The Canterbury Difference

Canterbury prides itself on its rigorous curriculum, a focus on character development and on educating students who have cultural competence. This is the Canterbury difference and it shows up in our graduates who are making a difference in the world. Take a minute to look at our Canterbury snapshot to see where our graduates are going to school and excelling in many different areas.

The Canterbury Episcopal School provides a rigorous education in the humanities, arts and sciences. Classes at Canterbury compel students to explore and examine a recognized body of scholarship that prepares each individual for life as an informed citizen. The Canterbury educational experience is structured to develop mastery of subject matter as well as a life-long love of learning. Underlying this mission is the intention to cultivate both the mind and spirit of each student. Accordingly, The Canterbury Episcopal School experience includes the development of moral fiber and an awareness of values and viewpoints beyond the self.

Canterbury recognizes that one of the goals of education in independent schools is to instill in students a sense of social responsibility, justice and empathy. Canterbury’s Chapel and Advisory system anchors the School’s values of spiritual development, appreciation of diversity, and social responsibility. Students participate daily in chapel or Christian education where an exploration of faith, ethics, and moral issues are presented through in a variety of age appropriate ways. In addition, students participate in advisory activities. Advisory activities include examinations of current affairs and participation in a division-wide service-learning program that offers opportunities for students to both volunteer and reflect. Inside classrooms and out in the community, Canterbury continuously challenges students to think critically about of wide range of contemporary issues.

Canterbury is a school firmly rooted in the Christian tradition and in Anglican faith and practice. As a school we embrace people of all faiths and those who have none. All are welcomed and respected. The diversity of the school is one of its most valuable aspects, as we send our graduates into an ever more diverse and globally connected world. The ability to understand and respect those who differ with us will be a most important asset in the 21st century.