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Whitby School

United States, New York

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees $39,975 - 55,280
Ages 1 - 14 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 1958
Bus Service Yes
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (MYP), Montessori Curriculum
Taught languages Spanish, Mandarin, English
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School
Introduction

Whitby School is an independent, co-educational day school in Greenwich, United States, serving ages 1 to 14. It blends Montessori philosophy in the early years with IB programs in the Middle Years. The Whitby Montessori Children's House serves infants through early childhood, while Lower School (Grades 1-4) and Middle School (Grades 5-8) follow the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme. Spanish is introduced from 18 months as part of a language-rich curriculum. The 32-acre campus houses 76,000 square feet of modern facilities, including an Athletics Center, a World Language classroom, a Design Technology lab, a Science Lab, and a Performing Arts Center for theatre and music. A library Makerspace supports hands-on learning, and the cocurricular program for Grades 5-8 is integrated into the school day. Notable offerings include Montessori Model United Nations, MATHCOUNTS, First LEGO League, and a broad athletics program with seasonal MSFAA teams. Welcoming international families with global perspectives.

www.whitbyschool.org

969 Lake Ave, Greenwich, CT 06831, United States

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The Essentials

Whitby School has instruction in English.

Location
Whitby School is located at 969 Lake Avenue, Greenwich, CT 06831, United States. Greenwich is in Fairfield County, about 45 minutes from New York City. The campus sits in a residential area of Greenwich and serves students from the local community and surrounding towns.

Stages
Stepping Stones through Grade 8.

Type
Independent, co-educational private day school.

Pupil Nationality Mix
Diverse student body represents 27 countries and more than 22 languages.

Additional learning support
English as an Additional Language (EAL) program; Lower School Language Acquisition focuses on oral language development.

Country affiliation
United States
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at Whitby School ranges from USD 39,975 to USD 55,280 for 2026/27.

Application fees

- A student application fee is charged for each applicant; commonly listed as USD 75.
- The student application fee is waived for families applying for financial aid.

Tuition fees (annual) — by year group

- Stepping Stones (18 months to 3 years):
- Half Day Program (Mon–Fri mornings): USD 34,400 per year.
- Full Day Program (Mon–Thu full days; Fri half-day): USD 42,300 per year.
- Primary 1 (3 years by Aug 1):
- Half Day Program (Mon–Fri mornings): USD 43,900 per year.
- Full Day Program (Mon–Thu full days; Fri half-day): USD 51,100 per year.
- Primary 2 (4 years by Aug 1):
- Full Day Program: USD 51,100 per year.
- Primary 3 / Kindergarten (5 years by Aug 1):
- Full Day Program: USD 51,100 per year.
- Lower School (Grades 1–4):
- Grades 1–4 Full Day Program: USD 52,900 per year (Grades 1–2 and Grades 3–4 listed at this amount).
- Middle School (Grades 5–8):
- Grades 5–8 Full Day Program: USD 55,280 per year (Grades 5–6 and Grades 7–8 listed at this amount).

Per-term / billing note

- Tuition is published as annual amounts above; deposits, billing schedules and installment options are handled through the school's enrollment and billing process (Enrollment Contract / Finance Office and the Veracross Parent Portal). Families receive billing details and the formal payment schedule through the school's enrollment/billing process.

One-time and recurring additional fees (examples by grade)

- Parents' Association fee: USD 210 per student (annual).
- Field trip / activity fees (one-time annual or trip-specific, by grade):
- Grades 1–2: USD 300 per student (annual field trip fee).
- Grade 3: USD 500 (one-time annual field trip fee).
- Grade 4: USD 600 (one-time annual field trip fee).
- Grades 5–6: USD 850 (one-time annual field trip fee).
- Grades 7–8: USD 3,900 (one-time annual field trip fee; includes the international trip week).
- Before-school and after-school program charges: Daily or seasonal rates apply for before-school and after-school care; published tuition above covers standard program hours only.
- Spiritwear / optional uniform items: SpiritWear and uniform items are offered through the school's online store; spiritwear purchases are optional and sold through the school store.

Boarding fees

- Whitby is an independent co-educational day school for students ages 18 months through Grade 8; no boarding program or boarding fees apply.

