Independence in the truest sense of the word. Independent schools are governed by a board of trustees, not a public school board. Independent school teachers have the freedom to create educational experiences that meet each child’s needs, without state mandates on curriculum, textbooks, and testing.
 

Mission-Driven Education Whether co-ed or single sex, day school or boarding school, each independent school is driven by its own unique philosophy, values, and approach to teaching.
 

High Academic Standards Independent schools nurture intellectual curiosity, stimulate personal growth, encourage critical thinking, and promote a lifelong love of learning.
 

Small classes that allow for individual attention. Low student-teacher ratios encourage close connections between instructors and students.