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Two students face each other while sitting cross-legged on the carpet in their classroom.

Explore Chadwick’s Village School

How do you make learning joyful? That’s not a rhetorical question — we actually know the answer! It’s achieved through a careful balance of passionate, experienced educators, a welcoming, connected community that teaches social and emotional skills, and an integrated, hands-on curriculum that weaves together academics, arts, STEM, physical education and more. All of these elements come together in Chadwick’s Village School to develop and grow the whole child.
 

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A village student reads a book that sits in her lap.

Academics/
Curriculum
Village students holds a paint brush while working on an art project in the Lower Village.

Art and Music
Village students runs during a race on Commander Field.

Physical Education
Two students playing a game in Spanish class.

Spanish
Village student works on constructing a tall balanced structure outdoors.

STEM
First-graders take a nature hike together in the Chadwick Canyon.

Outdoor Education
Chadwick student celebrates with their hands in the air.

Character
Village teacher assists a student at the Book Fair.

Faculty
Students work together during a math lesson in class.

Village School Academics /
Curriculum

Leaving on a hike or road trip without a map is probably not a good idea — you can get lost pretty easily. That’s why we’ve put so much effort into planning our Village School academics. Every single subject, lesson and activity is part of a cohesive, researched plan that’s been intentionally designed to help students learn, grow and head in the right direction.
 

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Student stands in front of a framed picture that says “read.”

Village student stands with their mouth open, amazed at their screen-printing art piece.

Village School Art and Music

Every student has a unique voice that’s all their own. We help them find it. Students in kindergarten all the way through fifth grade get a broad, beneficial introduction to different kinds of visual arts and music. We see this as an essential part of a young child’s education. It shows them how to communicate and interact with the world around them. It also inspires curiosity, creativity and teaches them valuable technical skills they can use moving forward.
 

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Village student plays the piano during music class.

Village students stands with a hockey stick ready to defend a shot by their opponent.

Village School Physical Education

Healthy habits — it’s never too early to start building them. Physical education plays a large role in our Village School experience because it teaches students the importance of physical well-being, mobility, resilience and teamwork. These are all skills that will serve them well throughout their education and into life. 
 

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Village student runs under the rainbow parachute during Village Field Day.

Kindergartners dance to a Spanish song during Spanish class.

Village School Spanish

The world is a remarkably big place, but at the same time, it’s also wonderfully small. Right from the start, we show students the importance of different cultures, backgrounds and customs. This exposure helps them to become empathetic, caring global citizens. Our Village School Spanish is a perfect example of this mission at work.
 

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Village students practice speaking in Spanish class.

Village student-scientist uses a magnifying glass to observe toy bugs.

Village School STEM

“Why?” It’s a question that children love to ask, and it’s a question we love to hear in our Village School STEM program. Twice a week, students are given time to wonder, discover and create through hands-on class and lab work. They study ideas and concepts that bring together different elements of Earth, space, life and physical sciences as well as technology, robotics, coding and more.
 

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Village students holds up and reads their workbook titled, “My Engineering Book.”

Fifth-graders hike during their Outdoor Education trip to Pali Mountain.

Village School Outdoor Education

A classroom doesn’t have to be a room at all — it can be any place where curious minds and passionate teachers come together to learn and grow. Outdoor Education, a cornerstone of the Chadwick experience, exists for this very reason.
 

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Students walk on rocks at the beach during low tide.

Student smiles at themself while looking in a mirror.

Village School Character

The values each of us holds define who we are as people. But where did they come from? Where did we first learn them? How are they somehow so engrained in us?
 

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Three Village students smile and pose for a photo, arm in arm.

Village art teachers talks about ceramic with students as they sit in a circle.

Village School Faculty

Our Village teachers create a welcoming, safe and supportive learning environment. Classes are small in size and feature multiple teachers as well as specific reading and math specialists. Students get plenty of individual attention and one-on-one guidance.
 

Meet Our Teachers

First-grade teachers points out something to student on hike in the Chadwick Canyon.

Village School students playing on swings and laughing.

“Chadwick’s co-curricular programs have added a richness to Jonny’s day and help him build skills and resilience”

Chadwick Parent