Academic Excellence
In Chapin’s rigorous liberal arts curriculum, students are instructed and supported by a dedicated, distinguished faculty. Small class size ensures individual attention in each of the three divisions: Lower School (Kindergarten through Class 3), Middle School (Classes 4 through 7), and Upper School (Classes 8 through 12). Through a well-rounded academic program that encourages original thought and exploration, the school achieves a balance between freedom and structure, independence and support, individualism and cooperation, and innovation and tradition.
Chapin provides a time-tested academic core while expanding its course offerings to fit its students’ needs and interests. This is because Chapin students constantly define new frontiers for themselves. The school now offers 19 Advanced Placement courses to meet students’ high-level achievement in many subjects. Almost all girls take two laboratory science classes. Chinese instruction recently began in the Upper School. Whether it means courses in digital video or instruction in Java programming, Chapin continually satisfies the academic curiosity of its students.
Last updated 10.05.07
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