tuition & financial assistance
During a tour, attendees will learn about our educational approach and success at to \meeting the academic needs of dyslexic learners. Our leadership team will also discuss our guiding beliefs, present our program's structure, highlight our school culture, and detail our admissions process. Tour attendees will also walk the campus and observe classroom instruction.
Tuition 2026-27
Grades 2 $39,530
Grades 3 - 4 $41,500
Grades 5 - 8 $44,515
Lunch fee (mandatory) $2,175
New Student Onboarding - Summer session (mandatory for incoming families) - $1,500
Outdoor Education Fees (grades 4-8 only)
Grade 4 $250
Grade 5 $600
Grades 6 - 8 $1,200
Van Rates - TBD
Summer School - this is a separate fee (please read the Summer School section of the website)
Payment Plans:
Families may pay tuition in one (1), four (4), or ten (10) installments. All plans require that 10% of the tuition be paid as a non-refundable deposit with the return of the enrollment agreement.
We will work with families who experience unexpected challenges meeting their chosen plan.
Financial Assistance
The cost of tuition for specialized education for a child can often be an unexpected weight to a family budget. If affording tuition causes financial strain, please talk with us. Know that the first thing we will emphatically state is that we encourage all families, regardless of ability to pay to apply. Like every community, ours is made stronger by its people. A diversity of people makes for a stronger community.
We disbursed $350,000 is grants in 2025/26. Awards have ranged from $5000 to $25,000. All grants are based on demonstrated financial need. We partner with to ensure equity and verification in award decisions.
Parents must reapply each year to receive continued financial assistance. Awards are made on a first-come, first-served basis.
How to Apply for Financial Assistance
Families who are seeking financial support should register with Clarity. Please note that 2025 tax returns are required to complete your application.
Financial Aid for Unexpected Circumstances
We understand that families may experience unforeseen financial challenges after enrollment agreements and financial aid awards have been finalized in January. Life circumstances can change suddenly, resulting in unexpected financial hardship at any time. We encourage families facing unexpected financial difficulties after January to reach out to us if the need arises. We may be able to offer support if budgetary constraints allow it. We ask that you complete an application in Clarity, where you can provide a detailed narrative of your current situation along with your financial documentation. Our Board will consider these requests during their upcoming monthly meeting and respond as promptly as possible. To begin this process, please contact Sara Ridgel (sara@northbridgeacademy.org).
Thank you for being part of our community.