Brave for Others, Brave for Self

The Chapin School is an independent day school established in 1901, educating girls and young women from Kindergarten through Class 12 under one roof and dedicated to the academic and personal growth of its students, preparing them to thrive and lead in a global society.

Lower School (K-3)

Learning together with joy, curiosity and creativity

Middle School (4-7)

Exploring the world, finding their voices, strengthening community

Upper School (8-12)

Empowering young women, creating a better future


Fortiter et Recte, Bravely and Rightly

In the News

A Glimpse Inside Upper School Philosophy

How does anyone know what’s real, what’s true? The three conditions for knowledge, according to philosophers, are justified, true and belief. Whether Chapin students agree is up for debate.

Beyond the Scoreboard

The 2025 fall athletics season marked another incredible showing of determination, grit, heart and talent from our student-athletes. 

A Celebration of Gratitude

The Chapin community came together this week for our beloved Thanksgiving Gathering: A Celebration of Harvest and Gratitude.

Class 10 Chemists

What is the science behind fireworks? How do they appear in different colors? Our Class 10 scholars have the answer — and they can replicate the process themselves.

Beyond Chapin

Chapin By The Numbers

830 Total Students

20% Receive Financial Assistance

85% Faculty Hold Advanced Degrees

6:1 Student-to-Teacher Ratio