Academics
Divisions and Courses
Our Academic Approach
Allendale Columbia is a leading independent, diverse school for students 18 months through grade 12.
Here, learning goes far beyond books and tests. We have the freedom to dig deeper, so students can question more, discuss, debate, and question again. As a result, our students develop critical thinking skills and become effective problem solvers.
Our faculty members use their independence and experience to connect knowledge to real-life, so our students can make more sense of the world – and their place in it.
It all adds up to a different school of thought: high expectations and relevant experiences that prepare students to succeed in a globally competitive society.
Here, learning goes far beyond books and tests. We have the freedom to dig deeper, so students can question more, discuss, debate, and question again. As a result, our students develop critical thinking skills and become effective problem solvers.
Our faculty members use their independence and experience to connect knowledge to real-life, so our students can make more sense of the world – and their place in it.
It all adds up to a different school of thought: high expectations and relevant experiences that prepare students to succeed in a globally competitive society.
Our Programs
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Pre-Primary
Our philosophy is to respond to the individual developmental needs of each child based on a healthy blend of these research-based programs. -
Lower School
A place where our students in Kindergarten through Fifth Grade are free to explore, encouraged to take risks, and develop their own voice. -
Middle School
Middle School at Allendale Columbia is a time of growth, transition, and tremendous excitement. -
Upper School
Students experience a variety of teaching styles including seminar-style classrooms, lectures, writing workshops, and collaborative learning.
AC students and families can expect:
- A vibrant curriculum taught by an experienced and dedicated faculty who are excited about teaching and learning
- Small classes where every student participates and receives personal attention from their teachers
- Educational subject matter that builds strong foundational skills in reading, writing, math, and an understanding of global awareness, collaborative problem-solving, and financial literacy
- A safe, positive community with healthy values, where each student learns good citizenship
- Ongoing communication between parents, students, and teachers, including formal parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress
At Allendale Columbia, we prepare students for the world they will inherit. In our trusting and responsive environment, students 18 months through grade 12 grow in confidence and develop scholastic independence.
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