New Bedford Charter School Now Accepting Applications

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Global Learning Charter Public School in New Bedford, Massachusetts is accepting applications from students entering grades 5-10 for the 2026-2027 school year. The school will hold an enrollment open house on February 5th, with a snow date of February 10th. Applications are due by February 27th and are selected through a blind lottery in March.

Why it matters

Global Learning Charter Public School provides a tuition-free, college preparatory education with a focus on critical thinking skills and a robust after-school program. As a commonwealth charter school, it offers an alternative to the traditional public school system in New Bedford, which has struggled with low test scores and high dropout rates in recent years.

The details

Global Learning Charter Public School serves 500 students in grades 5-12 and uses a curriculum focused on interdisciplinary learning, technology integration, and developing students' communication and collaboration skills. The school also capitalizes on regional resources like marine sciences to connect its curriculum to the local community.

• The application deadline is February 27, 2026.
• The enrollment open house is scheduled for February 5, 2026, with a snow date of February 10, 2026.
• The blind lottery to select students will be held in March 2026.

What’s next

Families interested in enrolling their children at Global Learning Charter Public School for the 2026-2027 school year must submit their applications by the February 27th deadline.