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Nfi/aco Inst

735 New London Avenue
Cranston, RI 02920
Nafi/Nfi Is A Leading Human Services Organization That Works With Numerous State And Local Agencies Throughout The Country In The Delivery Of Human Services Programs.
It Also Has Gained A National Reputation For Pioneering Interactive, Inclusive Trainings That Have Significantly Impacted Public And Nonprofit Service Organizations.
Nafi/Nfi's Mission Is To: "Create Community Environments Based Upon Principles Of Dignity And Respect That Help Children, Adults And Families To Grow And Change In Order To Better Their Lives And The World Around Them." The Overarching Philosophy Of Creating Normative Communities Centers On Building Mission-driven Environments That Empower Individuals To Thrive And Reach Their Goals.
To Build These Cultures, Nafi/Nfi Has Devised A Systematic Approach Whereby Norms Are Established And Regularly Evaluated By All Community Members To Determine How Well They Support The Mission.
When Done Consistently, Benefits Are Tangible. In Residential And Non-residential Programs, Communities Develop A Strong Sense Of Trust, Communication Becomes More Open, And Feedback Is Encouraged.
Clients Have An Opportunity To Find Their Voices While Taking Charge Of Their Own Growth And Healing.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: 5-8
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
School Calendar

Student Body

Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 28%

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

School Notes

  • Nafi/Nfi Is A Leading Human Services Organization That Works With Numerous State And Local Agencies Throughout The Country In The Delivery Of Human Services Programs. It Also Has Gained A National Reputation For Pioneering Interactive, Inclusive Trainings That Have Significantly Impacted Public And Nonprofit Service Organizations. Nafi/Nfi's Mission Is To: "Create Community Environments Based Upon Principles Of Dignity And Respect That Help Children, Adults And Families To Grow And Change In Order To Better Their Lives And The World Around Them." The Overarching Philosophy Of Creating Normative Communities Centers On Building Mission-driven Environments That Empower Individuals To Thrive And Reach Their Goals. To Build These Cultures, Nafi/Nfi Has Devised A Systematic Approach Whereby Norms Are Established And Regularly Evaluated By All Community Members To Determine How Well They Support The Mission. When Done Consistently, Benefits Are Tangible. In Residential And Non-residential Programs, Communities Develop A Strong Sense Of Trust, Communication Becomes More Open, And Feedback Is Encouraged. Clients Have An Opportunity To Find Their Voices While Taking Charge Of Their Own Growth And Healing.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: 5-8
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Providence County, RI is $19,023 for elementary schools and $25,418 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Providence County, RI is 76% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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