Dear Prospective Families,

Welcome to The Winston School of Short Hills! As a proud Winston alumnus and Director of Admission and Enrollment Management, I know first hand what makes this community special.

We help students with language based learning differences and ADHD build the skills, confidence, and independence to reach their potential.
 Winston made a difference in my life. I’d love to help you discover what it could mean for your child. Please take a moment to inquire now. 

Warmly,
 
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Greg Williams ’01
Director of Admission and Enrollment Management

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  • Greg Williams '01, Director of Admission and Enrollment Management



The Admission Process
Choosing a school is an important decision. Our admission process helps us get to know your child, understand their learning needs, and determine whether Winston is the right fit. We welcome applications throughout the school year, as space permits.
 

Application Process:

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  • 1. Inquire

    Please take a moment to complete THIS INQUIRY FORM to start a conversation about your child with Winston's Director of Admission. Once your inquiry is processed your family will be invited to create a profile allowing you to access our online application portal. We look forward to speaking with you soon!
  • 2. Application and Supporting Documents

    Please submit Winston’s application and supporting documents electronically using our online admission portal. 

    Winston’s nonrefundable $100 application fee can be paid via credit card through the admission portal.

    Supporting Documents:
    • Neuropsychological Evaluation and/or Psycho-Educational Evaluation.
    • Additional Evaluations (Speech & Language, Occupational Therapy, etc.)
    • Current IEP, ISP, 504 Plan, Educational plan.
    • Most recent report card from current school. 
  • 3. Written Application Review

    Once the written application and supporting documents have been received, an applicant’s file will be read by Winston’s admission committee. The Office of Admission will then communicate potential next steps with the applicant’s family.
  • 4. Campus Visit

    The final step of the application process is a campus visit for a tour, interviews, and potential assessment. Please note that both the applicant and the applicant’s parent/guardian will be interviewed. While more than one parent/guardian is invited, only one parent is required to participate.
  • 5. Notification of Admission Decision

    The completed file is reviewed by Winston’s admission committee and the admission decision is shared with the applicant family as soon as possible. Winston's admission process is on a rolling basis, allowing for new families to enroll throughout the school year as space permits.
"Winston helped our daughter rediscover her love of learning. At Winston, she not only demonstrated success in the classroom but also  became proud of the work she was producing. We are thankful that this gift has allowed her to find success in a rigorous college preparatory high school program. We will always consider ourselves members of the Winston Community!"
-Alumni Parent



"There is a strong focus on students advocating for themselves. It is a skill that will leave them prepared in school and beyond."
-Alumni Parent
The Winston School of Short Hills does not discriminate on the basis of handicap in violation of Section 504 with regard to admissions or access to the school, treatment, or employment in its programs or activities. The Winston School of Short Hills does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education programs or activities which it operates, as required by Title IX.