FIDDLEHEAD SCHOOL OF ARTS & SCIENCE

Fiddlehead School of Arts & Science is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Fiddlehead School of Arts and Sciences school district, located in Gray, ME with about 133 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 9 teachers, Fiddlehead School of Arts & Science has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The Fiddlehead School of Arts & Science, located in Gray, Maine, is a public charter school that emphasizes a holistic, project-based approach to education. Serving students from kindergarten through grade 8, the school is built on a philosophy of "Reggio Emilia-inspired" learning. This pedagogy prioritizes the child as an active researcher, fostering an environment where students explore their own interests, engage in collaborative inquiry, and develop a deep sense of connection to their natural environment and local community.

The school’s curriculum is uniquely interdisciplinary, blending artistic expression with scientific investigation to encourage critical thinking and creativity. Rather than relying solely on traditional classroom instruction, Fiddlehead leverages its campus and the surrounding Maine landscape as a "third teacher," encouraging frequent outdoor exploration and experiential learning. By focusing on emotional intelligence, social responsibility, and personalized instruction, Fiddlehead aims to graduate students who are not only academically prepared but also empathetic, curious, and environmentally conscious lifelong learners.

For more information, contact Fiddlehead School of Arts & Science at (207) 657-2244 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.