About

About

Advanced Academics for Preschool - Grade 8

The Sage School is New England’s leader in gifted education. Located in Foxborough, Massachusetts, we pride ourselves on offering a challenging curriculum, academic peers, and creative learning opportunities for the brightest students in the Greater Boston and Providence areas. Since 1990, we have provided an advanced learning environment for children to reach their potential. Small class sizes, experienced teachers trained in gifted education, and a curriculum designed especially for gifted students make The Sage School an ideal choice for parents looking to give their children a strong academic foundation upon which to build and to grow.

Exceptional Memory

Retains and recalls information with ease, often surprising parents with detailed recollections.

Advanced Vocabulary

Uses complex language and grasps abstract concepts earlier than peers.

Quick Learner

Understands new ideas rapidly, often needing minimal repetition.

Highly Curious

Asks deep, thought-provoking questions about the world and how things work.

Strong Problem-Solving Skills

Approaches challenges with creative and unconventional solutions.

Keen Observation Skills

Notices details and patterns that others might overlook.

Strong Imagination

Engages in elaborate storytelling, role-playing, or creative play.

High Energy Level

Often deeply engaged in activities without tiring easily.

Intense Focus

Can concentrate for long periods on topics of interest but may struggle with less engaging tasks.

Emotional Sensitivity

Feels deeply and may exhibit strong empathy or heightened emotional responses.

Strong Sense of Justice

Notices fairness and ethical issues early and may advocate for others.

Independent Thinker

Forms personal opinions, questions rules, and enjoys intellectual debates.

Appreciation for Wordplay

Enjoys playing with language, puns, and complex word patterns, even if they may not always grasp traditional humor.

Perfection-ism

Sets high standards for themselves and may become frustrated when unable to meet them.

Asynchron-ous Develop-ment

Excels intellectually but may develop socially or emotionally at a different pace.

Fifth grader, Charles A., is in his Third year at The Sage School.

Dr. Amy Juliano of Dover, MA is the parent of four Sagers in grades eight, six, four and one. This is her family’s seventh year at Sage.

Elizabeth Krikelis of Foxboro, MA is in her 26th year as a teacher at The Sage School. She currently teaches Grade 3.

Rohan Jayaraman is a 2019 graduate of The Sage School and is currently a Class of 2023 student at The Wheeler School.