The Webb Schools offer a dynamic, multi-faceted educational experience that fosters intellectual agility, boundless curiosity, strong moral judgment, and creative thinking.
What makes a Webb education?
Single-sex and coeducational classes
With single-sex classes for ninth and tenth graders and coeducational classes for juniors and seniors, Webb gives students the best of both worlds: allowing boys and girls to build their skills in classroom environments optimized for their distinct learning styles, and then bringing them together to support their vital social development.
Student-centered learning
Webb classes put the focus on individual participation, blending traditional lectures with group problem-solving, in-class debates, and round-table discussions that encourage students to apply their knowledge creatively and think on their feet.
Mentoring
At Webb, teachers are part of our students' lives both in and out of the classroom. Most faculty members live on campus, and all act as student advisors and activity supervisors, allowing them to develop strong mentoring relationships with the kids they teach. Our teachers are always there for our students, whether they need homework help, sage advice, or just a companion for lunch.
Interdisciplinary coursework
Our humanities departments have built an innovative interdisciplinary curriculum that combines English, history, and the fine arts. Interrelated coursework and common projects reinforce students' mastery of core concepts and teach them to recognize how the lessons of one discipline can be applied to the challenges of another.
Discovery
Webb gives students countless opportunities to explore and discover, whether it's conducting original scientific research, applying the latest methodologies in design thinking, or using classical literary styles to examine familiar experiences with fresh eyes.
Unbounded thinking
All of our classes challenge students to test their own ideas, shatter their preconceptions, and devise original solutions for complex problems. Our goal is for each student to find his or her own voice -- eloquently expressed, unfettered by assumptions, and informed by sound critical and ethical reasoning.