Refund information

- Whitby makes available a Tuition Refund Plan (TRP) to reduce family financial loss in the event of withdrawal for covered reasons. The TRP terms include:
- Medical withdrawal or medical absence due to injury or sickness: the Plan will pay 100% of unused yearly insured fees (less a four-day deductible) if withdrawal/absence exceeds four consecutive days.
- Mental health withdrawal or absence: the Plan will pay 60% of unused yearly insured fees (less a four-day deductible) if withdrawal/absence exceeds four consecutive days.
- Withdrawal for non-medical reasons (examples: move, change of objective, voluntary withdrawal): the Plan will pay 60% of unused yearly insured fees provided the student has attended more than 14 consecutive calendar days from their first day of attendance in the academic year.
- Enrollment deposit refund related to financial aid: when financial aid is awarded, the enrollment deposit is computed as 20% of the tuition amount net of the financial aid award; that deposit is refundable if the family formally withdraws within two weeks of notification of the financial aid decision.

Billing schedule and payment terms (contract and deposit)

- An enrollment deposit is required as part of the Enrollment Contract; for families receiving financial aid the deposit is computed as 20% of tuition net of the award. Final billing terms, schedules and payment deadlines are set in the Enrollment Contract and administered by the Finance Office and the Parent Portal.

Fee payment options (documented options)

- Financial-aid application payments (Clarity/Parent Financial Statement) may be paid by credit card (MasterCard, Visa, American Express).
- Spiritwear and uniform store purchases are processed through the school's online store (card payments).
- The school's Admissions Center and Parent Portal (Veracross) manage enrollments, billing and the family account; deposits and tuition balances are processed and recorded through the school's Finance Office and parent portal.

Other notes on fees

- Tuition assistance (need-based financial aid) is available beginning in Primary 3 (Kindergarten); the student application fee is waived for families applying for financial aid. Family eligibility and award amounts follow the school's published financial aid process. The financial aid program does not reduce additional costs such as Parents' Association dues, trip fees, the Tuition Refund Plan premium, or after-school activity fees.
Academics

Whitby School teaches IB (MYP), Montessori Curriculum for students aged 1 to 14.

Curriculum
Whitby offers Montessori-based early childhood education (Whitby Montessori Children's House) for ages 18 months through early childhood years, with Lower School (Grades 1–4) and Middle School (Grades 5–8). The Middle School follows the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP) for Grades 5–8, and Spanish is taught beginning at 18 months.

Student Teacher Ratio
5:1

Higher Education Progression
Whitby graduates are accepted at their first choice of high school; they attend competitive secondary schools including Brunswick School, Greenwich Academy, Greenwich Country Day School, Greenwich High School, and other regional day and boarding schools.
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Admissions

Admissions
Step 1: Submit Inquiry Form. Submit the Online Inquiry Form to request information about Whitby School. The Inquiry initiates the admissions process. After submission, you receive a login to the Online Admissions Portal to continue with the application and supporting materials.
Step 2: Schedule a Virtual Overview and/or Campus Tour. Schedule a Virtual Overview and/or Campus Tour. The overview introduces Whitby's classrooms, programs, and co-curricular activities and helps families learn about Whitby in a first-hand way. The Admissions Team coordinates these experiences as part of the process.
Step 3: Apply. Submit an Application for Admissions after completing the inquiry. You will receive login access to the Online Admissions Portal to submit the online application and any required recommendations and transfer documents. Whitby uses the Standard Application Online (SAO) framework and rolling admissions begin in early March, space permitting.
Step 4: Submit Records, Recommendations, and other Relevant Forms/Information. Submit Records, Recommendations, and other Relevant Forms/Information. These materials provide the Admissions Committee with a complete view of the applicant. The online portal is used to submit these documents and additional information as requested.
Step 5: Schedule Candidate Visit and Assessment. Schedule Candidate Visit and Assessment. The candidate visit and assessment help evaluate readiness for Whitby's program. The Admissions Committee reviews the results as part of the file and moves toward a decision.
Step 6: Candidate File Reviewed by Admissions Committee. Candidate File Reviewed by Admissions Committee. The committee reviews the complete file and determines placement. Whitby offers rolling admissions; decisions depend on space. Applicants with English as an Additional Language are assessed and placed according to Whitby's language-proficiency procedures (including interviews, language assessments, and appropriate placement).

Scholarships
Financial Aid Options. Whitby School offers Financial Aid Options to support a diverse community. Financial aid is available for new and existing Whitby families and covers tuition costs based on need; the process uses Clarity for information collection. Tuition assistance is available beginning in Primary 3 (Kindergarten). The financial aid application must be completed through Clarity, including submission of required financial information; awards are determined by the Whitby Financial Aid Committee and are contingent on available funds and timely submission. The aid includes tuition remission and need-based awards; the enrollment deposit remains 20% of tuition net of aid and is refundable if withdrawal occurs within two weeks of notification.
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