The Long Ridge School

What The Long Ridge School does

The Long Ridge School is a private, for-profit-independent co-educational day school located on a 14-acre wooded campus at 478 Erskine Road in North Stamford, Connecticut, serving children from age 2 through Grade 5. Founded in 1938 by Harriet Rowland and relocated to its current campus in 1957, the school operates a progressive, inquiry-based pedagogy centered on a multi-age two-year classroom model and an interdisciplinary thematic curriculum with specialist instruction in science, Spanish, art, music, physical education, and library sciences. The institution serves approximately 90 students drawn primarily from Stamford and surrounding Fairfield County, CT and Westchester County, NY communities, with ~25-30 faculty and staff (averaging 20 years teaching experience, 80% with advanced degrees).

Revenue is generated predominantly through annual tuition subscriptions (ranging from $9,750 for a 2-day Beginners program to $46,500 for Grades 4-5), supplemented by tiered extended-day programming ($700-$10,200), after-school enrichment activities ($240-$650 per activity), and a summer day camp (Long Ridge Camp) operated in partnership with the Alswanger family. Approximately 37% of students receive need-based financial aid administered through SSS/NAIS, and the school supplements operating revenue with an Annual Fund campaign that raised roughly $115,000 in 2025-2026 against a $125,000 target. The go-to-market motion is sales-led and personalized: prospective families submit an inquiry via RenWeb, schedule individual campus tours through Calendly, complete a parent interview with the Director of Admissions, and apply through a December 15 first-round deadline with rolling admissions thereafter.

The technology backbone consists of third-party administrative platforms (RenWeb/FACTS for student information and family portal, Follett Destiny for the library, FirstView for bus tracking) rather than proprietary systems; the school's differentiated intellectual property lies in its curriculum architecture and pedagogical model refined over 85+ years. The Long Ridge School holds full accreditation from the Connecticut Association of Independent Schools (CAIS) and is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), and has been named 'Best Elementary School' in Stamford and Fairfield County for 16 consecutive years. Graduates historically matriculate to selective independent secondary schools (Harvey, King, New Canaan Country, St. Luke's) and a long list of selective universities including Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Columbia, Brown, and Dartmouth.

Name

The Long Ridge School

Legal name

The Long Ridge School

Website

https://longridgeschool.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1938

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Long Ridge School is a private independent day school in North Stamford, CT, serving approximately 90 children from age 2 through Grade 5 on a 14-acre campus using a progressive, multi-age, inquiry-based curriculum with specialist instruction. It draws families from Fairfield County, CT and Westchester County, NY.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Stamford

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Tuition: Primary revenue stream from tuition payments across multiple programs. Beginners program ranges from $9,750-$23,600 annually depending on days attended. Nursery is $24,750. Kindergarten-Grade 1 is $43,750. Grades 2-3 is $45,250. Grades 4-5 is $46,500.
2. Extended Day Programs: Additional revenue from extended day options including Beginners Lunch Brunch ($700-$3,500), Beginners Extended Day ($1,050-$5,250), and Nursery Extended Day ($2,370-$10,200).
3. After-School Activities: Fees for after-school programs including Robotics ($270), Art Club ($252), Chess Club ($275), STEAM Club ($330), Band ($650), Amazing Athletes ($300), Math & Games Club ($280), and Improv ($240).
4. Summer Camp: Revenue from affiliated Long Ridge Camp operated by the Alswanger family, serving children from 3 years old through those graduating 8th grade.
5. Financial Aid: Need-based financial aid awarded through School and Student Service for Financial Aid (SSS/NAIS) to approximately 37% of students from diverse socio-economic backgrounds. Does not generate revenue but enables socioeconomic diversity.
6. Annual Fund Donations: Tax-deductible donations to the Annual Fund, which raised approximately $115,000 last year with a current target of $125,000. Supports operational costs not covered by tuition.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

The Long Ridge School is a private independent school providing early childhood (Beginners and Nursery/Pre-K for ages 2-5) and elementary education (Kindergarten through Grade 5) on a 14-acre wooded campus in Stamford, CT. The school delivers a progressive, inquiry-based interdisciplinary curriculum with multi-age two-year classrooms, specialist instruction in science, Spanish, art, music, physical education, and library, and a low student-teacher ratio. Tuition-based enrollment is supplemented by extended day programs, after-school enrichment activities, and a summer day camp operated by the Alswanger family.

