Winston Prep is a co-ed day school with campuses in New York City, Norwalk, CT, Whippany, NJ, and Dix Hills, Long Island. We provide an individualized education for 4th through 12th grade students with learning differences such as dyslexia, nonverbal learning disabilities, expressive or receptive language disorders and attention deficit problems.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 115 students
- Acceptance rate: 43%
- Average class size: 8 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Upcoming Events
- Open House - Fri., September 19, 2025 - get more information!
- Open House - Wed., October 08, 2025 - get more information!
- Open House - Fri., October 17, 2025 - get more information!
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Top Rankings
Winston Preparatory School CT ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Extracurriculars
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Language-based Learning Differences, Dyslexia, Nonverbal learning disabilities, Executive Functioning
Year Founded
2007
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
115 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
8 students
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Acceptance Rate
43%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Michelle Rolfe
Admissions Associate
Danielle Hawaux
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
28 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
"Be Kind" BulldogsBoard Games
Coding ClubCommunity Service at Carousel Kids
Community Service at Notre DameGLOW Club (Gay, Lesbian, or Whatever)
Lego CreationsMagic Tricks
Movie ClubStudy Hall
Winston Journal
Arts and Music Programs:
Free DrawIntro to Performing Arts
Jam SessionsWinston Prep Players (drama program)
Recreational Athletic Programs:
BasketballCrew
Cross CountryDance
Disc Golf/Frisbee GamesFencing Club
FootballGolf Clinic
Running ClubSwimming
Wiffle BallYoga
Zumba
School Notes
- Winston Prep is a co-ed day school with campuses in New York City, Norwalk, CT, Whippany, NJ, and Dix Hills, Long Island. We provide an individualized education for 4th through 12th grade students with learning differences such as dyslexia, nonverbal learning disabilities, expressive or receptive language disorders and attention deficit problems.
- Our mission is to facilitate the independence of individuals with learning difficulties through assessment driven individualized education, research and outreach.Our unique model of education for the individual,designed to develop essential skills and challenge strengths,provides intensive skill remediation, while encouraging students to build independence, resilience, responsibility, self-awareness, and self-advocacy. Key to the development of each student is the focus on assessment-based remediation, our daily one-to-one Focus Program, a skill-based curriculum, small homogenous class groupings, an expert faculty, an emphasis on social-emotional development, and a supportive learning community.
- Educational programs at WPS center on facilitating the independence of students with learning difficulties through assessment driven individualized education. To achieve this mission, Winston`s curriculum focuses on skill-based learning with an underlying emphasis on social-emotional growth. Small classes of 8-12 students help to create a comfortable learning environment and facilitate the individualization of course work. At the high school level, students with appropriate levels of skill mastery may participate in college courses. Ninety percent of graduates in the last five years have been accepted to college.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Winston Preparatory School CT?
The acceptance rate of Winston Preparatory School CT is 43%, which is lower than the national average of 71%.
Does Winston Preparatory School CT offer a summer program?
Yes, Winston Preparatory School CT offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Winston Preparatory School CT offer?
Winston Preparatory School CT offers 1 interscholastic sports: Basketball.
When is the application deadline for Winston Preparatory School CT?
The application deadline for Winston Preparatory School CT is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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