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Students in our co-educational junior boarding and day school for children in Pre-Kindergarten through ninth grade are valued and celebrated for their unique gifts, diverse learning styles, and innate character.
Founded in 1900, our independent school honors the strengths of our tradition; and, we challenge ourselves and our students to grow without limit from the foundation of our deeply-rooted history.
Our students serve each other and their community, find the courage to be themselves and enjoy the intangible benefits of long-lasting friendship and connection.
Rumsey Hall is for the curious and the bold-the
forward-movers-who seek honesty, kindness, and respect in all they
do. Children in our co-educational junior boarding and day school
for grades Pre-K through 9 are valued and celebrated for their
unique gifts, learning styles, and innate character. Founded in
1900, we honor tradition; subsequently, we challenge ourselves and
our students to grow without limit from the foundation of our
deeply-rooted history. Our students serve each other and their
community, find the courage to be themselves and enjoy the
intangible benefits of long-lasting friendship and connection.
With effort as our main criterion for success, teachers and
leaders see every child as a `whole person`: a mind to fuel with
proven and innovative academic instruction; a body to train with
outdoor recreation and seasoned, competitive athletic program; a
creative spirit to nurture through music, the arts, and innovation
challenges and, a unique personality entitled to feelings, likes
and dislikes who can both understand others and be understood. Our
students-from the wonder-filled "Kindie" exploring Shepaug`s
teeming on-campus riverbed to the "VIIth Former" (9th grader)
confidently addressing the student body on the topic of DEIJ
(Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice)-are given the space to
expand, fail, rebound, and THRIVE. The Rumsey community provides
students with a broad base of support, giving students the
assurance that they need to embrace new challenges. Bolstered by a
dedicated network of teachers and family supporting them, Rumsey
graduates go on to the secondary school realm equipped for success.
From there, they go on to better the world!
Located in Washington Depot, in the Litchfield Hills of
Northwest Connecticut, our vibrant campus bustles with the energy
of 328 students learning and living in 32 gleaming white buildings
on 231 acres along the scenic Bantam River. The artists-within find
a place to beam creativity out in our fine arts and performing arts
centers. Children from all over the globe find a sense of home-of
family-in our nine dormitories. Athletes of all levels discover the
benefits of perseverance and ambition in our seven athletic fields,
two gymnasiums, hockey rink, indoor crew tanks/facility, and three
indoor and three outdoor tennis courts.
We can`t wait to meet you in person on our gem-of-a-campus in
the hills. We`re excited to talk to you further about the many ways
your child can be their best self-moving forward-at Rumsey
Hall!
Rumsey Hall School's tuition is approximately $68,970 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Rumsey Hall School?
The acceptance rate of Rumsey Hall School is 80%, which is higher than the national average of 70%.
What sports does Rumsey Hall School offer?
Rumsey Hall School offers 17 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Climbing, Crew, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Volleyball and Wrestling. Rumsey Hall School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for most sports offered.
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55th Lower Boat Regatta (2019)
Conditions: Annual regatta hosted by Rumsey Hall School, CT for lower crews of mostly NEIRA schools. Beautiful day of racing for ...
