What are the advantages of Breakwater’s small school environment?
Breakwater truly is a place where “everybody knows your name.” We know our students by their distinctive smiles and unique styles. Our small, intimate setting enables us to be a tight-knit community that fosters a culture of belonging, accountability, and support. Older children look out for younger peers on the playground, the Director of Admissions takes a turn supervising recess, and the Head of School often acts as crossing guard in order to welcome kids safely to school. It is in this safe, connected learning environment that children feel secure enough to take risks and move outside of their comfort zones where transformational learning can take place. Our teachers’ in-depth understanding of each child’s physical, emotional, and intellectual strengths and needs enables them to offer a personalized learning experience for each student within the flexible yet structured curriculum. Nearly 40 years of research on small school environments suggests that students in small schools expe
