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.
Day Student Options
When Students Are Understood, Everything Changes
A college-preparatory high school designed specifically for neurodivergent learners.
Worth the Drive
Families come from across the country to experience Franklin Academy. Now, with expanded Day Student options, local families can access the same specialized, college-preparatory program tailored for neurodivergent learners. At Franklin, students gain:
- Small, individualized classes
- Educators who understand neurodivergent learning styles
- Built-in executive functioning support
- Opportunities to grow social-emotional skills
- A supportive community where students feel seen and valued
For many families, the right environment matters more than proximity.
Boarding School Experience – Home Every Night
Day students are fully immersed in our dynamic boarding school community while returning home each evening. This model combines the structure, connection, and opportunities of residential life with the comfort and familiarity of home. Students benefit from:- A consistent, supportive daily routine
- A diverse peer community from across the country and around the world
- Opportunities to build independence and social confidence
- Integrated academic and executive functioning support
Two Ways to Experience Franklin
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
Monday – Friday | 8:30 AM–8:30 PM | Weekend Trips
A comprehensive day-plus-evening program that blends academics, structured study time, social-emotional learning, and community-based experiences.
Students benefit from extended opportunities for:
- Executive functioning growth
- Guided evening study support
- Social connection and peer engagement
- Life skills development and increasing independence
- Weekend trips and shared community experiences
- Ideal for students who thrive with added structure, supported independence, and deeper engagement in a connected community.
Monday – Friday | 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
A structured academic day that combines individualized instruction, executive functioning support, and integrated social learning within a college-preparatory setting.
Students are fully engaged in Franklin’s academic program while returning home each day.
Ideal for students who benefit from Franklin’s supportive environment while maintaining after-school activities and family routines.
Students leave Franklin with:
- A strong foundation for college success
- Enhanced executive functioning skills
- Confidence in how they learn best
- Meaningful connections with peers and mentors
- Increased independence and self-advocacy skills
