Day Student Options

When Students Are Understood, Everything Changes

A college-preparatory high school designed specifically for neurodivergent learners.

Worth the Drive

Families travel from across the country for the Franklin Academy experience. Now, with expanded opportunities for Day Students, local families can access the same highly specialized college-preparatory program designed specifically for neurodivergent learners. At Franklin, students benefit from:

  • Small, personalized classes
  • Experts who understand neurodivergent learning
  • Integrated executive functioning support
  • Social-emotional skill development
  • A welcoming community where students feel understood and belong

For many families, finding the right learning environment matters more than finding the closest one.

Franklin Academy is worth the drive.

Boarding School Advantage – Home Every Night

Day students participate fully in the life of our vibrant boarding school community while returning home each evening. This unique structure allows students to experience the energy, structure, and opportunities of a residential school environment with the comfort of home. Students gain:

  • A structured and supportive daily rhythm
  • A community of peers from across the country and around the world
  • Opportunities for independence and social growth
  • Academic and executive functioning support built into every day

It’s the boarding school advantage with the flexibility of living at home.

Two Ways to Experience Franklin

Families can choose the structure that best supports their student’s growth and independence.

Monday – Friday | 8:30 AM – 8:30 PM | Weekend Trips

A comprehensive day-plus-evening model that combines academics, structured study, social-emotional programming, and community living experiences.

Students benefit from extended opportunities for:

  • Executive functioning development
  • Structured evening study support
  • Social engagement and peer connection
  • Life skills and independence-building
  • Weekend community trips and experiences

Ideal for students who benefit from greater structure, guided independence, and extended community engagement.

Monday – Friday | 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM

A structured academic day that provides individualized learning, executive functioning support, and integrated social learning within a college-preparatory environment.

Students participate fully in Franklin’s academic program while maintaining their daily routine at home.

Ideal for students who thrive with Franklin’s academic support while balancing after-school commitments or family schedules.

Students graduate with:

  • Strong academic preparation for college
  • Improved executive functioning skills
  • Confidence in their learning style
  • A supportive network of peers and mentors
  • Greater independence and self-advocacy
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