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Southshire Community School

Southshire views education as the art of knowledge.  Our students engage in the pursuit of joyful discovery through active thinking. We strive to help children become invidivduals who posses academic and critcal thinking skills, a love of learning and a strong interest in becoming creative, contributiong members of our community.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 24 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Individual Learning Styles
Year Founded
1987

Student Body

Total Students
24 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 13%

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
3%
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Southshire strives to make our school available to all students.
Admissions Director
Coleen Healy
Admissions Associate
school@southshire.org

Sports

Total Sports Offered
2 sports

School Notes

  • Southshire Community school brings together children of all ages to learn and exploer life's lessons. We believe our community approach to learning empowers students to become confident leaners capable of critcal thinking, creative expresssion, problem solving and teamwork. They know their voice is valued.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does Southshire Community School offer?
Southshire Community School offers 2 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing and Swimming.
When is the application deadline for Southshire Community School?
The application deadline for Southshire Community School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 24 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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