Forman School (2026 Profile)

5.00 (6 reviews)

Tel: (860) 567-1802

12 Norfolk Road, P.O. Box 80
Litchfield, CT 06759

www.formanschool.org

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Forman School Photo #1 - The Forman Green is at the center of campus life. Surrounded by dorms and faculty homes, it reflects the traditional charm of an historic New England community.

Forman School Photo #2 - Forman offers a traditional college preparatory program that balances academics with athletics, arts, clubs and other extracurricular activities.

Forman School Photo #3 - The academic program at Forman School offers a college preparatory curriculum under the auspices of the Forman Institute for Cognition and Learning. Courses including metacognitive strategies, thinking and writing, executive function coaching, and perspectives in learning enable students to understand how they learn and develop strategies and self advocacy skills for success in college and beyond.

Forman School Photo #4 - The Science Center opened in September 2013. The 9000 square foot building includes four state-of-the-art labs, a large commons area with the latest technology and small math classrooms. Outside is a Raingarden that features a vernal pond and indigenous plantings used as a living lab by ecology classes.

Forman School Photo #5 - Students participate throughout the year in Forman?'s after-class program. Activities range from competitive sports to boatbuilding to theater arts. FALL - football, soccer, cross country, volleyball, rock climbing, boat building, theater WINTER - ice hockey, basketball, wrestling, coed alpine racing, dance, fitness, boatbuilding, theater SPRING - lacrosse, tennis, baseball, crew, golf, ultimate frisbee, whitewater kayaking, equestrian, theater

Forman School Photo #6 - This Music Program at Forman is designed for musicians of all levels; specifically, those who want to develop their talent while having fun learning and playing music in a band. We focus on learning parts, understanding the basic language of music, playing together, improvising, and individual technique.

Forman School Photo #7 - The Outdoor Leadership Program allows students to explore and challenge themselves in multiple areas of our 100+ acre campus and the surrounding rivers and mountains of Northwest Connecticut.

Forman School Photo #8 - The Theater Program offers two years of acting training, half-year classes in improvisation and public speaking and a technical theater class. Auditions for co-curricular productions are open to all students. Plays are presented at the end of each sports season; a musical is mounted each winter. For a list of performances see: www.formanschool.org/arts/performing-arts

Forman School Photo #9 - Forman has a total of 13 dormitories on campus. The majority (85%) of students are boarders, but day students are invited to participate fully in evening study halls, meals, social events and other campus activities.

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 Facts (2026)

Grades: 9-12, PG
Enrollment: 210 students
Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $91,100
Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $74,500
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 307 schools) for:

School Overview

| 2025 School Data

Forman School

Boarding School Avg.

School Focus

College Preparatory

Grades Offered

9-12, PG

9-12

School Type

Co-ed

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Supports Learning Differences (LD)

Yes

Religious Affiliation

Non-denominational

Year Founded

1930

1909

Campus Size

125 acres

School Motto

There's no place like Forman.

Student Body

Enrollment

210 students

300 students

% Students of Color

19%

25%

% International Students

20%

% Students Boarding

80%

70%

Offers Post-Grad Year

Yes

Academic Profile

Saturday Classes

Classroom Dress Code

Formal
blazer, khaki pants

Casual

Average Class Size

8 students

* National Avg. »18

Student-Teacher Ratio

4:1

7:1

ESL Courses Offered

Yes

% Faculty with Advanced Degree

67%

70%

Summer Program Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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Tuition & Financial Aid

Endowment Size

$8 million

$25 million

Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)

$91,100

$59,900

Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)

$74,500

$33,500

Summer Program Cost

$10,100
(Summer 2024 Boarding Tuition - $10,100 Summer 2024 Day Tuition - $8,250)

% Students on Financial Aid

21%

40%

Avg. Financial Aid Grant

$18,500

$25,000

Admissions

Application Deadline

None / Rolling

Jan. 15

Accepts Standardized Application (SAO and/or Gateway)

Yes

Acceptance Rate

80%

58%

Director of Admissions

Jaime Feinman

Associate Director of Admissions

Tyler Harrington

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered

Colors

N/A

School Mascot

Lions

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations

Extracurriculars

Community Service AssociationGirl Scouts

Improv Comedy ClubRock and Blues Band

Student GovernmentStudent Leader Program

Theater ArtsTour Guide Program

Club or Organization:

Community Service ClubModel UN

National Honor SocietyYearbook

College Matriculation

College Acceptance Rate

100%

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School Notes

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.
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

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Forman School cost?

Forman School's tuition is approximately $91,100 for boarding students and $74,500 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 58%.

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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Forman School Alumni #1
Class of 2011
5.008/14/2016
Clarkson University

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 School Alumni #2
Class of 1995
5.007/27/2016
Parsons School of Design

Forman School is a unique school as it specializes in students that have some form of learning disability. With one on one classes and individual support students have the full support of the faculty and. . .

Forman School Alumni #3
Class of 1980
5.007/27/2016
Hartwick

Overall positive experience. Small classes of 5-15, Faculty that genuinely cared & provided specialized attention to students who were either slow learners or behind their grade level. They laid a foundation I draw. . .

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