Top Private School Events in Connecticut

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Top Connecticut open-houses (2024) are listed below

Wed., August 07, 2024  - Hartford, CT

Open House
Watkinson School
180 Bloomfield Avenue, Hartford, CT 06105
6:00pm (EDT) - 8:00pm (EDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Maryann Dupuis, (860) 236-5618, maryann_dupuis@watkinson.org

Watkinson has had another record-breaking year! For the second year in a row, 94% of Watkinson families said YES to returning this year. These are our highest retention rates in 40 years. Not only is this historic for Watkinson, but this also far surpasses the current national trend (88% according to the National Association of Independent Schools). Our high retention rate signifies the pride and satisfaction our parents and students have about their Watkinson experiences.Come see for yourself at our next info session. We can't wait to meet you! You can introduce yourself to Watkinson by attending an info session and/or taking a private tour. During the summer, we have in-person, outdoor info sessions in the evening. These events include a barbecue, campus tour, and time with school leaders, faculty, and students.

Thu., September 26, 2024  - Hamden, CT

Tour
Hamden Hall Country Day School
1108 Whitney Ave, Hamden, CT 06517
9:00am (EDT) - 11:00am (EDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: (203) 752-2610, mborelli@hamdenhall.org

Our Coffee and Campus Tour Events are opportunities to visit school in session. Prospective students and their families are able to explore campus and our classrooms alongside our student ambassadors to better learn about our academic community. Members of our Admissions Team are also on hand to answer questions and offer insight on student activities, programming, and the overall Hamden Hall Experience. The event begins at 9 A.M. in our Swain Library located at the center of campus. Visit our website to register: www.hamdenhall.org/admissions.

Sat., October 19, 2024  - Milford, CT

Open House
Lauralton Hall
200 High St, Milford, CT 06460
9:00am (EDT) - 12:00pm (EDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Yvonne Fosse-Previs, (203) 877-2786 Ext. 125, admission@Lauraltonhall.org

Join us on Saturday, October 19 for the Science Olympics Open House! This event is designed for 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade girls interested in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) - and having some fun! Girls will form teams of up to four to compete in events related to physics, chemistry, earth science, and biology. If you do not have enough members to make a complete team, no worries! Girls will be randomly assigned to fill existing teams. Lauralton Hall will provide light refreshments, and awards will be presented at the end of the program.But wait, there's more! While the students are engaging in the Science Olympics activities, parents are invited to stay for an Open House Informational Session hosted by the Director of Enrollment Mrs. Yvonne Fosse-Previs '90, P'27.

Sat., October 19, 2024  - Fairfield, CT

Open House
Notre Dame Prep of Sacred Heart University
220 Jefferson St, Fairfield, CT 06825
11:00am (EDT) - 1:00pm (EDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Karen Guastelle, (203) 372-6521, kguastelle@notredame.org

Our Fall Open House will be held on Saturday, October 19 at 11:00 a.m. The Open House will be an opportunity to learn about Notre Dame and all that we have to offer you. You will have an opportunity to hear from our Principal, students, faculty, Director of Athletics and our Director of Performing arts.

Sun., October 20, 2024  - Trumbull, CT

Open House
St. Joseph High School
2320 Huntington Tpke, Trumbull, CT 06611
1:00pm (EDT) - 3:00pm (EDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information:

Our Fall Open House is designed to provide you with all the information you need to make your best high school enrollment choice. Our dedicated team will be available to answer any questions you may have about our curriculum, admissions process, financial aid options, and more. We hope you'll join us to learn more about our Mission for More as we guide students towards academic excellence, personal growth, and a strong moral foundation.

Sat., October 26, 2024  - Greenwich, CT

Open House
Brunswick School
270 Lake Avenue, Greenwich, CT 06831
10:00am (EDT) - 1:00pm (EDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Sara Martell, (203) 485-3660, smartell@brunswickschool.org

All prospective PreSchool families are welcome to attend Brunswick School's Annual Admission Reception. Meet our Head of School and hear directly from Brunswick students and faculty. Attending the reception is for informational purposes only and not a requirement for admission. We encourage all interested families to RSVP at https://bwick.org/openhouse

Sun., October 27, 2024  - Greenwich, CT

Open House
Brunswick School
100 Maher Avenue, Greenwich, CT 06830
1:00pm (EDT) - 4:00pm (EDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Rachel Ocken, (203) 625-5842, rocken@brunswickschool.org

All prospective Upper School families are welcome to attend Brunswick School's Annual Admission Reception. Meet our Head of School and hear directly from Brunswick students and faculty. Attending the reception is for informational purposes only and not a requirement for admission. We encourage all interested families to RSVP at https://bwick.org/openhouse

Sun., November 03, 2024  - Greenwich, CT

Open House
Brunswick School
1252 King Street, Greenwich, CT 06830
1:00am (EDT) - 4:00am (EDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: David Bruce, (203) 485-3660, dbruce@brunswickschool.org

All prospective Lower and Middle School families are welcome to attend Brunswick School's Annual Admission Reception. Meet our Head of School and hear directly from Brunswick students and faculty. Attending the reception is for informational purposes only and not a requirement for admission. We encourage all interested families to RSVP at https://bwick.org/openhouse

Sun., November 03, 2024  - Hamden, CT

Open House
Hamden Hall Country Day School
1108 Whitney Ave, Hamden, CT 06517
1:00am (EDT) - 3:00am (EDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Megan Borelli, (203) 752-2610, mborelli@hamdenhall.org

Hamden Hall Country Day School, a private school that enrolls students in PreSchool through Grade 12, welcomes prospective students and their families to Open House on Sunday, Nov. 3, from 1 to 3 p.m. Student-guided tours will allow families to fully explore Hamden Hall`s dedicated learning environments including the Schiavone Science Center, Taylor Performing Arts Center, Swain Library and Barbara Olin Taylor Learning Commons, MakerSpace Design Lab, and more. Prospective students and their families will meet faculty, administrators, coaching staff, current parents, and alumni all of whom will be on campus to answer questions about all facets of "The Hamden Hall Experience." Private tours of Hamden Hall`s state-of-the-art Beckerman Athletic Center at the Skiff Street Athletic Complex will also be available. For further information about Hamden Hall`s Open House or monthly campus tour opportunities, contact the Admissions Office at 203.752.2610 or visit www.hamdenhall.org.

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