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Open House Details:

Wed., July 09, 2025  - Hartford, CT

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

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Kimberly McDonald, (860) 236-5618 Ext. 136, kimberly_mcdonald@watkinson.org

Join us for an info session barbecue. Learn more about our mission to give students the power to shape their own lives and the world around them. Come see the possibilities for yourself.RSVP watkinson.org/visit

Wed., August 06, 2025  - Hartford, CT

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

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Kimberly McDonald, (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.

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