About the School
- Stepping Stones School in Waterbury, CT, serves 22 students in grades 8 through 11 within a nonsectarian, suburban setting.
- The school operates as an all–girls special education program with a student–teacher ratio of 4:1 and a teaching staff of 5.
- Approximately 60 percent of the student body identifies as students of color, reflecting diversity in the suburban Waterbury community.
- Stepping Stones School is a member of the National Association of Private Special Education Centers and other special emphasis associations.
- The school offers specialized education for middle and high school students within the Waterbury area.
School Facts
Student Body
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.:
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Stepping Stones School?
The application deadline for Stepping Stones School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Recent Articles
When Your Child Struggles in One ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ Subject
Learn what to do when your child struggles in one private school subject, including identifying causes, working with teachers, evaluating support, tutoring, progress, and next steps effectively.
Is Your Child Challenged or Just Given More Work?
Learn how to distinguish meaningful academic rigor from excessive workload by evaluating assignments, feedback, classroom expectations, assessments, and intellectual challenge when comparing private schools for your child.
ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ Extra Help: Evaluating Teacher Access
Learn how to evaluate private school extra-help systems, including teacher availability, scheduling, advising, response times, and access, so your child can receive meaningful academic support when needed most.


