Barnstable Academy is a private college preparatory school that provides a warm and supportive environment designed to help students thrive. The school specializes in a relationship-first teaching approach in a small classroom setting that provides academic excellence in addition to social and emotional support.
PERSONALIZED EDUCATION FOR ALL STUDENTS
Barnstable offers college preparatory, honors and AP-level courses as well as specialized executive functioning courses, an Accent Reading program, and 1:1 teaching for both gifted students as well as those who need extra academic support in certain subjects. Teachers genuinely care about their students, encourage individual strengths and support student growth. “Our school remains small by design so that we can continue to provide a personalized education to every student,” says Head of School Ashley Crowley.
With an average class size of 8 to 12, teachers are able to address students’ unique strengths and provide support as needed. Each class utilizes multimodal teaching methods to meet the demands of a variety of learners. Barnstable students consistently achieve AP test scores above state and national averages and earn merit-based scholarships. The school also offers a post-secondary counseling program. “Barnstable Academy provides an ideal environment for bright students to thrive in a small school setting,” she says.
WHERE STUDENTS REACH THEIR FULL POTENTIAL
Barnstable has an extensive offering of clubs, enrichment classes and electives, many of which have been student-driven; they include soccer, varsity basketball and cheer, performing arts, mock trial, neurodivergent club, math or coding club, and introduction to stop-motion animation. A parent ambassador organization supports the school community as a whole, while an active community service club, student government and National Honor Societies spearhead community service opportunities and engagement for students.
“We often hear from parents that our school has given them their child back. They are once again excited to learn and feel seen and understood by our teachers, staff and peers,” says Director of Admissions and Outreach Carlton Tanis. “Our ability to be able to hone in on each student’s particular interests and create opportunities to try new things or dive deeper into their passions truly allows our students to reach their full potential.”
8 Wright Way, Oakland
201-651-0200
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