Saratoga Independent School
A school where your child is known, challenged, and inspired to grow.
At Saratoga Independent School, children learn in small classes where teachers understand their strengths, nurture their curiosity, and encourage them to try new things. From Pre-K through eighth grade, hands-on academics, outdoor exploration, the arts, and a close-knit community help students build confidence and discover what they're capable of.
The best way to discover SIS is to experience it for yourself.
Accepting inquiries for 2027–28. Interested in joining this school year? Explore mid-year enrollment.
What makes SIS different
Every child has their own strengths, interests, and way of learning. Our teachers get to know their students as individuals. Small classes allow them to recognize each child's strengths, understand how they learn, and provide the encouragement and challenges they need to grow.
Learning that goes beyond the textbook.
Students don't just learn information. They ask questions, solve problems, make connections, and put their ideas into practice. From hands-on science and technology to writing, the arts, and collaborative projects, learning at SIS is active and engaging.
Room to explore.
Our 60-acre campus is an extension of the classroom. Nature trails, outdoor learning, and daily time outside give students opportunities to move, explore, and make discoveries beyond their desks.
A community where everyone belongs.
Students build relationships across grade levels, practice leadership, participate in community service, and learn to respect different perspectives. These experiences help children develop the skills and confidence to contribute to their communities.
Come see SIS in action
There's no better way to get to know a school than to experience it for yourself. You're invited to visit our classrooms, explore our campus, meet members of our school community, and ask the questions that matter most to your family.
SIS Open House Days
Join us for a guided visit while school is in session. You'll hear from our Head of School and tour our campus and classrooms to get a firsthand look at learning and daily life at SIS. Open House Days run from 10:15–11:30 a.m. Registration is required.
Prefer a private visit?
We know families have different schedules and questions. If you can't attend a scheduled tour day, we'd be happy to help arrange a private visit. In-person and virtual options are available.
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Your path to SIS
Choosing a school is an important decision. We're here to help you get to know SIS, explore whether it's the right fit for your child, and understand each step along the way.
1. Inquire
Tell us a little about your family by completing our online inquiry form. Our admissions team will help you learn more about our programs, upcoming events, and the application process.
2. Explore
Visit SIS during an Open House Day or schedule a private tour. See our classrooms, meet our educators, and discover what makes the SIS community special.
3. Apply
When you're ready, complete an application through FACTS, our online admissions system. You'll need to create a parent account, complete the student application, and pay the $100 application fee. Academic records are also required for applicants entering Kindergarten through eighth grade.
If the application fee presents a hardship, please contact our admissions office to request a waiver.
4. Experience
We invite prospective students to spend time in an SIS classroom as part of the admissions process. It's an opportunity for your child to experience our learning environment and for us to get to know them.
Our admissions team will share scheduling details after receiving your application.
5. Enroll
If your child is offered admission, we'll guide you through the enrollment process and next steps for joining the SIS community. Accepted families must complete enrollment and submit their deposit by April 1, 2027, to reserve their child's place for the 2027–28 school year.
Important admissions dates for 2027–28
▶ February 1, 2027: First-round application deadline
▶ March 1, 2027: Need-based financial aid application deadline
▶ March 15, 2027: First-round admissions decisions shared
▶ April 1, 2027: Enrollment deposit deadline; rolling admissions begins if space remains available
Applications received after the first-round deadline may be considered as space permits.
Planning for an SIS education
We know that choosing an independent school is both a personal and a financial decision. We want your family to have the information you need as you explore what's possible.
Tuition
SIS tuition supports small classes, dedicated teachers, hands-on academics, and the many experiences that make our school community distinctive. Our tuition page includes current rates by grade level, sibling discounts, and before- and after-school care options.
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Tuition rates shown are for the 2026–27 school year.
Financial aid and scholarships
We believe that financial circumstances shouldn't prevent families from exploring an SIS education. Need-based financial aid is available for students in Kindergarten through eighth grade, with awards based on demonstrated financial need and available funding. SIS also offers scholarship opportunities with eligibility requirements that vary by program. Financial aid is not currently available for Pre-K.
Families interested in financial aid must submit an admissions application and complete a separate financial aid application through FACTS.
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We're here to help
Have questions about our programs, the admissions process, or whether SIS might be the right fit for your child? We'd love to hear from you.
Contact our admissions team at admissions@siskids.org or 518-583-0841.