The Carroll School

The Carroll School

Non-profit school providing dyslexia-focused instruction

Overview

The Carroll School provides specialized, individualized education for students in grades 1–9 with language-based learning differences at three Massachusetts campuses. Its program uses a diagnostic-prescriptive curriculum with Orton-Gillingham multisensory literacy instruction across all subjects, plus a proprietary Targeted Cognitive Intervention that strengthens processing speed, working memory, and executive function. The school differentiates itself through in-house cognitive intervention, significant need-based financial aid, and educator-training programs like the Garside Institute for Teacher Training and the Angela Wilkins Program. Its goal is to help students who learn differently achieve academic success and to train educators in evidence-based approaches.

About The Carroll School

Simplify's Rating
Why The Carroll School is rated
C+
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated C on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Consulting

Social Impact

Education

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Lincoln, Massachusetts

Founded

1967

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What believers are saying

  • Updated 2026 handbook shows three campuses operating in Waltham, Lincoln, and Wayland.
  • Applications remain rolling for 2026-27, signaling steady demand and flexibility in admissions.
  • August 2026 GIFTT and residency cohorts keep teacher-training demand and visibility strong.

What critics are saying

  • Wayland expansion plans target 250 students, but physical capacity constrains middle school growth now.
  • Heavy tuition dependence, despite $5 million aid, pressures enrollment and philanthropy every year.
  • A recession in Massachusetts donations would force aid cuts, staff reductions, and mission dilution.

What makes The Carroll School unique

  • Carroll School's 2026-27 tuition is $68,740, funding intensive, individualized dyslexia instruction.
  • GIFTT offers nationally accredited Orton-Gillingham certification through coursework and practicum, extending Carroll's influence beyond students.
  • Angela Wilkins Program pairs full-time residency with structured literacy and Orton-Gillingham training, year-round.

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