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Who We Are
Winston Preparatory School Marin County is a highly individualized private day school for neurodivergent students in grades 3 through 12, located in San Rafael, CA.
Our unique model of education provides intense skill remediation while encouraging students to build independence, resilience, responsibility, self-awareness, and self-advocacy. We deeply understand each student, individualize a program to meet their needs, and continually refine this program based on individual progress, while building a powerful sense of community.
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From Our Head of School Kristen Atkins
For over 40 years, Winston Preparatory School has helped students with diverse learning profiles, such as ADHD, dyslexia, and NVLD, become confident, independent learners in the classroom and beyond. Located in the San Francisco Bay Area, Winston Prep Marin County first opened its doors in 2020.
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Pavati Zeno
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Open House Calendar
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MAY
28
In-Person Open House
9:15 AM to 10:45 AM
Learn more about Winston Prep by registering for our upcoming Open House! Click here to register.
JUN
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Virtual Open House
11:15 AM to 12:00 PM
Learn more about Winston Prep by registering for our upcoming Open House! Click here to register.
JUN
6
In-Person Open House
10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Learn more about Winston Prep by registering for our upcoming Open House! Click here to register.
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Join us on Thursday, November 7th from 6:30pm-7:30pm for a free in-person/virtual parent education event.
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Winston students build skills both in and out of the classroom! Today's student riding group saddled up at the Eagleson Equestrian Center.
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Group Art Project - Winston’s creative Bulldog
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NEW YORK
126 West 17 Street
New York, NY 10011
212-496-8400
CONNECTICUT
57 West Rocks Road
Norwalk, CT 06851
203-229-0465
NEW JERSEY
901 Route 10 East
Whippany, NJ 07981
973-500-6480
TRANSITIONS NYC
240 Madison Avenue
New York, NY 10016
646-869-4600
LONG ISLAND
30 Deforest Road
Dix Hills, NY 11746
631-779-2400
MARIN COUNTY
1 Saint Vincents Drive
San Rafael, CA 94903
415-993-5533
WINSTON ONLINE
646-970-3338
TRANSITIONS SF
360 9th Ave
San Francisco, CA 94118
415-766-2395
Winston Preparatory School is a leading school for students with learning disabilities, including dyslexia, executive functioning difficulties (ADHD), and non-verbal learning disorders (NVLD).
WPS does not discriminate against applicants and students on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin. The Winston Preparatory School provides programs and services and equal opportunity in the administration of its educational and admissions policies, financial aid programs, employment, and the selection of its governing board without regard to gender, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability status, or any status recognized by federal, state and local civil rights and non-discrimination laws.
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Focus Only Program Full Day Program Core Course Program 1:1 Focus Class (Available 3-5 Times per Week) Students can enroll in the Focus Only Program to engage in 1:1 45-minute remediation sessions with a Winston Online Focus Teacher. Speak with Admissions to determine the frequency of meetings that will best suit the needs of your child. 1:1 Daily Focus Class + 5 Content Classes Daily Students can enroll in our Full Day Program, which includes a 1:1 Focus class, 5 content classes (Math, Literature, Language Skills, History, and Science), and 2 electives (Art and PE). Speak with Admissions to learn more about our Full Day Program. 1:1 Daily Focus Class + 2-3 Content Classes Daily Students can enroll in the Core Course Program, which includes our 1:1 Focus class, and 2-3 content classes of their choice (ex. Literature, Language Skills, and Math). Speak with our Admissions team to learn more about content class options. Whether your family is... Navigating a demanding travel or performance schedule for an aspiring actor, musician, or athlete Seeking coursework, remediation, or enrichment opportunities not offered locally In need of a more accommodating schedule  Looking for educational programming rooted in the science of learning and different from traditional educational settings Relocating frequently due to work or military service Homeschooling or currently enrolled in another program but searching for supplemental online support Living in a remote area without access to educational options that meet your child’s needs Winston Online is here to help your child thrive. Let us provide the flexibility and customization your child needs to succeed in life and learning. Individualized Learning Beginning with Understanding Our individualized approach at Winston Online starts with the admissions process , where we work with your family to determine what type of schedule works best for your family's needs and your child's learning profile.  