Ashford School

Ashford School is a place where children receive a high quality, personalized education in a safe environment. We strive to optimize learning for each student by analyzing performance and adjusting instruction accordingly. Our students develop a strong sense of belonging in our learning community as active learners who develop and use their strengths to contribute to the learning of all. Since our students feel much ownership in their learning, they are eager to come to school every day. A major focus this year is teaching students in an interdisciplinary way utilizing the concept of STEAM (Science Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics). This approach is enabling us to make learning relevant and applicable to the real world while preparing students to be excellent thinkers and problem solvers. As part of our STEAM initiative, we recently added a new technology center consisting of a robotics lab and a computer lab. Our faculty will continue to develop lessons according to STEAM and we are one of just a few schools in Connecticut that is leading the way. Our staff is focused on connected with and inspiring students. In fact, this is one of the most important qualities that we look for in new staff members. Over the past three years, we brought on board twelve new faculty members. This year alone, we have seven new teachers. Many of our veteran staff, parents, and students were involved in their selection. I am sure that you will be pleased when you have the chance to interact with our staff. We are always open to hear from our families and community members. Please do not hesitate to come to a PTO meeting, email, or schedule a meeting to discuss the future direction of Ashford School.