Challenge Young Minds at Dwight-Englewood School [dedicated]

What kind of adult do you want your child to grow up to be? Do you want them to be kind, compassionate and generous? Intellectually curious, thoughtful and boldly imaginative? Resilient, hard-working and organized? Creative, collaborative and persistent? All of the above? At Dwight-Englewood School, a co-educational, independent school for students in preschool through Grade 12, students are educated and encouraged to be all of this and more. To, in fact, "meet the challenges of a changing world and make it better."

The youngest learners at Dwight-Englewood School, the students in the Lower School, benefit from small class sizes, individualized instruction and devoted, innovative teachers. A strong academic foundation for lifelong learning is built through inquiry and experimentation, supplemented by enrichment activities that both challenge and inform.

Middle School students at Dwight-Englewood School balance a rigorous academic schedule and extracurriculars as they explore their interests, and hopefully try something new. The Middle School curriculum allows for both exploration of new ideas and concepts, and deep dives into topics of interest. Middle School at Dwight-Englewood is interactive, collaborative and kinetic. Students leave the middle school ready to take on the advanced coursework of the Upper School with enthusiasm and curiosity.

The hallmark of the Upper School at Dwight-Englewood is the unique elective curriculum. Students in the ninth and tenth grade study a core curriculum that solidifies skills through analysis, grounds students in basic concepts, and establishes an appreciation for the rewards of knowledge. As juniors and seniors, students are offered an array of elective couses that reflect the commitment of the faculty to relevant and deep learning. Students are taught to think critically, reflect throughtfully and, most importantly, to communicate effectively. Diversity in all forms, including viewpoint and perspective, is paramount. Dwight-Englewood graduates report that their education leaves them well-prepared for the intensity of higher education and advanced studies.

Dwight-Englewood School is hosting virtual information sessions, campus tours, academic deep dives, and community meet and greets. If you'd like to learn more about the school and its programs, or to register for events, please visit the Admissions website.