Madison CT learner-centered school offering executive function coaching and tutoring for mild learning differences and gifted students
CT Experiential Learning Center (CELC) is a learner-centered alternative school in Madison, CT, offering hands-on coaching and tutoring for students in grades 4 through 12. With a rolling admissions deadline and an acceptance rate of 80%, the school serves a diverse co-ed population of 14 students, including 20% students of color. The institution specializes in supporting students with mild learning differences, giftedness, twice-exceptional needs, dyslexia, and processing issues, alongside ADD/ADHD support.
CELC utilizes a multi-faceted approach focusing on executive function, time management, and academic skill-building through one-to-one or small group sessions. Programs include targeted coaching for planning, focus, and self-advocacy, as well as individualized tutoring in Math, Reading, Writing, Grammar, and Spanish. The school also offers intensive college prep support and unique expeditionary learning opportunities that combine academic study with field experiences to enhance understanding.
Located at 11 Woodland Road, CELC maintains a 7:1 student-to-teacher ratio with 80% of faculty holding advanced degrees, ensuring highly qualified instruction in a casual, nonsectarian environment. Tuition is approximately $23,950 annually, covering hourly instruction and program fees. Families seeking personalized support for students with learning differences can contact the school directly at (203) 433-4658 or visit their website for more details.
At a Glance
TypeAlternative School
Grades4-12
Students14
Class Size8:1 ratio
Tuition$23,950
Est.2009
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
Other special emphasis association(s)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), Association for Experiential Education (AEE)
School Information
| School Type | Alternative School |
| Year Founded | 2009 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $23,950 |
| Tuition Notes | hourly instruction and program fees |
| Total Students | 14 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 4 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 80 |
| Average Class Size | 8 |
| Grades Offered | 4-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Maria Mortali |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 80 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 20 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning DifferencesGiftedTwice Exceptional (2e)DyslexiaProcessing Issues
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | Other special emphasis association(s) · National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) · Association for Experiential Education (AEE) |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| School Calendar | ctexperiential.org/about/#event-cal |
| Summer Program Details | View Summer Program Details |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
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