Business Details
Trusted Private School Education from Infant Care to High School
Chesterbrook Academy is a multi-brand education network dedicated to providing superior private school education from infant care through high school. With approximately 204 schools across 19 U.S. states and an international presence in Asia, we combine proven curricula and diverse pedagogical approaches to meet students' unique needs. Our Early Childhood Education Division offers infant care through Pre-K/K programs, including proprietary Links to Learning and Montessori-accredited methods. The K-12 Division delivers high-quality education through acclaimed curricula like BASIS Independent Schools and Stratford's STEAM-based program, recognized by the White House for STEM excellence.Our Online Division features Laurel Springs School, a WASC-accredited pioneer in online private education since 1991. Headquartered in Campbell, California, we unite four premier school organizations to create a best-in-class educational platform. Our mission focuses on developing exceptional schools and educators while fostering values like ownership, trust, and continuous improvement. With decades of collective experience in private education, our leadership team prioritizes student outcomes, financial discipline, and innovative teaching methodologies to elevate educational standards nationwide.
Services
Early Childhood Education
K-12 Programs
Online Learning
Curriculum Development
School Management
Highlights and features
- We offer proven curricula recognized by the White House for STEM excellence
- Our network includes 204 schools with decades of collective educational experience
- We provide personalized learning through diverse pedagogical approaches
- Our proprietary Links to Learning curriculum integrates renowned educational theories
- We pioneered online private school education since 1991
Associations and certifications
- WASC
Services
Early Childhood Education
Our Early Childhood Education Division offers infant care through Pre-K/K programs with diverse approaches including proprietary Links to Learning curriculum, Montessori-accredited methods, and language immersion programs. We combine educational theories from Dewey, Piaget, and Vygotsky to create developmentally appropriate learning experiences that prepare young children for academic success.
K-12 Programs
The K-12 Division delivers comprehensive education through acclaimed curricula like BASIS Independent Schools and Stratford's STEAM-based program. Our approach emphasizes high academic standards, innovative teaching methodologies, and personalized learning experiences that have earned recognition from the White House for excellence in early childhood STEM education across 72 schools nationwide.
Online Learning
Laurel Springs School provides WASC-accredited online private education for grades K-12 and beyond. Our flexible, personalized learning platform offers year-round enrollment and individualized instruction, making quality education accessible to students regardless of geographic location while maintaining rigorous academic standards established since 1991.
Curriculum Development
We develop specialized curricula integrating proven educational theories and modern pedagogical approaches. Our proprietary Links to Learning framework combines Montessori principles with progressive teaching methods, while BASIS Curriculum and STEAM-based programs offer structured pathways for academic excellence and skill development in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics.
School Management
Our school management services focus on operational excellence and educational leadership across 204 institutions. We implement standardized quality controls, professional development programs for educators, and financial discipline practices while maintaining local adaptability. This approach ensures consistent educational quality across diverse geographic locations and pedagogical models while supporting innovation and continuous improvement.
People
Michael Collins
Chief Executive Officer
CEO of Chesterbrook Academy with prior experience as Managing Director at Primavera Capital. Alumnus of Princeton University and Stanford Graduate School of Business. Parent of three boys enrolled in Spring Education schools.
Sherry Adams
Vice Chairwoman & Founder Stratford School
Founding board member with 35+ years in private education. Former Chief Academic Officer and K12 President. Specializes in curriculum development and academic leadership. Passionate educator committed to child development and learning excellence.
Debbie Listman
Chief Financial Officer
CFO since 2018 with extensive financial expertise. Former COO at Wonderful Company. Educator family legacy spanning three generations. Ensures school leaders focus on educational excellence while managing financial operations across the network.
Matt Dick
President of BASIS Independent and Stratford School
20-year executive management veteran with education finance and operations background. Former COO/CFO of BASIS Educational Ventures. MBA from Arizona State University. Leads operations for BASIS Independent and Stratford School divisions.
Dr. Jeanne Huybrechts
Chief Academic Officer
Four-decade education leader with expertise in STEM programs, information literacy, and student wellness. Holds doctorate in Educational Leadership from UCLA. Oversees academic standards and instructional quality across all Spring Education institutions.
Questions
What educational programs do you offer?
We offer infant care through high school programs, including Montessori, STEAM-based curricula, online education, and language immersion programs across 204 schools.
Are your online programs accredited?
Yes, our Laurel Springs School online division holds WASC accreditation and has provided quality online education since 1991.
How many schools do you operate?
We currently operate approximately 204 private schools across 19 U.S. states and internationally in Asia.
What makes your curriculum unique?
Our curricula combine proven educational theories with modern pedagogy, including proprietary Links to Learning, BASIS Curriculum, and White House-recognized STEM programs.
How can I enroll my child?
Visit our website to locate the nearest school or contact our corporate offices in Campbell, California for enrollment assistance.
What educational philosophies do you follow?
We integrate multiple approaches including Montessori principles, STEAM education, and research-based methodologies from educational theorists like Dewey and Vygotsky.
