You’re One of a Kind.
So Are We.
School One is a progressive, private high school in Rhode Island where students from many different backgrounds come together in a supportive community. Since 1973, School One students have pursued meaningful questions through interdisciplinary coursework and sophisticated arts instruction. Never “one-size-fits-all,” School One’s approach builds on each student’s strengths and interests. Our graduates go on to top-ranked colleges, art schools, and most importantly, go on to lead lives of caring and compassion.
“School One is a rare blend of rigorous, non-competitive, and supportive. Our small classes are similar to college seminars — filled with student voices, debate, and meaningful questions about the world.”
School One's flexible environment is well suited to accommodate International students and students with mild to moderate special education needs.
School One does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Saturday Admissions Open House
Drop in for a tour of School One between 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 7, 2026. Meet students and discover how our small school makes a huge impact on the lives of students! Faculty will be available for in depth talks about our Art Pathway, college counseling process, and approach to Academic Support.
Saturday, February 7, 2026
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Email or call with questions 401-331-2497, extension 107.
Spend a Day at School One!
Sign up for a School One Shadow Day
Wednesday, February 17, 2026
8:45 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Students in grades 7-11
Are you a student who is curious about School One? Are you a current School One student and want to bring a friend for the day?
Have you already been accepted at School One and want to take another look?
Register today for the School One Shadow Day!
Shadowing students will be assigned a host student and will attend their classes for the day. Pizza lunch will be provided. Students can plan on seeing classes like Spanish, Digital Art, Ethics, Physics, Ceramics, Psychology, Music, Creative Writing, Animation, Eastern Philosophies, Geometry, Trigonometry, British Literature and MORE.
Saturday Writing and Art Classes at School One
February 7, 14 and 21
School One and Write Rhode Island would like to invite all students in grades 6-12 to come and take a class with us. Choose from Pop Up Books, Fiction, Sewing, Poetry, Magic The Gathering and more!
Our community classes are open to the public and have a suggested donation of $10 to help cover costs, though participation is always welcome regardless of ability to contribute.
Donate to the Annual Appeal today!
Support School One's students by donating during our Annual Appeal period, which lasts through the end of the year. Funds gathered will directly go to support the school - including the needs of students and faculty. At School One, a sense of belonging is key to helping students learn and grow. You can learn more about this by reading our Annual Appeal Letter.
When you are ready to donate you can mail a check to the school or visit our Online Donation form.