Using the Winston Prep proven research-based education model , we offer one of the most engaging, comprehensive, and meaningful online programs available for students with learning disabilities. A Winston Online education provides intense academic skill remediation while fostering independence, resilience, social responsibility, self-awareness, and self-advocacy – essential skills that empower students far beyond their Winston Prep experience. With over 40 years of expertise and research, Winston Online ensures that every student receives an individualized education tailored to unlock their full potential. I'm Ready to Get Started Now A Connected Community Each programming option is designed to deliver a customized and dynamic learning experience. Our unique educational approach combines live, highly interactive instructional sessions with autonomous learning opportunities that prioritize student interaction with the world around them. At Winston Online, community means... Group Projects | After-School Clubs  |  Weekly All-School Meetings  |  Group Wellness Days Virtual Field Trips  |  Big Brother and Big Sister Events  |  Social Skills Groups  |  School Spirit Weeks School-Wide Guest Speakers  |  In-person Regional Events  |   Community service trips Hear from our Students & Families Learn about our Expert Faculty Learn about 1:1 College Support New York 126 West 17 Street New York, NY 10011 212-496-8400 Connecticut 57 West Rocks Road Norwalk, CT 06851 203-229-0465 New Jersey 901 Route 10 East Whippany, NJ 07981 973-500-6480 Transitions NYC 240 Madison Avenue New York, NY 10016 646-869-4600 Long Island 30 Deforest Road Dix Hills, NY 11746 631-779-2400 Marin County 1 Saint Vincents Drive San Rafael, CA 94903 415-993-5533 Winston Online 646-970-3338 Transitions SF 360 9th Ave San Francisco, CA 94118 415-766-2395 Winston Preparatory School is a leading school for students with learning disabilities, including dyslexia, executive functioning difficulties (ADHD), and non-verbal learning disorders (NVLD). WPS does not discriminate against applicants and students on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin. The Winston Preparatory School provides programs and services and equal opportunity in the administration of its educational and admissions policies, financial aid programs, employment, and the selection of its governing board without regard to gender, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability status, or any status recognized by federal, state and local civil rights and non-discrimination laws. Privacy Policy Winston Prep Application Process—School in NY, CT, NJ, & CA section of webpage --> Apply Search About Who We Are What We Do Apply Now Meet Winston Prep Students Board of Trustees Leadership Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging Films About Winston Prep Winston Prep in Your Town Employment Contact Us Life After Winston About Winston Prep --> Admissions Discover Winston Prep Open Houses Application Process Admissions Team Apply to Winston Prep --> Our Campuses Our Campuses --> New York Connecticut New Jersey Long Island Marin County Summer Programs Don't see a nearby campus? Learn Online With Us Looking for Online 1:1 College Support? Learn More Transitions Program Transitions Program --> Apply Now Our Program Who Winston Transitions Serves How Winston Transitions Meets Goals Transitions NYC Transitions SF Student Life Online Online --> Winston Online Apply Now About Our Program Customizable Program Options Why Families Choose Winston Online Faculty and Research College Placement and Transition Sample Schedules Summer Program Parent Portal Winston in College Our Program Apply Now Why Winston? Research Into Practice Winston Innovation Lab Impact of the Winston Prep Model Developing Skills That Matter Creating Experts in the Field Fostering Wellness Understanding Test Findings Connection Hub For Professionals Blogs and News Winston Innovation Lab --> Support Support Winston Prep Make a Gift 2026 Winston Prep Celebration Ways to Give Development Office Giving to Winston Prep --> Apply Now Home > Admissions Admissions Application Process Discover Winston Prep Open Houses Application Process Admissions Team Winston Preparatory School's Application Process Winston Prep accepts applications for all programs on a rolling basis. The admissions process at Winston Prep seeks to identify students with specific learning disorders for whom we can help facilitate the achievement of their independence and actualization of their potential. Winston Prep students have a wide variety of cognitive and academic profiles, including students with dyslexia, difficulties with expressive and receptive language, nonverbal learning disabilities (NVLD), and those who have difficulty with executive functions (ADHD).  