Why Canterbury
Choosing the right school is about more than academics. It’s about finding a place where your child will be known, challenged, and inspired to grow into the person they are meant to become.
At Canterbury, students build strong intellectual foundations while developing confidence, character, and a sense of responsibility to others. Our preschool–8th grade structure allows students to grow in a community where leadership is practiced daily, relationships are meaningful, and learning is both purposeful and engaging.
Here, students are not only prepared for what comes next—they discover how they can contribute to the world around them.
An experience designed for growth.
Canterbury provides a thoughtfully sequenced educational journey from preschool through 8th grade, allowing students to build skills and confidence over time. Each stage prepares students for the next, helping them grow academically, socially, and personally in ways that are developmentally appropriate and deeply supportive.
As an independent school, Canterbury empowers faculty to develop lessons and learning experiences tailored to the students in their class.” *we’re open to suggestions here — we’re trying to incorporate some language about the benefits of an independent school without being in-your-face about it
Without a high school on campus, our middle school students step into meaningful leadership roles. They mentor younger students, serve as role models, and learn what it means to contribute to a community.
Students graduate not only well prepared for high school, but confident in their ability to think independently, communicate clearly, and lead with integrity.
By the Numbers
Student / Teacher Ratio
7:1
YEARS SERVING FAMILIES SINCE OUR FOUNDING
34
Valedictorians / Salutatorians in the past 23 years
25
students who receive Indexed Tuition
28%
Acres on the Canterbury campus
37
Middle School Servant Leadership Hours
40
students participating in athletics
81%
Specialty classes per week
8
average students in a class
17
MISSION AND VALUES
Guided by purpose and principle.
Canterbury’s mission is to develop the whole child by challenging the mind and nourishing the spirit in a diverse community guided by Judeo-Christian values.
Canterbury’s Episcopal foundation shapes a community grounded in kindness and inclusiveness. Students are encouraged to ask questions, explore ideas, and develop a strong sense of self while learning the importance of empathy, responsibility, and service to others.
We believe education should challenge students intellectually while helping them grow into thoughtful, principled individuals prepared to contribute meaningfully to their communities.
Prepared for what comes next.
Canterbury graduates continue their education at many of the region’s most respected independent, public, and specialized high schools. Our program equips students with the academic skills, confidence, and independence needed to thrive in a wide range of environments.
Students leave Canterbury prepared to succeed in rigorous academic settings, advocate for themselves, and engage thoughtfully with new opportunities and challenges.
Our faculty works closely with families throughout the transition process, providing guidance and support as students take this important next step
A foundation that lasts.
The Canterbury experience is shaped by strong relationships, thoughtful teaching, and a shared commitment to helping students grow with confidence and purpose.
Families choose Canterbury because it offers more than preparation for the next grade—it provides a foundation for lifelong learning, leadership, and personal growth.
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