made this choice for our child and our family.
- Posted by Parent - jdc2c
52/23/2019
I went to Applewild from 2001 to 2009, and it was definitely one of the most important places in my childhood. My friends who went to public school or other independents schools are always amazed when I mention something about Applewild. "Wait, you actually liked middle school?" "Wait, you went on that orientation trip to Chewonki in middle school?" A lot of schools can brag about having nice communities, but not that many can back it up - My friends from Applewild have remained some of my closest friends to this day (in fact, I'm even still in touch with multiple teachers) and my experience is not an isolated one. This place is the perfect environment for kids to develop academic, artistic, and social skills.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Alum
55/12/2017
This year we are looking forward to our daughter portray Queen Elizabeth II in the second grade living wax museum and seeing our fourth grader's creativity come alive for the invention convention. I am so grateful for the creative learning environment that challenges all aspects of learning and character building, especially in regards to public speaking. I strongly recommend taking a look during the school day so you can see the kids and teachers in action. Such an impressive and nurturing school!
- Posted by Parent - Parent of 2 students
55/17/2016
Had good orientation trips that our daughter enjoyed and due to class sizes students get a better education that public school but the children are protected from the outside world, cloistered almost and lots of pressure is put on them to succeed. It is all about the school's reputation and protecting it if something goes wrong!!!! For us, it did.
- Posted by Parent - dyans
55/17/2016
We have truly enjoyed our experience at Applewild. Our son has grown academically in terms of furthering exploration in areas where he succeeds and strengthening areas of weakness. His teachers have taken individual time to help his love for science expand while helping him to overcome challenges and develop confidence and leadership skills. Each student is an essential part of the community as demonstrated through common time, lunch, buddy programs and the arts programs. The education a child receives is wholistic encompassing academics, values and personal growth throughout the school day and curriculum. Every teacher and administrator is compassionate and eager to teach. They have taken the time to become familiar with my son, our goals and our family. It has been a wonderful opportunity to be part of this community. Private school is an investment in your child's future. This has been my wisest investment yet.
- Posted by Parent - eliza
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