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The Mission of Sanford School

The Mission of Sanford School is to identify and develop the intellectual and creative talents of a diverse group of students. Within a caring and supportive college preparatory environment, students are encouraged and challenged to achieve their finest in academics, athletics, and the arts. Our ultimate goal is to teach students to live humanely within the Sanford community in order to prepare them to meet the demands and responsibilities of the future in the broader world.

Sanford at a Glance

Head of School: Douglas W. MacKelcan, Jr.
Admission: Andrew Walpole
Founded: 1930
Type: Independent, co-ed, college preparatory, day school
Attending College: 100%
Grades: Junior Kindergarten - 12th
Students: 700
Average Class Size: 15
Student: Teacher Ratio 12: 1
Advanced Placement: 16 Advanced Placement courses available
Performing Arts: JK - 12
Studio Arts: K - 12
World Languages: Grades 4 - 12: French, Spanish, Latin (MS Curriculum / US Curriculum)
Athletics: Physical education offered for grade JK through 6. Team sports offered to grade 7 through 12.
Financial Aid: Sanford has a need based financial aid program. Contact Andrew Walpole, Director of Admission and Financial Aid for details.
Extended Day Care: Monday-Friday until 6:00 P.M. for students in JK-Grade 8. Additional day care available on holidays and snowdays.
Campus: Beautiful 100 acre college campus setting. Click here for photos!

The History of Sanford School

Non-Discriminatory Policy

Sanford School seeks and admits students without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, or nationality or ethnic origin.

The School does not discriminate in the administration of its policies and programs.

Accreditations

Governed by a Board of Trustees, Sanford is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. Sanford is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools, the Cum Laude Society, the Secondary School Admissions Test Board, the College Entrance Examination Board, The Educational Records Bureau, the School and Students Service for Financial Aid and the Delaware Association of Independent Schools.