“Every Scholar. Every Step.” At Wellington, each student is paired with a Personal Legacy Coach — an academic strategist, mentor, and success partner. This white-glove coaching experience ensures every learner receives personalized support, accountability, and guidance throughout each phase of their educational journey. 

Purpose of the Legacy Coach The Legacy Coach is not just a tutor or advisor — they are the anchor for each student’s development. They blend academic monitoring, emotional intelligence, life planning, and personal mentorship.

Coaches Help With:

• Academic Goal-Setting & Progress Tracking

• Executive Functioning (Time, Organization, Focus)

• Career & College Planning (for Upper School)

• Social-Emotional Development

• Leadership & Confidence Coaching

• Family Communication & Support Strategy

Coaching Framework by Grade Level 

Pre-K – 2nd Grade: The Foundation Phase Focus: Nurturing curiosity, building routines, emotional expression Coach Role:

• Weekly parent/guardian check-ins

• Building attention span and self-awareness

• Supporting learning habits (e.g., logging in, following routines)

• Instilling positive reinforcement patterns Tools Used:

• Visual trackers

• Reward systems

• Communication journals with families

Grades 3–5: The Discovery Phase Focus: Strengthening independence, building confidence, embracing challenges Coach Role:

• Bi-weekly student check-ins

• Encouraging responsibility in assignments

• Teaching time management & task planning

• Highlighting strengths and interest areas

Tools Used:

• Interactive coaching worksheets

• Monthly parent summary emails

• Growth milestone checklists

Grades 6–8: The Development Phase Focus: Identity, emotional regulation, deeper learning ownership Coach Role:

• Weekly student coaching calls

• Introduction to leadership development

• Academic and emotional balance conversations

• Teaching focus techniques, study habits, and peer communication

Tools Used:

• Digital progress dashboards

• Quarterly family planning sessions

• Self-reflection journals

Grades 9–10: The Vision Phase Focus: Purpose-driven learning, early career exposure, skill-building

Coach Role:

• Weekly student meetings (30 mins)

• Strengths-based goal creation

• High school planning & transcript tracking

• Elective selection guidance & resume-building

Tools Used:

• Digital portfolios

• Career interest inventories

• Life planning tools

Grades 11–12: The Launch Phase Focus: Execution, independence, future mapping

Coach Role:

• College & career strategy coaching

• Personal branding + scholarship planning

• Life skill prep (time mastery, interview prep, decision-making)

• Senior Capstone Project Oversight

Tools Used:

• One-on-one coaching intensives

• Portfolio presentations • Letters of recommendation & final planning sessions 

Coach-Student Ratio & Matching

• Maximum 1:12 ratio

• Matched based on personality, learning style, and long-term goals

• Every coach is certified in digital instruction, youth psychology, and executive functioning strategy 

Coaching Rhythm Timeframe Interaction Method Weekly Student Coaching Session 1:1 Zoom or Audio Call Bi-Weekly Progress Updates Coach + Family Email Monthly Data Review & Action Plan Coach + Student Quarterly Strategic Planning Conference Coach + Family

Coaching Toolkit Includes:

• Personalized Growth Dashboard

• Goal Tracking Templates

• Progress Reviews + Recommendations

• Student Success Journal

• Family Communication Reports

• Life Skills & Emotional Intelligence Lessons

Coaching Philosophy “We believe students don’t just need education — they need mentorship, mirrors, and meaningful guidance. At Wellington, we don’t just prepare students for school; we prepare them for life.” – Director of Coaching Services,

 

Wellington Preparatory Academy Coaching Outcomes

• Higher academic performance

• Stronger emotional intelligence

• Clearer sense of identity and purpose

• Early college and career clarity

• Enhanced family engagement

• Lifelong leadership skills