Welcome to Fayerweather

Welcome to Fayerweather Street school where active learning is visible in each classroom. We appreciate your interest and look forward to partnering with your family during your school search. We understand that choosing a school community is an important decision, and Fayerweather not only embraces each and every child but also each and every family. Of course, the best way to learn about Fayerweather is by connecting with us! Schedule an appointment by emailing our Director of Enrollment Management & Admission, Karina Davis. We look forward to meeting you!
 
The Fayerweather Street School campus is open to visitors with an appointment or attending scheduled events. You can also view our virtual tours. Fill out this brief inquiry form to learn more about the admissions process and upcoming events.
 

Why Choose Fayerweather?

Admissions Checklist

List of 6 items.

  • 1. Complete an Inquiry Form

    We use an online application process. Once you have completed the inquiry form a username and password will be created. This will allow you to log in to begin the application.

  • 2. Parent Tour and Interview

    While strongly encouraged, school tours are an optional step of the application process.  Caregiver interviews are a required step and run Monday through Friday at various times.  

    Once you have submitted an inquiry form, you are welcome to schedule a  tour and/or interview through our online registration system or by emailing our office  at admit@fayerweather.org. 

  • 3. Application

    Our online application system includes the parent/guardian statement and subsequent checklist items. 

    The non-refundable application fee is $50. Fee waiver codes are available - please reach out to us if you would like one!

  • 4. Apply for Tuition Assistance (if applicable)

    Applications for tuition assistance for the 2025-2025 school year will be available online through the Clarity Application to determine a family’s level of financial need based on the information that families share in the application which includes assets, income, expenses, and debts.

    To get started, please go to the Clarity Application and create an account. The application typically takes less than 30 minutes to complete. The Clarity Application is also mobile-friendly so you can complete it from anywhere. You are also able to save your progress and return at any time. At the end of the application, there is a $60 fee to submit, and you can share your application with additional schools that accept the Clarity Application for no additional charge. Simply use the dropdown menu in the application to select those schools.

    Please remember to return to your dashboard after you complete and submit your Clarity Application, as Fayerweather requires you to upload additional tax documentation including tax returns and W-2 forms.

    The deadline for completing the financial aid application including relevant supplemental documents is February 1, 2025. 

    If you need support during the process of completing your application, there is in-app support available through the “Help” button in the bottom left of the screen, as well as email and phone support at support@clarityapp.com or 206-210-3752, in both English and Spanish. The application itself is also fully translated into Spanish.

    Please be aware that our financial aid budget is typically distributed by the end of April.

  • 5. Student Check-In

    All PreK- 1st grade applicants and parents will be invited to participate in grade level screenings. During these sessions, children will be asked to participate in a variety of activities that will help us get to know them. Parents will be given the opportunity to ask questions related to Fayerweather’s curriculum and school life. 

    2nd-8th grade visits will include time with classroom teachers across various disciplines as well as an academic assessment. 

    These visits are designed to begin building connections as well as conduct individual assessments. We will inform you of your screening date by mid-January.

    Please note: In an effort to support an equitable admission process, Fayerweather does not require standardized testing as part of the admissions process. All 6th-8th grade applicants will be given a writing prompt to complete at the time of their visit.

  • 6. Decisions

    Decision letters will be mailed on March 10, 2025. Families will have until April 10, 2025 to submit their enrollment contract and deposit to secure a space for the fall.

Upcoming Events

List of 5 events.

  • Jan
    9

    Fayerweather Lunch and Learn: Arc of 5-8

    Connect with the Fayerweather admissions team, divisional faculty and staff via Zoom to hear more about academics, community, and the Fayerweather approach to making middle school a unique experience that distinct from our younger years. 

    Please register to participate.
  • Jan
    11

    Come and Play: Fayerweather Foray or Tech Trek

    For children currently in PreK-2nd grade, join us for some Fayerweather Fun by venturing to Fresh Pond on January 11 from 10am-11:30am with  our 1/2 teacher, Alex Flores. Alex will show you how Fayerweather extends learning to the outdoors.

    Or if you have a child who is currently in 3rd-7th grade, come along for an indoor Tech Trek by stepping into Fayerweather’s Shop, where students bring ideas to life through woodworking, fiber arts, crafts and —electronics! Join our talented teacher, Dina Gjersten, for an hour of hands-on electronics exploration. Get creative, learn new skills, and even bedazzle your project for that extra spark!

    RSVP for either option here!
  • Jan
    13

    Prospective Parent Morning

    On select Monday mornings, we invite prospective parents to visit us more extensively and meet with various staff as well as tour classrooms.

    Please register to participate. 
  • Jan
    14

    Virtual Coffee with Kim Ridley, Head of School

    Grab a cup of coffee and join our Head of School, Kim Ridley, as she walks us through her philosophy on education and how it's actualized at Fayerweather! This virtual session is a great way to lay the groundwork for learning more about our school. 

    Register here
  • Jan
    25

    Come and Play with Extended Day!

    First,we're going to sing songs and move and groove! Then this rockin' dance party will be followed by a chance to explore our PreK and K classrooms and free time in the gym. What better way for kids to get their sillies out?!

    This is open to all families, so bring a friend!

Admissions Timeline

October 7
  • In-person tours and virtual parent/guardian interviews begin 
February 1
  • All applications due 
  • Clarity application due - if applicable 
March 10
  • Acceptance Letters for Admissions mailed
  • Tuition Assistance award notification emailed
April 10
  • New families notify FSS of intent to enroll
  • All families notify FSS, in writing, of acceptance of Tuition Assistance award
  • Please be aware that our financial aid budget is often fully allocated by the end of April.
Your application is not complete until a copy of your 2024 tax return is submitted. All awards are provisional pending receipt of the return.
 
Click here to begin an application for the 2025-2026 school year. Our online application system includes the parent/guardian statement and subsequent checklist items. 
 
Please note, teacher recommendations and transcripts are due to the office no later than February 1, 2025. We prefer items to be updated through the application portal.
Fayerweather Street School | 765 Concord Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02138 | 617-876-4746
Fayerweather is a private PreK, kindergarten, elementary and middle school. We engage each child’s intellect.