Forman School is an independent, coeducational, college preparatory school for bright students with identified learning differences.
Based on their unique learning profile, Forman develops the whole student so that every graduate becomes an educated, confident, self-advocate throughout life.
Founded in 1930, on the belief that many gifted students were not being adequately served by traditional teaching methods, the founders tapped Albert Einstein and Sam Orton as board members for their knowledge in the emerging fields of neuroscience and dyslexia.
The School serves over 200 students from 31 states and 9 countries and has a 100% college acceptance rate.
In addition to our year-round program, we offer a 4-week summer school that serves students entering grades 7 -11.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: (Boarding) 9-12, PG
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $85,900
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $70,200
- Acceptance rate: 80%
- Average class size: 8 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Forman School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 289 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
Student Attention
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1930
1906
Campus Size
125 acres
130 acres
Student Body
Enrollment
240 students
314 students
% Students of Color
19%
25%
% International Students
3%
20%
% Students Boarding
80%
70%
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
No
No
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
7:1
ESL Courses Offered
No
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
67%
71%
Summer Program Details
Tuition Cost
Endowment Size
$8 million
$25 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$85,900
$63,120
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$70,200
$35,700
Summer Program Cost
$9,500
(Summer 2022 Boarding Tuition - $9,500 Summer 2022 Day Tuition - $7,735)
(Summer 2022 Boarding Tuition - $9,500 Summer 2022 Day Tuition - $7,735)
% Students on Financial Aid
21%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$18,500
$25,000
Merit Scholarships Offered
No
No
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance Rate
80%
60%
Director of Admissions
Jaime Feinman
Associate Director of Admissions
Meredith Shafer
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
22
16
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
12
23
Extracurriculars
Community Service Association, Girl Scouts, Improv Comedy Club, Rock and Blues Band, Student Government, Student Leader Program, Tour Guide Program
Club or Organization:
Community Service Club, Model UN, National Honor Society
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Theater Arts, Yearbook
Club or Organization:
Community Service Club, Model UN, National Honor Society
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Theater Arts, Yearbook
College Matriculation
Year:
10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
School Notes
- The Forman School is a coed, college preparatory boarding school for bright students in grades 9-PG, with diagnosed language-based learning differences, such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, executive functioning, ADD, ADHD.
- We employ state-of-the-art assistive technology that both supports and empowers our students.
- Each student works with specially trained teachers to study metacognitive skills, multisensory reading, thinking and writing, and executive function coaching// Tutors are available every evening for help with homework and reinforcement of learning skills and content from class.
- All Forman students are guided through a college preparatory curriculum and the school has a 100% college acceptance rate
- Our extensive visual/performing arts programs, as well as 26 competitive/non-competitive athletic offerings give students an opportunity to explore new and existing areas of interest.
- The School offers a number of hands-on, experiential learning opportunities such as travel/study Winterim program, boat building, sign language, rock & jazz band, videography & photography, and the Costa Rican Rain Forest project.
- Litchfield is a small, rural town located in the hills of northwestern Connecticut, two hours from New York and two and a half hours from Boston.
- Forman School accreditations: New England Association of Schools and Colleges
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- J Seward Johnson II - Bronze Sculptor
- David Rublin - Member of the band American Authors
- Richard Henkels - Award-winning cinematographer
- Eli Gesner - One of the founding members of ZooYork.
- Mitchell Block - Academy Award winning producer and Academy Award nominated filmmaker
- Toni Fishman - Owner of Telefunken
- Shawn Lerner - Owner of Zip-Flyer, LLC, creator of the largest zipline in the world, Las Vegas Slotzilla
- Blake Miller - Professional lacrosse player
- Nicholas Kraus - Founder of Wounded Warrior project
- Leigh H. Perkins - Purchased The Orvis Co., Inc. in 1965 and built it into a significant presence.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Forman School cost?
Forman School's tuition is approximately $85,900 for boarding students and $70,200 for day students.
What is the acceptance rate of Forman School?
The acceptance rate of Forman School is 80%, which is higher than the boarding school average of 60%.
Who are famous alumni from Forman School?
Forman School famous alumni include: J Seward Johnson II, David Rublin, Richard Henkels, Eli Gesner, Mitchell Block, Toni Fishman, Shawn Lerner, Blake Miller, Nicholas Kraus and Leigh H. Perkins.
What sports does Forman School offer?
Forman School offers 22 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Climbing, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Equestrian, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Kayaking, Lacrosse, Rock Climbing, Sailing, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball and Wrestling.
Does Forman School offer a summer program?
Yes, Forman School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What is Forman School's ranking?
Forman School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Small average class sizes and Low student:teacher ratio.
When is the application deadline for Forman School?
The application deadline for Forman School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The school felt like home. I know everyone and I know it sounds cliche but it was it was my home away from home. I had dorm parents who I respected like parent. They took. . .
There are two specific things that make Forman unique. The first being the location of the school. The second benign the immense about of different programs and extracurricular star Forman had to offer. . .
Forman was a transformative experience for me, both in terms of my education and my personal development. Also, Forman's small size, quaint campus and close-nit community made warming up to a new place and people. . .
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