Meet Mark Anderson, Head of Sanford School in Hockessin, DE

WHAT WILL YOU FIND AT SANFORD?

Yourself. That’s what makes Sanford so special—and what makes me so proud to be part of this creative, inclusive community.

Here at Sanford, we value each student for who you are, what you love, and what you want to achieve. It’s this individual acceptance and support that make our school family diverse in its talents and exceptional in its achievements.

Beyond our 100% college acceptance rate, our 8:1 student-to-teacher ratio, and our demanding yet innovative academics, Sanford is truly a place to be yourself, express yourself, and challenge yourself.

Our safe community is made up of happy, healthy achievers who live by our Honor Code and champion each other’s successes.
Our outstanding college-preparatory curriculum and stellar faculty challenge students to broaden their ambitions, take risks, set higher standards, and develop lifelong habits for achievement.
Our award-winning arts and strong athletics programs empower students to tap into their talents and boldly pursue their own excellence with no fear of judgment.
Our stunning, college-like campus offers the ultimate physical space for learning, both in and out of the classroom, while fostering self-reliance and independence.

WHEN WE SAY “NO TALENT LIES LATENT” AT SANFORD, WE MEAN IT.

That’s why our students and alums achieve amazing things, like:
Trailblazing meaningful community service endeavors
Earning prestigious awards in leadership
Competing on elite national athletic teams
Excelling in nationwide competitions.

It’s why our families consistently report that their children are thriving, responding to challenges to do their best, and achieving success.

It’s why our graduates return to us year after year with tales about how they taught their dorm floor how to write a term paper or how a professor displayed their work as examples. Or even, decades later, telling us that “even after graduate school, it’s been my opinion that the most education I’ve received in life came from my time at Sanford.”

It’s why, once you’re a Sanford student, you’re always a Sanford student. And it’s why I hope that soon you, too, find yourself at Sanford.

Best,
Mark J. Anderson

Leadership Team

Abbi Smith, Head of Upper School
Becky McCudden, Director of Business
Cheveé Taylor, Head of Lower School
Emily Amendum, Head of Middle School
Jaime Morgan '02, Associate Head of School for Advancement
Jamy Haughey, Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Kevin McDermott '07, Director of Technology
Loren Yates, Administrative Assistant to the Head of School
Lucy Benson '13, Director of Marketing and Communications
Mark Anderson, Head of School
Patrick Jones, Athletic Director

Mark Speaks to Sanford Families

List of 3 news stories.

Talents February 2025
2/28/2025

Dear Sanford Community,

There’s a familiar joke among independent school leaders that, despite its 28 days, February often feels like the longest month of the school year. The combination of winter weather, dark mornings and evenings, and spending too much time indoors can leave students—and adults—a little restless.

Read More

A Message from Mark Anderson & Jaime Morgan

1/28/2025

Tuesday, January 28, 2025

Dear Sanford Community,

As you know, the 2024-25 school year marks the conclusion of my 14 years as Head of School at Sanford. With this month’s announcement of my successor, Jaime L. Morgan ’02, a trusted colleague and close collaborator, I find myself reflecting deeply on all we have accomplished together since 2011.

Head of School Announcement
1/17/2025
A Message from R. Jason Russell, on behalf of the Trustees of Sanford School and Head of School Committee
Read More