Small New Haven middle school for grades 7–9 with ADD/ADHD support. Small classes, personalized learning plans, and theatre-based academics
ATLAS is a small, specialized middle school in New Haven, CT serving 7th–9th graders, including students with ADD/ADHD. With classes of just 15–18 students, your child receives individualized attention and works within a stable peer community. Each student has a personal learning plan tailored to their needs, ensuring they receive the academic support and structure that benefits them most.
The school's signature approach combines rigorous academics with hands-on theatre-based learning. Students study math daily in a Math Lab, engage in STEM instruction, and explore humanities through discussion and writing. Every cohort forms a theatre company that produces four full productions, giving students real-world opportunities to develop executive function skills—planning, problem-solving, time management, and self-directed learning—while analyzing texts, building sets, and managing projects from start to finish.
ATLAS enrolled 20 students as of 2018 and maintains a 99% faculty with advanced degrees. Tuition is $26,000 annually, with financial aid available to approximately 50% of students. The admissions process is rolling after January 15. For more information about ADD/ADHD support and whether ATLAS is the right fit, contact Admissions Director Caroline Golschneider at (203) 624-5189 or visit atlasmiddleschool.org.
At a Glance
TypeSchool with Special Program Emphasis
Grades7-9
Students20
Class Size15:1 ratio
Tuition$26,000
Fin. Aid50% receive aid
Est.2018
DeadlineJan. 15 / rolling
School Information
| School Type | School with Special Program Emphasis |
| Year Founded | 2018 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $26,000 |
| Tuition Notes | We offer generous financial aid to an average of 40% of applicants. |
| Total Students | 20 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 7 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 99 |
| Average Class Size | 15 |
| Grades Offered | 7-9 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Caroline Golschneider, Co-Founder |
| Admissions Associate | Maria Giarrizzo, Co-Founder |
| Admission Deadline | Jan. 15 / rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 80 |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 50 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
ADD/ADHD Support
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Matriculation DataView data
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| School Calendar | nmsnewhaven.org/atlas-calendar-2 |
| Offers Post Graduate Year | Yes |
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