Ready to Apply? Apply Now Get Started with the Application Process List of 5 items. Schedule an Open House Attendance at an Open House is required for prospective parents or guardians and is limited to adults only. Click HERE to Register Apply For immediate placement, please contact our Admissions Department to begin the application process. Please note : our online application offers options for immediate placement (for the 2025-2026 school year) as well as for the 2026-2027 school year.  Apply Now To begin, please click the apply button. You will be prompted to create a secure account on our website to start the online admissions application. Once you fill out the application and upload your child's neuropsychological or psychoeducational evaluation, the team will begin the application review process. Throughout the admissions process, additional necessary components will include: Application Fee Additional Household Information Parental Statement Transcript Request Applicant Photo Additional Documents Form Teacher/Specialist Recommendation Form Information Release Form Medical and Treatment Information Application Review Winston Preparatory School admits students on a rolling basis, throughout the school year. After an application is received, it is reviewed by the Director of Admissions to determine if Winston Prep can accommodate and remediate the student’s learning differences. Interview & School Visit If deemed appropriate, you will then be contacted to schedule an in-person or virtual school visit for your child where we will conduct further testing, arrange a classroom visit and coordinate an interview with a School Dean. The testing portion of the interview may include portions of the WIAT-III, KTEA-3, TONI-4, QRI-5, and/or CTOPP-2. Decision & Notification Families are informed of admissions decisions via phone and by mail and are encouraged to contact the Director of Admissions to discuss the reasons why the student may or may not be appropriate for WPS. If a student is a good fit for the school, but there are currently no spots available, the student will be placed on a waitlist and will be notified immediately if a spot becomes available within the group that is a match for the student’s learning profile. Families who are accepted are sent a contract and financial aid forms and are encouraged to return the signed contract with a deposit within two weeks of notification. WPS accepts students with average to superior intellectual potential; however, WPS does not accept students with primary behavioral or emotional symptoms. Criteria for Admission In terms of criteria for admissions, a specific admissions checklist does not exist, as Winston Prep students possess various skills and abilities along the academic and social-emotional continuum. The educational philosophy is to serve a wide range of students as individual learners with individual needs; therefore a specific checklist requiring maximum and minimum scores and evaluation results would not be an accurate determinant of success at Winston Prep.  Despite the individualized approach, there are some general expectations of the applicants: They are diagnosed with a learning disability They do not have a primary emotional or behavioral diagnosis Their cognitive and academic profile matches that of our current students Learn More We also invite you to watch films about Winston Prep, download and read our brochure, and to connect with us through social media. Films About Winston Prep Our Brochure Social Media New York 126 West 17 Street New York, NY 10011 212-496-8400 Connecticut 57 West Rocks Road Norwalk, CT 06851 203-229-0465 New Jersey 901 Route 10 East Whippany, NJ 07981 973-500-6480 Transitions NYC 240 Madison Avenue New York, NY 10016 646-869-4600 Long Island 30 Deforest Road Dix Hills, NY 11746 631-779-2400 Marin County 1 Saint Vincents Drive San Rafael, CA 94903 415-993-5533 Winston Online 646-970-3338 Transitions SF 360 9th Ave San Francisco, CA 94118 415-766-2395 Winston Preparatory School is a leading school for students with learning disabilities, including dyslexia, executive functioning difficulties (ADHD), and non-verbal learning disorders (NVLD). WPS does not discriminate against applicants and students on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin. The Winston Preparatory School provides programs and services and equal opportunity in the administration of its educational and admissions policies, financial aid programs, employment, and the selection of its governing board without regard to gender, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability status, or any status recognized by federal, state and local civil rights and non-discrimination laws. Privacy Policy Special Education Support | Winston Preparatory