Bellcate School exists to support youth with special learning needs towards the achievement of personal growth and success.
We understand growth to be a challenging process for anyone.
We recognize that this process requires time and support and we are committed to supporting adolescents and young adults in affecting positive change.
With a team of highly trained, committed and qualified teachers, bellcate has supported numbers of youth in exploring, understanding and taking positive action.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 29 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Bellcate School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
29 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
45%
State avg.: 12%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
1:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Exploration. Understanding. Action.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Bellcate School?
The application deadline for Bellcate School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Bellcate School located?
Bellcate School is located in the Essex Town neighborhood of Essex Junction, VT. There are 1 other private schools located in Essex Town.
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The nearest high school and elementary school to Bellcate School is Trinity Baptist School (4.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Green Mountain Montessori School (1.0 miles away)
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Quick Facts
280 Trinity Drive
Williston, VT 05495
(802) 879-9007
Williston, VT 05495
(802) 879-9007
4.1 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 102 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
195 Central School Drive
Williston, VT 05495
(802) 878-2762
Williston, VT 05495
(802) 878-2762
4.5 miles
Gr: 5-8 | 20 students
Jean Garvin School
Special Education School
90 Harvest Ln
Williston, VT 05495
(802) 488-6767
Williston, VT 05495
(802) 488-6767
5.1 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 25 students Avg. class size: 6 students
Centerpoint School
Special Education School
1025 Airport Dr
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802) 488-7711
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802) 488-7711
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Gr: 7-12 | 40 students
75 Green Mountain Drive
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802) 865-8084
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802) 865-8084
9.7 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 98 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition listed
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