Canterbury School

Welcome
Our Mission
The mission of Canterbury School is to maximize the potential of young people by providing a challenging, enriching, and supportive learning environment in which students build the foundation for a life of purpose, passion, and meaning.

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Admissions
We're excited to meet you!
We're excited to meet you and introduce you to the vibrant community of students, expert faculty, and opportunities found at Canterbury School! Canterbury is built on strong connections, personalized learning, and a commitment to each student's growth. Whether you're just beginning to explore Canterbury or already considering becoming part of the community, we’re here to help you every step of the way. Welcome!

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Academics
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Canterbury School strives to provide a college preparatory curriculum that balances a challenging academic program with opportunities for creativity, curiosity and critical thinking to flourish.

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Arts
All Inclusive Arts
From age 2 through Grade 12, Canterbury students have every opportunity to experience the arts in a variety of ways. From vocal and instrumental music to drama and dance to visual art and photography, fine arts courses are an important part of the school curriculum.

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Athletics
Every Student Makes the Team
At Canterbury, every student makes the team. The interscholastic sports program encourages individual participation and achievement by giving every student an opportunity to learn and play sports competitively. This policy of inclusion is at the core of Canterbury athletics.

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Support
A Community of Philanthropy
As an independent school, we design our own programs and curriculum and operate without reliance on local, state or federal taxes. Canterbury School relies on tuition income, Canterbury Fund contributions, endowment income and other fundraising activities to support our thriving college preparatory environment.
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Facts at a Glance

Canterbury School opened in 1977 as a nondenominational, self-supported school with 89 students in Kindergarten through Grade 6.

Early Childhood (ages 2 - PreK)
Lower School (Grades K-4)
Middle School (Grades 5-8)
High School (Grades 9-12)

There are 665 K-12 students enrolled for the 2023-24 academic year and 161 in Early Childhood.

Our 9:1 student-faculty ratio means small class sizes and personalized instruction, meaningful connections, and endless support.

Canterbury is accredited by the Independent Schools Association of the Central States. We are a member of the Malone School Online Network and the National Association of Independent Schools.

Canterbury offers 17 ISHAA sports, has earned 17 state championships, has made 42 semi-state and state appearances, and is a member of the Positive Coaching Alliance.

The arts are essential elements of the curriculum from Early Childhood through High School. Students develop a lifelong appreciation of the arts in music, dance, theatre, and visual arts courses.

Canterbury is a member of the Association of College Counselors in Independent Schools and the National Association of College Admissions Counseling.

Canterbury's faculty provide a challenging, enriching, and supportive learning environment. 55% of Canterbury faculty hold advanced degrees and many have their PhDs.

Canterbury offers a wide variety of bus routes to help our families with transportation to and from school for students in Kindergarten through Grade 12.

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