School section of webpage --> Apply Search About Who We Are What We Do Apply Now Meet Winston Prep Students Board of Trustees Leadership Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging Films About Winston Prep Winston Prep in Your Town Employment Contact Us Life After Winston About Winston Prep --> Admissions Discover Winston Prep Open Houses Application Process Admissions Team Apply to Winston Prep --> Our Campuses Our Campuses --> New York Connecticut New Jersey Long Island Marin County Summer Programs Don't see a nearby campus? Learn Online With Us Looking for Online 1:1 College Support? Learn More Transitions Program Transitions Program --> Apply Now Our Program Who Winston Transitions Serves How Winston Transitions Meets Goals Transitions NYC Transitions SF Student Life Online Online --> Winston Online Apply Now About Our Program Customizable Program Options Why Families Choose Winston Online Faculty and Research College Placement and Transition Sample Schedules Summer Program Parent Portal Winston in College Our Program Apply Now Why Winston? Research Into Practice Winston Innovation Lab Impact of the Winston Prep Model Developing Skills That Matter Creating Experts in the Field Fostering Wellness Understanding Test Findings Connection Hub For Professionals Blogs and News Winston Innovation Lab --> Support Support Winston Prep Make a Gift 2026 Winston Prep Celebration Ways to Give Development Office Giving to Winston Prep --> Apply Now Home > Support Support Thank you for the many ways you support Winston Prep. We are proud of the support that Winston Preparatory School receives each year from our generous community of current families, alumni families, trustees, faculty, foundations, corporations, and friends. Each of you support Winston Prep in many ways: donating financially, by volunteering your time, sharing your expertise, and actively participating in school life. The partnerships between families, friends, foundations, corporations, and our campuses, allow Winston Prep to stay strong and grow its mission. Support Winston Prep Make a Gift Winston Prep Annual Fund Supporting the Winston Innovation Lab Play Video Winston Prep and Innovation Lab is reimagining education for your child. The Innovation Lab brings together teachers and leaders to infuse cutting-edge research into every classroom at Winston Prep, creating a unique integration of research and practice that advances a deeper understanding of each student’s unique way of learning. This understanding allows us to continually refine our educational model to respond to each student’s individual and evolving needs and strengths, thus inspiring success in school and building a path to becoming independent adults. By engaging in innovative projects such as the QSIL , Lives Over Time , Teacher Excellence and Leadership , and the Landmark College Partnership , among others, the work of the Innovation Lab not only improves the educational outcomes of nearly 600 students at Winston Prep, it is refining the educational model for children who learn differently. Make a Gift Winston Prep Celebration Families, faculty, and friends from every Winston Prep campus celebrate our students and our school's many accomplishments during our Winston Prep Celebration season. The Winston Prep Celebration includes a weeks-long virtual campaign with emails that each highlight an aspect of Winston Prep's powerful educational model, a virtual auction of amazing items donated by families and friends, and two celebrations on each coast where we come together to celebrate our school and our community. We hope you will be a part of this important campaign and join us for a joyful evening of celebration nearest you. 2026 Winston Prep Celebration Make a Gift Learn About Our Students Contact Us New York 126 West 17 Street New York, NY 10011 212-496-8400 Connecticut 57 West Rocks Road Norwalk, CT 06851 203-229-0465 New Jersey 901 Route 10 East Whippany, NJ 07981 973-500-6480 Transitions NYC 240 Madison Avenue New York, NY 10016 646-869-4600 Long Island 30 Deforest Road Dix Hills, NY 11746 631-779-2400 Marin County 1 Saint Vincents Drive San Rafael, CA 94903 415-993-5533 Winston Online 646-970-3338 Transitions SF 360 9th Ave San Francisco, CA 94118 415-766-2395 Winston Preparatory School is a leading school for students with learning disabilities, including dyslexia, executive functioning difficulties (ADHD), and non-verbal learning disorders (NVLD). WPS does not discriminate against applicants and students on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin. The Winston Preparatory School provides programs and services and equal opportunity in the administration of its educational and admissions policies, financial aid programs, employment, and the selection of its governing board without regard to gender, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability status, or any status recognized by federal, state and local civil rights and non-discrimination laws. Privacy Policy