Student Life
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 Day
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.
Beyond the Classroom
Explore Student Life
Athletics
Interscholastic teams for grades five through eight, from soccer and field hockey to basketball and lacrosse.
Student Leadership
Middle School students run for class representative and SGA office, then lead service projects and events all year.
Dress Code
What students wear each day, and where families can order uniforms and Phys. Ed. clothing.
Promoting a Healthy Lifestyle
Kent School Athletics
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 Government
Student Leadership Opportunities
Kent School’s Student Government Association provides opportunities for Middle School students to take on leadership roles. Class representatives are elected in Fifth and Sixth Grades while Seventh and Eighth Grade students are elected to the offices of Secretary, Treasurer, Vice-President and President. The SGA coordinates community service projects, small fundraisers and social events throughout the academic year.
Dress Code
Reflecting Respect for Our School
Parents and students should read our Handbook for specific dress code rules.
Kent School students in Kindergarten through Grade Eight are required to wear Kent School branded polo style shirts and polo style dresses. New uniform and other dress code approved clothing may be purchased through our online store at Flynn O'Hara.
The Kent School Phys. Ed. uniforms, required for students in Grades Five through Eight, may also be purchased at our Flynn O'Hara store.
Available colors for polo shirts and polo style dresses are Navy Blue, Light Blue, Red and White. Kindergarten through Grade Eight are also required to wear khaki or navy pants, shorts, or skorts.
Spirit Wear
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).
Stay Connected
Kent School News
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Admission Open House
See Student Life for Yourself
Join us on November 15 for our Admission Open House and see what a day at Kent School looks like for your child, from the morning greeting to the playing field. Can't make it? We'd love to show you around on a private tour.