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Upper Schoolers in science class

Curiosity

The most powerful learning begins not with an answer, but with a truly original question.

Lower School student looks at a globe
Upper Schoolers in science class

Kindness

As the independent school most reflective of New York City, our students learn to engage with empathy, respect and confidence.
 

Lower School student looks at a globe
Upper Schoolers in science class

Excellence

We cultivate intellectual authenticity, empowering students to turn curiosity and capacity into purpose.

Lower School student looks at a globe
Upper Schoolers in science class
LOWER SCHOOL
MIDDLE SCHOOL
UPPER SCHOOL

LOWER SCHOOL

Beginning in your child's first years with us, our Montessori program nurtures self-knowledge, confidence and critical thinking.

MIDDLE SCHOOL

In Middle School, students are encouraged to ask bigger questions and tackle challenges that help them make connections between the classroom and the world around them.

UPPER SCHOOL

In their final years at Calhoun, Upper Schoolers follow a personalized path that nurtures their passions, hones their thinking, and prepares them to take ownership of their learning.

About Upper School

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At A Glance

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Senior internships

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Original Junior Workshop projects

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Sports teams repping Cougar Nation

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Student-teacher ratio

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2,693

Alumni around the US and globe

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Cuisines from around the world served for lunch

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Mammal research projects in 1st grade

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