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Welcome to Chartwell

Our Mission

Chartwell empowers students with dyslexia and associated learning differences to unlock their full potential. We provide a college preparatory, strength-based program that gives students the skills, strategies, tools and mindset needed to become successful lifelong learners. We share our expertise through partnerships and outreach initiatives to transform education. 

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At a Glance

For 40 years, Chartwell School has taught children to read well and reach their individual potential. Committed to being a mission with a school rather than a school with a mission, our work expands beyond our campus boundaries.

4:1 Student to Teacher Ratio

Small class sizes support individualized learning

Classes are 10 Students or Less

Every student at Chartwell is seen and known

$1.4 Awarded in Financial Aid

Nearly 40% of Chartwell families receive tuition assistance

100% College Acceptance Rate

Over 80 acceptances and $4 million in scholarships offered to 2024 graduating class

1:1 College Counseling

Every senior takes a year long college readiness course

60-Acre Campus

Platinum LEED Certified campus includes two miles of hiking and biking trails and views of the Monterey Bay

1:1 Engineering Kits per Student

Comprehensive STEAM program spans Grades 1-12

Free Community Workshops Annually

Chartwell offers free, public workshops to share neurodiversity insights

Chartwell News

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Chartwell High School's Track and Field Team Redefines Commitment and Teamwork

This year, Chartwell High School’s Track and Field program transitioned from a startup team to a disciplined athletic program under the guidance of Coach Joseph Aleru. Through specialized clinics in running mechanics and a consistency-focused preseason, the team is making its mark as new members of the CIF-CCS league.

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Cultivating Voice and Belonging Through Art

From the first spark of curiosity in lower school to the formation of a confident identity in high school, Chartwell’s art program is a safe place where neurodiverse learners can feel profoundly seen and understood.

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Chartwell Middle School Launches Project-Based Electives Program

Inspired by the success of the Lower School’s "MATS" (Music, Art, Technology, Science) rotations, Chartwell Middle School launched a new project-based learning elective program this past fall.  The goal was simple: provide students with more opportunities to pursue their passions and produce something tangible to share with the community

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New Year, Less Waste: Clearing the Clutter and Protecting Our Coast

As California officially moves toward a plastic-free future with SB 1053, Chartwell's Ocean Guardian program is here to help lead the charge from the kitchen to the coast. Discover how you can protect our local watersheds through sustainable lunchbox swaps and mindful "6R" habits to make 2026 our cleanest year yet.

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