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Hillside's mission to maximize each student's potential is achieved through our small class size, 7:1 student-teacher ratio, and our academic support programs tailored to meet each boy's needs. Our extracurricular programs develop and challenge each student to perform at his highest level through practice, competition, and outstanding teacher support. Spiritually, the school's focus on others, empathy, community, and leadership help develop the soul and spirit of each student. Hillside School is committed to offering the educational experience in a structured, inclusive, supportive enviornment.
Lower School (K-3): Co-Ed Day Middle School (4-9): Boys, Boarding & Day
45 miles west of Boston We provide a structured, supportive, and challenging academic environment and our innovative teaching for the 21st-century skills prepares our boys for secondary school and beyond.
The academic program is supplemented with the renowned Wicks Tutorial Center with certified learning specialists providing small group tutorials offered in language arts, math, executive function, and social skills, for those students needing extra support.
Boarding and day students enjoy a rich curriculum that includes a broad after school program including competitive athletics, extracurricular activities, the Innovation Lab, and the Hillside Farm.
Our unique academic and leadership program, Shades of Blue, builds character while holding our students accountable to our core values.
Community inclusiveness is our hallmark; we welcome you to come to see for yourself.
School Motto: To maximize the potential of every student in mind, body, and spirit.
School Mascot: Bulldog
Hillside seeks students who are looking for a structured,
supportive, and challenging academic environment. Hillside also
offers excellent support programs for students with mild learning
disabilities or ADHD.
Outstanding Secondary School placement at some of the nation's
most selective schools, including Phillips Andover, Milton Academy,
St. Marks, Groton, and Middlesex.
Hillside is situated on 150 acres in Marlborough,
Massachusetts. Marlborough is located just 45 miles West of
Boston.The Farm at Hillside is utilized by students on a daily
basis. Students participate in Farm Immersion twice a year and have
the opportunity to work at the Farm every afternoon for their
activity.Tutorials are available for students who need
supplementation and a foundation of skills in Language Arts, Math,
Executive Function, Social Skills and Foundations of
Language.Hillside offers English as a Second Language for
international students and Advanced Transition English for advanced
English Language Learners.
The average private school tuition in Middlesex County, MA is $28,293 for elementary schools and $49,050 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
