Ross School
Ross School's guiding principle is to educate the whole child for the whole world. Ross offers a rigorous academic program with opportunities for individual pursuits, empowering every student to reach their full potential academically, socially, and emotionally. With a diverse population made up of students from 21 different countries, the Ross community represents many different learning styles, cultures, and backgrounds.
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Ross School's mission is to change the way education meets the future; to foster interdisciplinary, integrated thinking and innovative leadership; to engage fully in the global community; and to facilitate lifelong learning.
Ross School is a co-educational boarding (Grades 7–12) and day school (N–Grade 12) located on two beautiful campuses in East Hampton and Bridgehampton, NY, about two hours east of New York City. Serving approximately 320 students and attracting a world-class faculty, the School offers a global, integrated curriculum with engaging courses in science, math, arts, humanities, and wellness, with opportunities for independent study, competitive athletics, extracurricular activities, and travel.
The Ross educational experience aims to impart to young people a 21st-century skill set and the inspiration that will motivate them to keep their minds actively engaged in learning. The School stresses direct personal experiences, inquiry through primary sources, and hands-on interpretation and analysis of information.
Ross School has a successful college placement program, with 100% of applicants receiving acceptances at competitive colleges and universities.
Boarding
Ross School offers full-time or five-day boarding options for students in Grades 7–12. Boarding students enjoy a “home away from home,” living in luxurious single-family houses situated within walking distance of one another. Students live under the care of house parents in a warm, family-like atmosphere.
Field Academy
Field Academy is a two-week mini-term for students in Grades 7–12 with a wide variety of subjects that expose students to in-depth study, new interests, possible college/career paths, and volunteer opportunities. Many courses feature travel both abroad and within the United States, and often form the basis for continued study, or provide an impetus for service efforts.
Senior Projects
The Senior Project is the culmination of a student’s learning experiences. Students embody their passions through a process and product that integrates multiple intelligences, cultural and historical context, personal reflection, and technology application. Each Senior Project, overseen by a faculty mentor, comprises a Process Folio, Final Product, and Presentation.
STEAM Innovation Certificate
The Ross STEAM Innovation Certificate is awarded to students who fulfill a rigorous program of coursework in science, math, technology, engineering, and art and design. Students engage in project-based learning that requires problem-solving and design thinking. Research opportunities to enhance readiness for college and careers in STEAM fields are available.
Ross School Tennis Center
Ross School Tennis Center (RSTC) offers elite competitive tennis training alongside Ross School's unique academic curriculum. Players at all levels can take advantage of enhanced training with after-school and summer programs, including pre- and post-season tennis camps.
Ross School Art Academy
At RSAA, students develop their artistic portfolios in an active community of peers as they learn and develop their individual "artistic voices" in a broad range of media. RSAA students usually complete one or more College Board Advanced Placement (AP) Studio Art Exams, and have the opportunity to work with local artists, galleries, and the community.
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Let’s grow!
Ross School provides a holistic education that combines a rigorous academic program with opportunities to engage individual interests and encourages critical thinking, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning.