Breakwater School

856 Brighton Ave
Portland, ME 04102

school.breakwaterlearning.org

Breakwater is a progressive independent day school where your child - from preschool through grade eight - will thrive in a challenging and exploratory learning environment. Proudly engaging and inspiring curious minds since 1956.

Quick Stats (2022-23)

Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
Enrollment: 152 students
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Other school association(s)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-8

Year Founded

1956

School Calendar

Link to School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

152 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

25 teachers

Student : Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.: 13:1

Average Class Size

12 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

www.breakwaterschool.org

Admissions Director

Moriah Perry

School Notes

At Breakwater School, teachers, parents, and children are partners in a celebration of learning. Understanding that early school experiences create the foundation for future learning, we encourage children to develop their intellects and explore their imaginations, speak individually, yet work collaboratively, investigate the ways in which they work the best, take intellectual and personal risks in a safe environment, act as responsible citizens in our community and in the world, value diversity and practice tolerance, and aspire to be lifelong learners.

Source: Verified school update

REQUEST FREE INFORMATION

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Breakwater School?

The application deadline for Breakwater School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

Endorse Breakwater School. Endorsements should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Academic or athletic awards

Recent Articles

November 23, 2022

Suicide Prevention: Caring For Our Young People

At last we have a dedicated phone number for suicide and crisis support. The Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is 988. More about it and suicide prevention here.

November 23, 2022

What Is Praxis?

Praxis is part of the teacher licensing process many states require.

September 30, 2022

Student Health Records: Vaccinations

Most parents have questions about vaccinations. We look at the big picture and offer some sources for you to do your own research.

Quick Stats (2022-23)

Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
Enrollment: 152 students
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Request Information

Email:

Name of parent:

Student first name:

Student last name:

Student date of birth:

Student is:

Male

Female

Currently in grade:

Seeking entry for grade:

Target start date:

Please briefly describe academic, athletic, and extracurricular interests of the student:

Home address:

City:

Country:

State:

Zip: (enter "N/A" if not applicable)

Phone:

Allow nearby private schools to send me information. Share your information with nearby schools on our site and let them send you brochures.

Save this data and create your user profile. Create your own user account so you don't have to re-type your user data each time you request information. You'll also be able to track your information requests, get reminded of application dates, and more!

Username:

Password:

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Cumberland County, ME is $18,138 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Cumberland County, ME is 71% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).