Enrollment
119
Student:teacher
4:1
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Head of school
Paris L. McLean
Head of School
Paris L. McLean was selected as Head of School for Waterside School, effective July 1, 2026. He brings 22 years of independent school experience and most recently served as Assistant Head of School at Montclair Kimberley Academy (NJ).
Curriculum & special classes
Waterside School is an independent Junior Kindergarten through Fifth Grade day school providing a rigorous academic and moral education. The curriculum blends classroom lessons with character development and aims to prepare students for success in receiving schools and throughout their lives.
Financial aid
100% of families receive financial aid. The school's funding comes 7% from tuition and 93% from charitable contributions.
Before & after school care
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After school
The 'Side Notes jazz band, summer theater program, and a four-week summer program (staffed by Waterside faculty and alumni with activities including Arts and Crafts, Drama, Music, Cooking, Book Club, and MakerSpace, plus field trips) are available. A Transition to Middle School program is offered to the graduating class at Greenwich Country Day School.
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Admissions
The application period for the 2026–2027 school year has ended. Applications for the 2027–2028 school year will open in September 2026.
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