Where thinking is critical

We nurture the individual in a culture of collaboration, “teaching to the whole person.” Students share their thinking and support each other through participation in daily classroom meetings and community events. They study core subjects and learn values for life - trust, respect, inclusivity.

Our academic focus abandons rote learning for innovative thinking strategies and creative problem solving. The welcoming culture of Étude fosters discovery of the self, communication skills, and awareness of social responsibilities, within the school environment and more broadly.

Rigorous academic programs are reinforced with learning for life, soft skills to prepare for college and career paths - cooperation, flexibility, open-mindedness. Rigid traditional rules are replaced by a cultural covenant between staff and students that reflects our powerful community values.