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At Westover, you will build a strong foundation for your unique future with our comprehensive academic program that offers a diverse range of opportunities to explore your interests in-depth.
Our program combines a robust liberal arts education with challenging but manageable coursework. Most importantly, our program offers meaning to your studies, which will stay with you for a lifetime. The skills you acquire during your time with us will help drive your success in college and beyond.
10 Reasons you will find your place at Westover:
- Rigorous Academics
- Exceptional Faculty
- Diverse Arts Programs
- Competitive Athletics
- STEM Opportunities
- Global Citizenship
- Supportive Community
- College Counseling & Guidance
- Inclusive Gender-Diverse All-Girls Environment
- Our Beautiful Campus
Rigorous Academics:
Westover School's challenging and diverse curriculum encourages intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. The school offers a broad range of subjects, including advanced courses, to prepare students for higher education and beyond.
Exceptional Faculty:
Westover's experienced and dedicated faculty members are passionate about teaching and genuinely care about their students. Small class sizes allow for personalized attention, fostering a strong bond between students and teachers.
Diverse Arts Programs:
Westover School offers a wide variety of arts programs, including visual arts, theater, dance, and music. Students have numerous opportunities to explore their creative passions and showcase their talents through performances and exhibitions.
Competitive Athletics:
Westover School boasts a strong athletics program, with teams competing in various sports across multiple leagues. The school emphasizes teamwork, sportsmanship, and personal growth, helping students develop resilience and determination.
STEM Opportunities:
A leader in the STEM field, Westover School pioneered its WISE (Women in Science and Engineering) curriculum over 20 years ago. At that time, the fields of math, engineering, and science were almost totally male-dominated. Westover continues to draw upon its deep understanding of how to encourage girls to excel in fields traditionally unrepresented by girls. Its state-of-the-art facilities and resources support hands-on learning and exploration.
Global Citizenship:
Westover School promotes global awareness and understanding by offering various opportunities for cultural exchange and travel. Students engage with different perspectives, fostering empathy, tolerance, and a sense of global responsibility. Westover has several exchange partner schools across the globe, offering opportunities to study abroad in England, Jordan, Australia, and beyond.
Supportive Community:
Westover School's close-knit community values inclusivity, respect, and camaraderie. Unique among private schools, Westover's entire boarding community resides together in our 110+ year-old, historic Main Building, divided into six 'Corridors'. These close connections allow students to form lifelong friendships and develop a strong sense of belonging, making their time at Westover truly unforgettable.
College Counseling & Guidance:
Westover's comprehensive college counseling program helps students navigate the college application process, providing guidance and support throughout their high school journey. The school's dedicated counselors work closely with students to identify the best-fit colleges and universities.
Inclusive Gender-Diverse All-Girls Environment:
Westover School provides an empowering all-girls environment, fostering confidence and leadership skills among its students. In a supportive, single-gender setting, young women can focus on their academic, artistic, and athletic development without distraction. Westover welcomes applicants and students who are assigned female at birth and/or identify as girls.
Beautiful Campus:
Nestled in picturesque Middlebury, CT, Westover School's beautiful campus offers a serene and inspiring learning environment. The school's state-of-the-art facilities, historic buildings, and well-maintained grounds provide an ideal setting for students to flourish.
