About Us
For over 125 years, Calvert School has inspired children to lead lives of purpose through a strong foundation in academics and character development. Our coeducational K–8 community pairs cherished traditions with research-informed teaching, nurturing confident, curious learners in a joyful environment where every child is known and supported. Through meaningful opportunities to explore, collaborate, serve, and lead, students develop the skills, compassion, and integrity to thrive in school and throughout life.
Calvert pairs a strong foundation in reading, writing, and mathematics with explicit instruction in habits for lifelong success, including self-advocacy, collaboration, and the ability to manage time, materials, and responsibilities.
More than anything else, the Calvert legacy is one of academic excellence, confidence, and a deep appreciation of learning.
Virgil M. Hillyer, First Head Master of Calvert School (1899-1931)
Learning comes into the room when the child senses the beauty and usefulness of the skill being taught.
Our Mission
Calvert School inspires each child to lead a life of purpose by providing a strong foundation in academic skills and character development. Students learn and grow in a joyful and nurturing community that cultivates intellectual curiosity, confidence, and a deep appreciation for learning.
Our Philosophy
The Calvert education begins with a solid grounding in reading, writing, and arithmetic. The reading program uses materials of superior literary quality and stresses comprehension and analysis. Students learn to write with style and discipline under close supervision. The principles of English grammar reinforce proper written and oral expression. Basic mathematical skills are mastered so they become useful tools in solving quantitative problems.
Science, geography, and history add significant content to the Calvert curriculum, engaging our students in world communities and diverse cultures. Our teaching of history and geography give children a sense of their place in time and space.
Music, French, Latin, Spanish, Art, Art History, and Drama broaden the artistic and cultural horizons of our students, encouraging creativity and self-expression. Our strong, varied physical education and athletic program provides for physical development and fosters good sportsmanship.
At Calvert, an emphasis is placed on creative thinking and problem-solving. Integral to the Calvert program is instruction in methods of organizing work, studying for tests, and preparing and presenting research papers. Teachers help children understand and learn from their mistakes. By requiring students to correct their work, teachers encourage accountability, pride in work, and a sense of accomplishment. The tasks that each Calvert student accomplishes engender a greater sense of self-confidence and poise.
Character development and principles of good citizenship are stressed at all ages. Children are encouraged to learn to respect others and are helped to understand how their behavior affects others.
These fundamentals have guided generations of Calvert students and helped them to flourish in secondary school and beyond.
Diversity at Calvert
Calvert is a diverse and inclusive environment that advances our students' social, ethical, and academic development and prepares them to collaborate successfully with people of all backgrounds and beliefs. We promote the examination and appreciation of our uniqueness as sources of strength and means of growth.
Calvert School is a coed independent lower and middle school.
