Applewild School

Fitchburg

Massachusetts

United States

Overview

Founded in 1957, Applewild School is a junior boarding (grades 4-9) and day (grades PS-9) school located an hour west of Boston. Our highly personalized boarding program offers students from the US and abroad the opportunity to live and learn together as they prepare for secondary school. Our 28-acre campus, surrounded by conservation land and residential neighborhoods, includes three playing fields, a cross-country course, walking trails, and a sloping front lawn perfect for winter sledding. Our dormitories are fully-renovated antique mansions that feature beautiful common rooms, historic details, and bedroom suites. Graduates of Applewild are positioned for personal and academic success at their secondary schools. Ninety percent of our graduates earn admission to their first- or second-choice school. But most of all, Applewild students know who they are and understand what is possible for them as a result of their time here. Our students are able to attain this level of accomplishment through the School's focus on metacognition – the ability to think about one’s own thinking – throughout all our programs, which empowers students to understand who they are as learners and what they need to be successful. Our metacognitive approach, combined with strong academics, athletics, and arts allows each student to develop to their maximum potential.

Academics

Department Director

Student/Teacher Ratio: :

Average Class Size:

Summer Programs: Not Offered

Full Time Teachers:

Number of AP Courses Offered: 0

Teachers Holding Advanced Degrees: 0%

Number of IB Courses Offered: 0

Learning Support

Evening Study Assistance
Learning Center
Learning Differences Support
Study Skills Assistance
Subject Tutoring
ADD/ADHD Support

English

Creative Writing
Literature
Poetry
Public Speaking
Composition
American Literature

History

United States History
World History

Foreign Languages

Spanish

Sciences

Biology
Chemistry
Earth Science
Ecology
Environmental Science
Health
Engineering
Life Science
Computer Science

Math

Algebra
Geometry
Honors Math
Statistics
Pre-Algebra

Computer Studies

Computer Programming
Robotics
Graphic Design
Digital Media
Video Game Design

Music

Band
Choral Music
Composition
History of Jazz
A Cappella

Performing / Visual Arts

Acting
Animation
Ceramics
Design
Drama
Drawing
Fashion Design
Fiber Arts
Graphic Design
Lighting Design
Painting
Portfolio
Pottery
3-D Art
Jazz Band
Digital Imaging
Multimedia
Illustration

Special Programs

Personal Finance
Leadership
Outdoor Education
Public Speaking
Student Council
Maker Space

Distinctive or New Programs

Campus Life

Dorm Life

Number of Dorms: 2

Average Students Per Dorm: 16

Number of Girls Dorms: 1

Number of Boys Dorms: 1

Dorm Amenities

Lounge
Wireless Internet
Full Kitchen
Refrigerator

Other Dorm Amenities

Facilities

Basketball Court
Fitness Center
Indoor Basketball Court
Pool
Soccer Field
Athletic Fields
Equestrian Facilities
Cross Country Trails

Other Facilities

Clubs & Organizations

Arts & Athletics

Arts Department Director:

Athletics Department Director:

Arts

Acting
Animation
Ceramics
Design
Drama
Drawing
Fashion Design
Fiber Arts
Graphic Design
Lighting Design
Painting
Portfolio
Pottery
3-D Art
Jazz Band
Digital Imaging
Multimedia
Illustration

Interscholastic Sports

Alpine Skiing
Alpine Ski Racing
Basketball
Cross Country Running
Equestrian
Field Hockey
Horseback Riding
Lacrosse
Outdoor Education
Soccer
Track and Field
Ultimate Frisbee

Recreational Sports

Alpine Skiing
Badminton
Bowling
Camping
Canoeing
Equestrian
Hiking
Horseback Riding
Paddle Tennis
Snowboarding
Soccer
Ice Skating
Fitness
Pickleball
Skiing
Outdoor Activities
Disc Golf

Graduates

Quotes From Alumni

“Applewild has given me so much for which to be thankful, but above all I’m grateful for the incredible faculty.”

-Chris McDonald, Class of 2009,

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Vital Information

Student Body Type:

Total Boarding: 34

Total Day: 166

Total Enrollment: 200

Boys: 99

Girls: 101

Boarding Grades Offered: 4-9

Day Grades Offered: -

School Type: Elementary, Middle, High School

Dress Code: Casual

Applications Accepted: SAO, Gateway to Prep

Application Deadline: January 1st

Tuition & Financial Aid

7-Day Boarding: $70,000

5-Day Boarding: $61,500

Day Tuition Fee: $26,000

Need-Based Aid: Not Offered

Payment Plans: Offered

Students Receiving Aid: %

Average Awarded: $0

School Finances

Merit Scholarships: Not Offered

Students Receiving Merit Scholarships: %

Average Merit Scholarship: $0

Current Endowment Amount: $0

Contact

120 Prospect Street

Fitchburg, Massachusetts United States

(978) 342-6053 x 163

Director of Admissions:

Admissions Phone: (978) 342-6053 x 163

Fax:

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.applewild.org

Nearby Schools

Cushing Academy - 6mi / 10 km
Groton School - 11mi / 18 km
Lawrence Academy - 12mi / 20 km
Hillside School - 20mi / 32 km
Middlesex School - 23mi / 38 km
Worcester Academy - 24mi / 38 km

School Events

Junior Boarding Webinar:

Monday Nov 01 2021 - Monday Nov 01 2021

07:00:00pm - 08:00:00pm

Join Dean of Students and Director of Residential Life Vinny Giambrocco, Director of Admission Alec Wall, and current Applewild students to learn about our junior boarding program for students in grades 5-9.

Virtual Information Sessions:

Wednesday Oct 20 2021 - Thursday Jan 01 1970

04:00:00pm - 05:00:00pm

Learn more about Applewild from Director of Admission Alec Wall at one of the following virtual information sessions: Wednesday, October 20, 4:00-5:00pm ET Friday, October 29, 12:00-1:00pm ET Thursday, November 11, 6:30-7:30pm ET Wednesday, November 17, 4:00-5:00pm ET Friday, December 3, 12:00-1:00pm ET

Parents' League of New York Boarding School Virtual Fair:

Tuesday Oct 19 2021 - Tuesday Oct 19 2021

07:52:00pm - 08:52:00pm

This 20-minute virtual fair is free and open to the public—not just for families from New York! Register to learn more about our grade 5-9 boarding program.

Open House:

Saturday Oct 23 2021 - Thursday Jan 01 1970

01:00:00pm - 03:00:00pm