Bancroft School

Bancroft School is a PreK-12 independent day school founded in 1900, known for its active, inquiry-based learning approach that empowers students to make a difference in their community and the world. The school is divided into three main programs: Lower School (Grades PreK-5), Middle School (Grades 6-8), and Upper School (Grades 9-12), with an average class size of 12 students, allowing for personalized learning and one-on-one guidance. Bancroft School's educational approach focuses on hands-on learning, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, with a range of programs and features that cater to diverse needs, including arts programs, academics, athletics, and extracurricular activities. The school's unique characteristics include small class sizes, interdivisional exchange, family involvement, and a commitment to providing a well-rounded education that goes beyond academics, with a focus on character development, community building, and social-emotional learning. The school also offers a range of educational programs, including STEM and robotics, athletics, and speech team, with a strong emphasis on collaboration, cooperation, and sportsmanship, and a no-cut policy for team sports to encourage participation.