INQUIRY. COMMUNITY. CONNECTION.
At Bancroft, learning doesn’t sit still. From our youngest PreK early learners through our high school seniors, students build confidence through hands-on projects, real-world experiences, and a community that encourages them to try, question, and create. Founded in 1900, Bancroft's expert teachers and connected community means students learn to take risks, collaborate, and grow with purpose—because at Bancroft, learning is continuous discovery.
ONE SCHOOL
LOWER SCHOOL
Grades PreK-Grade 5
At Bancroft School, learning is always in motion. In our Lower School small class sizes builds academic growth. Students are encouraged to be curious, ask big questions, begin to develop critical thinking, and learn to collaborate. At Bancroft, students become passionate explorers learning to engage with the world.
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MIDDLE SCHOOL
Grades 6-8
At Bancroft School, Middle school is a time of incredible growth. Through hands-on individual and collaborative projects, students hone their critical thinking, leadership, and public speaking skills. Here, students can safely explore their independence, respect different perspectives, and build real confidence.
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UPPER SCHOOL
Grades 9-12
In Bancroft's Upper School, learning is driven by student curiosity, confidence, and connection. Students pursue AP level academics, leadership opportunities, athletics, the arts, and independent research through experiences like Science & Engineering Inquiry, award-winning robotics and design, and a nationally recognized speech team.
LEARN MORESIGNATURE PROGRAMS
DESIGN
Beginning in Kindergarten, students practice creative engineering as an introduction to design. Coding is introduced in 1st Grade. This progression reaches its peak in the Upper School STEM & Robotics program. By the time students are designing robots for the national stage and hosting the annual VEX Robotics tournament on campus, they have mastered sophisticated problem-solving skills.
VOICE
Voice at Bancroft starts with our youngest learners. In PreK students are encouraged to ask questions. They step onto a stage for the first time. Someone cheers. What changes through the years is not just confidence. It is the ability to choose words, take a risk, be heard. Here, students do not just find their voice, they learn to wield it with intention.
CURIOSITY
Across campus, you'll find students learning to ask questions, predict outcomes, and learn from mistakes. Natural curiosity is harnessed and refined, culminating in serious independent research by graduation.
TRADITIONS
HOMECOMING AND FALL FESTIVAL
BULLDOG BONDING
MAPLE SYRUP BOIL DAY
NEWS AND EVENTS
Bancroft School Student-Athlete William (Will) Lewis IV ’26 Signs with Regis College to Play NCAA Division III Basketball
Bancroft School Coach Garth Adams Recognized as NEPSAC Class C Boys Basketball Coach of the Year
