Student Life at
Kent School
At Kent School, student life is a vibrant blend of academics, athletics, and personal growth. From fostering healthy lifestyles through sports to cultivating meaningful connections each day, our programs inspire confidence, teamwork, and joy.
Every morning at Kent School starts with a personal connection.
Experience the warmth of our community from the moment you arrive. Learn how our Morning Greeting sets the tone for every student's day.
Athletics
SGA
Dress Code
School Store
KENT SCHOOL ATHLETICS
Promoting a Healthy Lifestyle
Designed to foster a competitive and age-appropriate atmosphere, the inter-scholastic athletics program promotes physical fitness, good sportsmanship, skill development and personal responsibility. While students are encouraged to set individual goals, the school’s primary goals for every child are to contribute to the team and to have fun.
Students in grades five through eight may participate in Kent School’s interscholastic sports program. Students may participate in co-ed soccer, co-ed field hockey, girls’ basketball, boys’ basketball, girls’ lacrosse and boys’ lacrosse. Basketball season is open for fifth graders to practice only, as games are limited to sixth through eighth graders; however fifth graders are encouraged to watch the games with parental supervision.
Student Leadership Opportunities
Reflecting Respect for Our School
Parents and students should read our Handbook for specific dress code rules.
Students in First Grade through Eighth Grade are asked to comply with our guidelines which generally require khaki, navy or black chino shorts, pants, skorts or jumpers and navy, light blue, red or white collared shirt and brown or black shoes. Athletic shoes that are predominately navy, white or black are also permitted.
Students are permitted to wear fleece or jersey outerwear if it is embroidered with the Kent School logo.
The Kent School Store
Shop our updated Online School Store for Kent School branded sportswear and accessories. There are updated styles for students, parents and alumni.
Orders may be picked up at Kent School (no shipping fee) or delivered to an address of your choice. (shipping fees will apply.)
Kent School News
Generous Gifts for Middle School Expansion Push Together We Soar Campaign Total to Nearly $2 Million
Together We Soar, Kent School’s $2.3 million campaign to expand its Middle School and grow its endowment, received a major boost last week. First, the school received a $250,000 commitment to name the new Innovation Center, which will be built on a 1,600 square foot concrete foundation that was poured in 2012 as a placeholder for future expansion of the Middle School.
Middle School Moments Matter
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 it worth it?
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.
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