Admission
Welcome to Wooster School! In an age of rapid change and emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, students need more than just knowledge—they need the ability to think critically, collaborate effectively, and harness their most enduring strength: creativity.
At Wooster, our community-centered approach nurtures confident, adaptable learners who thrive in complexity and lead with purpose. Grounded in strong relationships and personalized learning, our faculty prepare graduates not just to meet the future—but to shape it. We invite you to visit campus and experience first-hand how our school helps every student discover who they are, who they can become, and how to bring their unique potential to life.
Christopher Pannone
Associate Head of School and Chief Advancement Officer
Joined Wooster in 2008-2009
Why Wooster?
Our purpose is to prepare young people for fulfillment, happiness, and success in life through the rigorous and healthy development of intellect, conscience, body, and spirit. We invite you to come visit and see firsthand how students and teachers make meaning together every day!
Join Us for an Upcoming Virtual Event!
Thursday, January 22, 2026 • 6:00 pm
Virtual Student Panel - The Upper School Experience
Thursday, January 29, 2026 • 6:00 pm
Virtual Bridge Program Panel - The Bridge Program Experience
Thursday, February 12, 2026 • 6:00 pm
Virtual Middle School Panel - The Student Experience
Variable Tuition
Our mission is to extend the opportunity for a Wooster education to as many families as possible.
The Process
Take the first step toward joining the Wooster community via our family focused and transparent process.
FAQ's
Find your answers to some frequently asked questions about Wooster and our admission process.
Meet Our Team
Our dedicated Admission team is eager to tell you more of our story, and to learn more about yours!
Transportation
Getting a child to school every day is an essential part of the decision of where to attend school.
International Students
We are pleased to welcome international students to northern Fairfield County, Connecticut.
The Wooster Difference
School can truly be transformative. It's a time to take risks and discover more of who we are and who we want to be. It's a time to build close relationships with friends and teachers. It's a time to look back at and say "That changed my life." We hope this is the experience you're having. If it's not, or if you're just curious about what more is out there, we challenge you to ask: Is Wooster your turning point?
Why wait? Find out why Wooster School can be your turning point!
Wooster School admits students of any race, color, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, or ethnic origin to all rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the School.