Product overview

The Long Ridge School is a private independent school offering a unified early childhood and elementary education experience. Its core portfolio consists of Early Childhood Programs (Beginners, Nursery/Pre-K for ages 2-5), the Elementary School Program (Kindergarten through Grade 5), and Specialist Programs (Science, Spanish, Art, Performing Arts, Physical Education, Library). The school also offers supplementary programs including Summer Camp (Long Ridge Camp), Before & After School Care, and Nursery Extended Day. All programs are delivered on a 14-acre wooded campus using a progressive, inquiry-based, interdisciplinary curriculum with multi-age two-year classrooms and low student-teacher ratios. The school serves approximately 90 students from Stamford, CT and surrounding areas including Greenwich, New Canaan, Darien, and Pound Ridge, NY.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Early Childhood Programs (Beginners and Nursery/Pre-K) Private preschool and pre-K programs including Beginners (for children 2 turning 3) and Nursery/Pre-K programs, fostering confident sense of self, intellectual curiosity, collaboration, and creative expression through personalized attention and hands-on experiences for families in the Stamford, CT region.
• Elementary School Program (Kindergarten through Grade 5) Private elementary school program for Kindergarten through Grade 5, featuring multi-age two-year classrooms, interdisciplinary thematic curriculum, and specialist teachers in science, Spanish, visual/performing arts, and physical education, designed for families seeking rigorous private school preparation.
• Long Ridge Camp (Summer Day Camp) Summer day camp operated by the Alswanger family for nearly 65 years, catering to children ages 3 through 8th grade with activities including swimming, sports, arts, adventure, and performances on the school's 14-acre campus.
• Specialist Programs (Science, Spanish, Art, Music, PE, Library) Specialty classes including Library, Science, Spanish, Art, Performing Arts (Music), and Physical Education, providing interdisciplinary learning opportunities that complement core classroom studies for all grade levels.
• Before & After School Care Before school care (K-5, drop-off from 8:00 am, no fee) and after school care (until 5:30 pm, $10/hour), plus after-school enrichment activities including Robotics, Chess Club, STEAM Club, Ceramics, and Band for currently enrolled families.
• Nursery Extended Day Program Afternoon extension program for Nursery students from 1:00-3:00 pm with outdoor recess, activities, and specialist teacher sessions (Music, Science, PE, Art). Annual fees range from $2,370 (1 afternoon) to $10,200 (5 afternoons) per year.

Quantifiable outcome

• 16 consecutive years named 'Best Elementary School' in Stamford and Fairfield County
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• RenWeb (PowerSchool)coreTechnology or IntegrationCloud-based school management and admissions platform used for inquiry forms, applications, enrollment contracts, and student information management. School code TL-CT.
• FACTScoreTechnology or IntegrationFamily Portal platform for accessing health/emergency forms, directory, re-enrollment contracts, and payment processing including installment plans.
• School and Student Service for Financial Aid (SSS/NAIS)coreTechnology or IntegrationNational Association of Independent Schools division providing financial aid evaluation services. Used to assess demonstrated need for financial aid determinations. School Code 4666.
• Alswanger Family (Long Ridge Camp)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNearly 65-year partnership with Alswanger family (3 generations on staff) operating Long Ridge Camp on the school campus during summer months, serving children ages 3 through 8th grade with swimming, sports, arts, adventure activities.
• City of Stamford School DistrictminorOthersBusing arrangement for Stamford residents through the City of Stamford school bus system.
• La Rocca's Country MarketminorOthersOrganic, hand-selected, high-quality catered lunch provider for K-5 students. Gluten-free options available.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCLlZIjaPKNnh1-_piHTERBw/featured
• Facebookfacebook.com/LongRidgeSchool
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/the-long-ridge-school-lrs
• Instagraminstagram.com/long.ridge.school
• Xx.com/LongRidgeSchool

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about The Long Ridge School