The Cottage School is a special education school in Roswell, GA, specializing in students with ADHD and learning differences.
The Cottage School provides a specialized, innovative educational program in Roswell, GA, specifically designed for students in grades 4-12 with learning differences, ADHD, and social/emotional challenges. Since 1985, the school has focused on building self-confidence and independence through a highly individualized approach that meets each student's unique learning style.
The school features a 10:1 student-to-faculty ratio with small, structured classes that allow for intensive academic and experiential support. Beyond a comprehensive college preparatory curriculum, The Cottage School offers unique "hands-on" vocational and elective programs, including culinary arts, carpentry, forensics, jewelry fabrication, and horticulture. This diverse range of extracurriculars, including various sports and clubs, is designed to help students discover their passions and develop practical life skills.
With a nonsectarian environment and a faculty where 50% hold advanced degrees, the school emphasizes both academic excellence and personal growth. Admissions are handled on a rolling basis, and the school offers summer programs to support continued learning. Financial aid is available to approximately 17% of the student body.
At a Glance
TypeSpecial Education School
Grades4-12
Students265
Class Size10:1 ratio
Tuition$24,000
Fin. Aid17% receive aid
Est.1985
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Georgia Accrediting Commission, Cognia
School Information
| School Type | Special Education School |
| Year Founded | 1985 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $24,000 |
| Total Students | 265 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 42 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 50 |
| Average Class Size | 10 |
| Grades Offered | 4-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Brenda Hall |
| Admissions Associate | Leslie Peeples |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 100 |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 17 |
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
ADHD; Mild to Moderate Learning Differences; small structured classes
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Matriculation DataView data
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Archery · Baseball · Basketball · Bowling · Cheering · Cross Country · Golf · Soccer · Swimming · Tennis · Track and Field · Volleyball |
| Clubs and Organizations | Chess · Culinary Arts · Forensics · Horticulure · InterAct · International Sports · Jewelry Fabrication · Judo · Literary Magazine · Mountain Biking · Outdoor Leadership · Spirit Squad · Strength and Conditioning · Student Council · Weight Training · Yearbook · Club or Organization: · After School Program · Arts and Music Programs: · Drama Club |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) · Georgia Accrediting Commission · Cognia |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| School Calendar | cottageschool.org/apps/events/index.jsp?id=0 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
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