“Making a space to belong is easy, you just need to find the shared interests. Making a space where students can actually become their best selves is so much harder. However, I believe our community is proof it can be done.”

— Moss, Class of '24

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About Middlebridge School:

Where Bright Students with Learning Differences Thrive

Middlebridge School is a vibrant, coeducational boarding and day school for students ages 13–18 who learn differently. 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, or dyscalculia, as well as challenges with attention, executive functioning, or school-related anxiety. At Middlebridge, these differences are understood, embraced, and supported.

More than just a school, 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.

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“I think Middlebridge is an amazing school. Everything they do is purposeful to support the students. The faculty at Middlebridge is on another level. They truly care about the students. The number of activities they offer on the weekends for the kids is incredible. Internships, sports, they even have a few championships under their belt, art projects, and so many other fun choices.”

— A Proud Middlebridge Parent

Facts & Firsts: Discover Middlebridge by the Sea

Middlebridge School is nestled in the scenic coastal town of Narragansett, in Southern Rhode Island. Just seconds from the shoreline, our campus offers students immediate access to beaches, ports, and outdoor recreational spaces. The region is rich with opportunities for exploration—from the historic charm of Newport and the maritime history of Mystic Seaport to the natural beauty of Block Island. We’re also conveniently located near the cities of Providence and Boston, where students can enjoy museums, concerts, sporting events, and access to major transportation hubs. Our location is more than picturesque—it’s a vibrant extension of the Middlebridge experience.

Founded: 2008

Head of School: John J. Kaufman

Ages: 13-19 and postgraduates

Enrollment: 75-80

Closest Airports: T.F. Green (Providence), Logan (Boston)

Boarders: 72

Faculty members: 75

States: 26

Countries: 8

Acres: 38+

Closest Train: Kingston Station (Amtrak Regional)

Average class size: 6:1

College Acceptance: 100%

Accreditation: State of Rhode Island, New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC)

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Middlebridge students are bright, college-bound adolescents, who learn in ways that don’t always fit the traditional mold.

At Middlebridge, our students discover a school that adapts to them. With consistent support, a strengths-based approach, and a tight-knit community, our students flourish academically and emotionally.

Here, complex learning profiles are supported by innovative, holistic, educational approaches.

Our Learners

100% Students with Learning Differences
90% Attentional Disorders (ADD/ADHD, Executive Functioning)
65% Anxiety (Generalized, School, Performance, Self-Concept, Self-Esteem)
40% Language-Based (Dyslexia, SLD Reading, Dysgraphia, SLD Writing)
20% Math Disorder (SLD Math)

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In Their Own Words.

Hear directly from the students, parents, and educators who make Middlebridge so unique. Their stories reflect the heart of our mission and the strength of our community.

Places to Stay

41 North

351 Thames St, Newport, RI 02840
(401) 846-8018

The Break Hotel

1208 Ocean Rd, Narragansett, RI 02882
(401) 363-9800

Mention Middlebridge, and receive a discount on your stay!

Newport Marriott

25 America’s Cup Ave, Newport, RI 02840
(401) 849-1000

Narragansett Pier Luxury Rental

14 Robinson Street, Narragansett, RI 02882
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Hampton Inn South Kingstown

20 Hotel Dr, South Kingstown, RI 02879
(401) 788-3500

Mention Middlebridge, and receive a discount on your stay!

Fairfield Inn & Suites South Kingstown Newport Area

3 Fairfield Way, South Kingstown, RI 02879
(401) 284-3211

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