Brightbridge Advisors – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

πŸ“ Who is Brightbridge Advisors?

Brightbridge Advisors is a premier boarding school consulting firm based in Darien, Connecticut, specializing in personalized boarding school, day school, and postgraduate (PG) year admissions advising. Led by Kristin White, a nationally recognized education expert and author, Brightbridge helps families navigate the competitive private school admissions process with confidence.

πŸŽ“ What services does Brightbridge Advisors offer?

Brightbridge Advisors is a boarding school admissions consultant and provides the following services:

  • Personalized school list development

  • Application and essay support/assistance

  • Discussion of admissions strategy and application strategy

  • Assistance with campus visit trip planning

  • Brainstorming & review of essays and parent statement essays

  • Interview preparation and mock interviews

  • Standardized test strategy advising

  • Review of follow up emails and other contact with boarding school staff

  • Assistance with athletic recruiting and art/theatre recruiting, where relevant

  • PG year and reclassification counseling

  • Final decision and school selection guidance

  • Advocacy and communication with school admissions teams when appropriate

All services are customized to each student’s academic background, extracurricular strengths, and long-term goals.

πŸ‘©β€πŸ« Who is Kristin White?

Kristin White is the founder of Brightbridge Advisors and has over 20 years of experience in independent school admissions consulting. She is the author of multiple books, including The Complete Guide to the Gap Year and the Prep: The Parent’s Guide to Boarding Schools. Kristin also serves as Director of Secondary School Counseling at a respected Fairfield County K–8 school.

🏫 What is boarding school admissions consulting?

Boarding school admissions consulting is a personalized service that helps families identify the best-fit schools for their child, prepare strong applications, and successfully navigate the competitive admissions process.

πŸ” What is a PG year, and how can Brightbridge help?

A Postgraduate (PG) year is an additional year of high school offered at many boarding schools, often taken by students to improve academic records, mature socially, or gain athletic development. Brightbridge Advisors provides expert guidance to families considering PG programs, helping identify the right fit and craft compelling applications.

πŸ“ Where is Brightbridge Advisors located?

Brightbridge Advisors is located in Darien, Connecticut, and serves families across Fairfield County (including Darien, Fairfield, Greenwich, New Canaan, Ridgefield, Westport, and Wilton), New York City, Westchester County, New Jersey (including Summit, Chatham, Morristown, and Mendham) and throughout the U.S. and internationally via virtual consultations.

πŸ’¬ Why choose Brightbridge Advisors over other consulting firms?

Brightbridge Advisors offers:

  • Deep expertise in the boarding school admissions landscape

  • A highly personalized approach tailored to each student

  • Proven track record of successful placements at top-tier schools

  • Thought leadership from Kristin White, a published author and admissions expert

Families looking for a boarding school consultant trust Brightbridge for strategic, compassionate, and results-driven guidance. Each family works directly with Kristin White.

πŸ–₯️ Does Brightbridge Advisors offer remote consultations?

Yes, Brightbridge Advisors works with families locally and across the U.S. and internationally via Zoom and other virtual platforms, ensuring personalized attention no matter your location.

✨ Want Personalized Guidance?

Visit brightbridgeadvisors.com  to learn how our expert team can help your child succeed in the boarding school admissions process.