Fairhaven opened in 1998 on a 12 acre site complete with a fossil-filled stream, woods and fields.
Fairhaven is one of a growing number of schools around the world modeled after Sudbury Valley School in Massachusetts, which opened in 1968.
Motivated by curiosity and the drive to become competent adults, Fairhaven students grow emotionally, creatively, and intellectually through play, school governance, conversation, the arts, classes, computer activities, reading, and the exploration of nature.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 55 students
- Yearly Tuition: $12,880
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
1998
Summer School Offered
Yes
Campus Size
12 acres
Student Body
Total Students
55 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
30%
State avg.: 38%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
40%
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$12,880
Tuition Notes
2nd child in family = $10,948; 3rd child in family =$7,728 Tuition Assistance is available
Admissions Director
Mark McCaig
Admissions Associate
Betsy Campbell
School Notes
- School Motto: At Fairhaven it’s your voice, your choice, your school!
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Fairhaven School cost?
Fairhaven School's tuition is approximately $12,880 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Fairhaven School?
The application deadline for Fairhaven School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Calendar
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