2025-2026 Tuition Rates

At Breakwater, tuition covers all aspects of our integrated curriculum: classroom supplies, field trips, adventure days, and overnight experiences (excluding the 8th Grade Costa Rica trip). Breakwater supports families with sourcing outdoor gear and items for adventures.

Snacks and lunch are not able to be provided by Breakwater and are brought to school by families.

Early Childhood
Toddler + Preschool

Elementary
Kindergarten - 4th Grade

Middle School
5th - 8th Grade

Half Days
$19,619

Full Days
$26,699

$30,610

$32,067

School Hours are 8:00 - 3:10pm
All grade levels dismiss at 1:30pm on Fridays. AfterCare is available for all grades.

Tuition Assistance

We know that financial planning is a key part of the enrollment process, and we’re committed to making Breakwater accessible to as many families as possible.

Tuition-based schooling can create barriers, and we work to bend and break those regularly. Financial need takes many forms, and we invite all families to apply.

Breakwater partners with Clarity to help make a Breakwater education possible for families based on demonstrated financial need and the availability of funds. The Clarity platform provides a simple, secure, and streamlines way for families to share financial information, including income, expenses, assets, debts, and areas to note your realistic financial landscape.

 

BREAKWATER IS DEDICATED TO ACCESSIBILITY

60%
of elementary and middle school students receive
need-based tuition assistance

$12,663
is the average tuition paid by families receiving assistance

 

Eligibility

Tuition assistance is available for Kindergarten through 8th Grade families.

Unfortunately, assistance is not yet available for Early Childhood programs. We are actively working to expand accessibility in all grades as part of our long-term commitment to breaking financial barriers.

When to Apply

Families may begin the clarity application at any point during the admissions process. However, tuition assistance is reviewed after a student is accepted, ensuring that financial considerations are separate from admissions decisions. This structure supports are equitable, mission-driven process for all families.

We prioritize admitting students who will thrive at Breakwater and work carefully to match each family’s demonstrated need as fully as possible through the Clarity process. Every application is reviewed with care and intention.

If you’re hesistant to apply because of financial considerations, please don’t let that stand in the way of exploring Breakwater. You are encouraged to reach out to Molly Tucker, Director of Enrollment, to talk through your family’s situation and learn more about how the process works.

All conversations regarding accessibility and tuition assistance are kept strictly confidential.

How to Apply

1. Create your Clarity account and begin your application.
- The process typically takes less than 30 minutes to complete.
- It is mobile-friendly and can be saved and resumed at any time.
-A $65 fee is required to submit.

2. Request Breakwater’s access code by contacting Molly Tucker, Director of Enrollment.
- mtucker@breakwaterschool.org
- 207-772-8689 x.243

3. Submit your application and supporting documents.
- Clarity will guide you through uploading necessary tax documentation (1040s, W2s, etc.)
- Documents may also be transferred directly from the IRS once you complete the verification step.

Click to Apply

Support for Families

Clarity offers in-app chat and email support through the “Help” button in the bottom left corner of the application, or by contacting support@clarityapp.com or 206-210-3752.

Support is available in English and Spanish, and the application itself is also available in Spanish.

If your family would benefit from translation or additional support navigating the application, please reach out. We’re happy to help.

Tuition & Assistance FAQs

    • 10% deposit due upon signing the enrollment contract

    • Option of ten monthly payments (June-April) or one/two installments

    • Checks

    • ACH

    • Credit Card

    • AfterCare & Enrichment (separate registration)

    • 8th grade Costa Rica trip

  • We understand that an unexpected loss of work, health issues, or a variety of other factors can impact your financial status making it difficult to fulfill your financial obligations to the school. If this unfortunate situation occurs, please contact the Director of Enrollment with any documentation that supports your change in finances. We make every effort to work with families.

  • Breakwater offers a 5% discount to the youngest sibling.

  • Breakwater does not provide financial aid awards to Toddler and Preschool students. We encourage families to explore the Dependent Care Tax Benefits in the State of Maine.