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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 nearly 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.
3:1 Student to Teacher Ratio
Small class sizes support individualized learning
All Classes are 10 Students or Less
Every student at Chartwell is seen and known
$2M Awarded in Financial Aid
More than 30% of Chartwell families receive some level of tuition assistance
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 trails and views of the Monterey Bay
1:1 Engineering Kits per Student
Comprehensive STEAM program spans Grades 1-12
50 Parent and Community Workshops Each Year
Chartwell hosts weekly parent teas and monthly workshops to keep parents engaged and our community informed
Chartwell News
October is Dyslexia Awareness Month and Chartwell offers families several resources to learn more about this learning-based difference impacting as many as 1 in 5 people.
Earlier this month, our lower and upper lower school students were treated to a STEAM DAY, a portion of the day reserved simply for exploring science, technology, engineering, arts, and math.
The Friday cooking elective is back - and the Chartwell community couldn't be more pleased.
This year, Chartwell's music program is growing, offering students a more expansive range of opportunities to learn about music and to explore a variety of instruments
Each year, AIM Youth for Mental Health sponsors an Awareness Design Challenge and invites students to submit an ad that promotes their cause. Six students submitted posters and one received an Honorable Mention and will be honored this mornth.
Earlier this month, our three students participating in FIRST Robotics Competition, Paige S., Alexa G., and Matthew B., joined their teammates in Plus Ultra Robotics at the Silicon Valley Regional competition at San Jose University. This unique three-day event saw over 50 teams from far away - including international teams - working in alliances to garner points in hopes to compete in the finals on Sunday.