A private, independent school (A Non-diocesan school) that values excellence in educating the whole child- mind, body and spirit.
We have small class sizes that places the focus on individual student learning.
Our school community is warm, supportive and based on a positive school climate.
We pride ourselves in a positive school culture where students are excited to come to school and teachers thoroughly love teaching!
We celebrate excellence in all that we do here at OLM Prep.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Top Ranked CT School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 127 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,350
- Acceptance rate: 99%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
OLM PREP ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Dsylexia, learning differences of struggling students
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
127 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
2%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
99%
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
OLM Prep school uniform
OLM Prep school uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Flexible terms to pay over 10 months.
% on Financial Aid
10%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
99%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Admission Team
Admissions Associate
Office Staff
Endowment Size
$1 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
14 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chess Club, First Lego League Robotics Team, Sewing Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Dance and Arts, Drama productions, Theatre
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Cougar Clinics
Chess Club, First Lego League Robotics Team, Sewing Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Dance and Arts, Drama productions, Theatre
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Cougar Clinics
School Notes
- OLM Prep`s Mission is to nurture children into kind, thoughtful, and creative innovators, who have a thirst for knowledge and can synthesize their learning to become our future leaders. Our curriculum is innovative and delivers outstanding results for each and every student.
- Our class sizes allow our highly qualified teachers to teach to individual needs of every child. We provide educational services to all students encouraging their unlimited potential educationally, socially and personally. We excel at happiness for each child and our teachers are certified educators with Master Degrees in their discipline.
- Each and every day provides the opportunity for personal and educational growth that far exceeds family expectations.
- We love our students and it shows!
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does OLM PREP cost?
OLM PREP's tuition is approximately $7,350 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of OLM PREP?
The acceptance rate of OLM PREP is 99%, which is higher than the national average of 69%.
What sports does OLM PREP offer?
OLM PREP offers 14 interscholastic sports: Ballet, Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Fencing, Golf, Indoor Soccer, Intramural Sports Only, Sailing, Soccer, Tennis and Track and Field.
What is OLM PREP's ranking?
OLM PREP ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for OLM PREP?
The application deadline for OLM PREP is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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