Middlebridge School has been selected for inclusion in Elevate: 16 Boarding Schools and the Practice of Holistic Education, a new publication highlighting boarding schools across the United States that are advancing innovative and mission-driven approaches to independent education.
The book features schools recognized for their distinctive missions, thoughtful programming, and commitment to educating the whole student. Middlebridge School was selected for its highly individualized approach to learning and its dedication to supporting bright, college-bound students who learn differently.
Located on a historic oceanfront campus in Narragansett, Rhode Island, Middlebridge serves students ages 13–18 with learning differences such as ADHD, dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, executive functioning challenges, and school-related anxiety. The school blends strong college-preparatory academics with personalized support, helping students develop confidence, independence, and a renewed sense of possibility.
“We are honored to be included in Elevate alongside schools that are deeply committed to meeting students where they are,” said John Kaufman, Head of School at Middlebridge. “Our mission has always been to help students rediscover their strengths and build the skills they need to thrive in college and beyond.”
Elevate: 16 Boarding Schools and the Practice of Holistic Education explores how schools think about mission, leadership, community, and character—not only in theory, but in daily practice. Middlebridge’s inclusion reflects its reputation as a leading boarding and day school for students with learning differences.
About Middlebridge:
At Middlebridge School, we offer a highly personalized, college-preparatory education that strengthens academic skills, builds emotional intelligence, and inspires a lifelong love of learning. Our students are bright, capable, college-bound teens. Our students often come to us with language-based learning differences such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, SLD Reading, SLD writing, math disorders such as dyscalculia, as well as challenges with ADHD, attention, executive functioning, or school-related anxiety. These differences are understood, embraced, and supported. Located in Narragansett, RI, Middlebridge is a place where students are seen, heard, and celebrated. Our holistic and integrated approach empowers young people to discover their strengths, grow with purpose, and lead with confidence, in the classroom and beyond.