About The Southport School

We have 118 unique learners in grades two through eight at The Southport School, with one thing in common: they struggled to thrive in conventional school environments. Their cerebrodiversity wasn't embraced, leaving their potential untapped. TSS rejects a one-size-fits-all approach, prioritizing each student's individual learning profile.

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Our Perspective

At The Southport School (TSS), an independent day school in Southport, CT, we adopt a distinctive approach to learning. We prioritize understanding how each child learns best, their strengths, areas for improvement, and why school hasn’t worked for them in the past.

We approach the school day very differently at TSS. From how we welcome students at morning drop-off to classroom instruction grounded in research and evidence, we support and challenge students to help them discover their passions, rebuild confidence and self-esteem, and showcase their unique talents and abilities to the world.

Faculty & Staff

Similarly, our teachers, administrators, and staff share a dedication to educating students with learning differences like dyslexia and attention issues like ADHD.  We ae united in reshaping teacher training and perceptions of the  vision about  learning differences community. Continuously, we seek to identify optimal pathways to reach our students, nurture their inherent strengths, and equip them with essential skills to navigate school structures effectively.

Welcome To The Southport School!

Our campus warmly welcomes visitors, and our Admissions Office stands ready to address inquiries. You can explore our website's Admissions section for open house dates and details about the admissions process. Thank you for your interest in The Southport School. Just as our students discover new possibilities, we trust our school will ignite a similar sense of possibility in you. We hope to hear from you.