Who We Are

The Cambridge School of Weston is a progressive, coeducational, day and boarding school for grades 9 through 12, and post graduate. Established in 1886, we are dedicated to fostering individual strengths and multiple intelligences through a wide range of challenging courses and a variety of teaching styles.

 

Our unique Module System fosters deep learning and innovative teaching in all disciplines. Classes are an hour-and-a-half long, and students concentrate intensely on three subjects at a time. Our curriculum is diverse and interdisciplinary, combining demanding academics with extensive offerings in the visual and performing arts.

 

Students are encouraged to explore new educational experiences and areas of study, and to be proactive in planning their academic schedules. We offer more than 300 courses. No two student schedules are alike. Each student works with an advisor and the Academic Office to create a unique academic schedule that balances personal interests with college expectations and the school's requirements for graduation. Ultimately, each student schedule aims to provide balance, rigor, and stimulation throughout the year.

332 students in grades 9-12 and PG, with approximately 239 day students and 93 boarding students.
 

Students come from 20 Massachusetts communities, from 10 states, and 14 countries outside of the United States.
 

Average class size is 12 to 14.
 

Student to Teacher ratio is 6 to 1.

37% of our faculty and 31% of our students are people of color. Faculty of color teach across disciplines from English to History, from Math and Science to Dance and performing arts. Our staff of color hold senior leadership positions as deans, directors of departments and senior administrators.
 

More than 300 courses offered through our innovative Module System.
 

80 percent of our faculty hold advanced degrees. They are published authors, accomplished artists and musicians, and respected scholars in their field of study.
 

CSW is located on 65 acres of wooded campus, about 12 miles outside of Boston.