Academics

It’s particularly important to focus on the moments in Middle School as it’s a time when students grow and change rapidly while navigating the awkwardness of puberty. And, while it may seem like a blur, the truth is, Middle School moments matter in ways that often aren’t fully understood until later in life. The friendships formed, the challenges faced, and the lessons learned during these years have a profound impact on who students become as individuals.

Is an independent school education worth it? At Kent School, the answer is a resounding yes. From teaching cursive to preserve historical literacy to assigning full-length novels that foster critical thinking and deep engagement, Kent School ensures students are prepared for future academic success and beyond. Discover how our rigorous and joyful learning environment inspires students to meet high expectations and become true scholars.

We are introducing “Courage” as the guiding theme for the academic school year! Let’s reflect on its meaning as well as discuss the school’s commitment to fostering a community where students and faculty embrace vulnerability, take risks, and support one another’s growth. We know courage and confidence are essential for the personal development of our students at Kent School.

By Tricia Cammerzell, Assistant Head of School for Advancement Culminating events get the headlines but the real work lies in the backstories. Every academic year at Kent School ends with students demonstrating their mastery of a subject area or participating in a...

There are so many reasons to love our rural, riverside campus and recently we added another one to the list. On a cool evening in February, the new moon and resulting dark night sky provided the perfect backdrop for our inaugural STARFEST. STARFEST was born from the...