The Southport School (2026 Profile)

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Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Special Program Emphasis
Grades: 2-8
Enrollment: 112 students
Yearly Tuition: $72,975
Average class size: 4 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

School Type

School with Special Program Emphasis

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 2-8

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Dyslexia, Language-based learning differences, ADHD

Year Founded

1984

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

112 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 31%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

45 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

2:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

4 students

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$72,975

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Summer Program Cost

$3,400

% on Financial Aid

24%

Admissions Director

Samantha Berg

Application URL

Online Application

Endowment Size

$5.5 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

2 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

4 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Social and Emotional Learning

Arts and Music Programs:

Art ClubWorld Music

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Mindfulness and Movement

School Notes

The Southport School is an independent day school for cerebrodiverse children in grades 2-8 with language-based learning differences like dyslexia and attention issues. Founded in 1984, The Southport School provides transformative educational experiences and thought leadership that acknowledge a student's strengths, promote independent thinking and self-advocacy, and facilitate a successful transition for continued academic achievement.
Our whole-child approach reawakens students' love of learning, resiliency, and sense of possibilities.
And when we reach and teach the student, we often find the experience transforms the whole family.
We provide transformative education experiences and thought leadership that have a lifelong impact on students.

School Mascot: Schooner The Sea Dog

The TSS Difference
The Southport School is an independent day school for cerebrodiverse children in grades 2-8 with language-based learning differences like dyslexiaand attention issues. Founded in 1984, The Southport School provides transformative educational experiences and thought leadership that acknowledge a student's strengths, promote independent thinking and self-advocacy, and facilitate a successful transition for continued academic achievement. The Southport School provides a 4:1 student-to-teacher ratio and a supportive environment where students receive individualized instruction championed by expert faculty using research and evidence-based approaches. The Southport School serves 112 students from neighboring Connecticut and New York communities.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Southport School cost?

The Southport School's tuition is approximately $72,975 for private students and $3,400 for summer students.

Does The Southport School offer a summer program?

Yes, The Southport School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What sports does The Southport School offer?

The Southport School offers 2 interscholastic sports: Basketball and Cross Country.

When is the application deadline for The Southport School?

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

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