The Phoenix School

As a parent with a student about to complete their first year at Phoenix, I have been incredibly impressed thus far with just how fast the Phoenix team has been with regard to creating a sense of community. My child had transferred from a public school, and we worried it would be hard to make new friends and settle into a new educational framework, but we needn't have worried. Within a week, our child had a solid group, and things have only deepened and widened since. Other highlights have been seeing my child gain more confidence as a public speaker, a reader (who after struggling for years is now bordering on "voracious"), and a visual artist. My otherwise shy and introverted child is making leaps and bounds toward a sense of autonomy, self-worth, and self-advocacy. I couldn't be happier.

The Phoenix School is a truly unique learning environment, and the passion and dedication of the teachers are unparalleled. It has been amazing to see how their hands-on approach has fostered a genuine excitement for the learning process. As our son wraps up his third year at the school we continue to be impressed by his progress, both academically and socially, and we've also been thrilled to see him making meaningful connections with his classmates of all ages. If you're thinking about private schools, you owe it to your child to come to take a tour of Phoenix and see for yourself what makes it so special.

Experiences with past schools felt like we were dealing with bullying or social status more than learning. Our kids didn't want to go to school. The Phoenix school changed everything. Now our kids love school, each day is an adventure, and they are learning real-world problem-solving, creativity, collaboration, leadership, and empathy. The unique approach took some getting used to, but we see it building a deep love of learning in our kids that is preparing them for the future. Yes, it's small, yes it's unconventional, and it might be the best-kept secret on the North Shore check it out.

My son has been here for one year. The teachers are incredibly gifted and talented. Each student receives essentially a custom-designed education. They progress as fast as they learn. My son has some mild special needs which are accommodated here and are a good fit with the student body. This school is like a family -- it takes a village to raise a child, and that includes being partners with their educators. I highly recommend!