Academics
Sanford School is divided into three schools by grade:
- Upper School (Grades 9 -12)
- Middle School (Grades 5 - 8)
- Lower School (Junior Kindergarten - Grade 4)
Upper School (Grades 9 - 12)
Sanford's Upper School curriculum is college preparatory, placing emphasis on the liberal arts education. As members of the Upper School family, students become increasingly involved in making decisions related to their education. They are given the opportunity to develop their talents fully. This development occurs in an environment characterized by a sense of self-worth, responsibility, and humor, combined with a sufficient amount of structure. A close relationship between students and faculty fosters a community atmosphere conducive to learning in and out of the classroom.
Middle School (Grades 5 - 8)
The Sanford Middle School provides a comfortable and secure environment for students in grades four through eight. Exposure to diverse course offerings allows each student to discover and develop his or her unique talents. The warm, approachable faculty members believe that education must be enjoyable in order to be successful. They create memorable learning experiences both inside and outside the classroom. Close friendly relationships between teachers and students generate trust and cooperation. Discipline is based on counseled understanding of the rules, rather than on edicts to control behavior.
Lower School (Junior Kindergarten - Grade 4)
Teachers in Sanford's Lower School provide opportunities for children to learn, to explore, to create, and to develop relationships. The small faculty/student ratio affords each child the appropriate measure of challenge and support within a stimulating and nurturing environment. The program is based on a series of thematic units of study. Within this thematic structure, children participate in tangible, interrelated experiences. Through individually tailored programs, students master a hierarchy of basic skills, increase their fund of knowledge, and gain the self confidence necessary for reaching their full potential.