Overview

Ross School is a co-educational boarding (grades 7-12, PG) and day school (PN-Grade 12, PG) located on two beautiful campuses in East Hampton and Bridgehampton, about 2 hours east of New York City. Its close proximity to New York City and John F. Kennedy Airport makes Ross an easy destination for international students. The School offers a global, integrated curriculum with engaging courses in science, arts, humanities and wellness, while offering opportunities for independent study, competitive athletics, extracurricular activities and travel. Ross School serves over 500 students and attracts a world-class faculty.

Academic Programs

The Ross educational experience aims to impart to young people a 21st century skill set and the inspiration that will motivate them to keep their minds actively engaged in learning. Ross School offers a dynamic environment where students take an active role in their learning. In addition to core curricular classes, which include English, cultural history, mathematics, science, technology, arts and languages, students are encouraged to take more responsibility for their own learning by exploring their interests and passions through elective courses, an independent study and Winter Intersession. A Senior Project of the student’s design represents the culmination of this personal exploration. Electives vary each term and range from African Drumming to World Religions to Neuroscience, with year-long and single-term options. Students in good standing whose interests are not found in the offered electives, or who wish to pursue more in-depth studies in a particular area, may propose an independent study under the tutelage of a faculty mentor. Winter Intersession is an opportunity for High School students and teachers to work intensively on group and individual projects during the three weeks between Winter and Spring Terms. Classes and programs in a wide variety of subjects are offered to expose students to in-depth study, new interests, possible college/career paths, volunteer opportunities and recreational pursuits. Many of these occur in conjunction with travel, both abroad and within the U.S. Independent study projects may also be proposed for Winter Intersession.
 
 

English Language Learners

Students who are learning English as their second language are integrated into Ross School’s unique Spiral Curriculum while improving their English proficiency through placement in skills-appropriate ELL classes. The three levels in the ELL program—Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced—are designed to meet the needs of a variety of students and allow greater flexibility in the program. The goal of the ELL program is to move students to English fluency as quickly as possible so that they can be successful in the mainstream, college preparatory program at Ross School.

University and Career Counseling

The opportunities for students at Ross to stand out in the university admissions process are many. Historically, our graduates have received merit scholarships due to the passions and experiences they have had in the Ross School. The last three graduating classes have had over 500 acceptances to 243 different colleges and universities both in the US and internationally with over $5,000,000 in scholarships and financial awards.

Facilities

The Upper School campus serves students in grades 6-12 and post graduates in a beautiful woodland setting in East Hampton where we have several state-of-the-art academic buildings, the Center for Well-Being, the Fieldhouse, tennis courts and playing fields. Everything in the environment invites engagement, examination and exploration. Artifacts and museum reproductions are used throughout these spaces in support of the curriculum.

Athletics

Baseball (Boys), Basketball (Boys and Girls), Cheerleading (Co-ed), Soccer (Boys and Girls), Tennis (Boys and Girls), Volleyball (Boys and Girls), Golf (Co-ed), Track and Field (Co-ed), Lacrosse (Boys and Girls).

Wellness Electives, Kayaking, Rowing, Fitness, Jazz and Ballet, Martial Arts, Modern Dance, Mountain Biking, Pilates, Sailing, Sports Conditioning, Surfing, Tai Chi, Weight Training, World Dance, Yoga and Meditation.

Ross School offers a Tennis Academy which combines academics and high-level tennis training. www.ross.org/tennisacademy

Summer Programs

English as a Second Language Summer Program

Immerse yourself in the English language in one of the world’s most beautiful environments. Ross School offers summer courses in English as a Second Language for all learning levels. Under the guidance of faculty and trained specialists, students, ages 12 to 18, receive 3 hours of ESL instruction a day for a total of 75 hours over five weeks. In the afternoon, students have the opportunity to hone skills they learned in the classroom through activities, enrichment classes and sports with American students. Small, interactive classes and experienced, native-speaking teachers help ensure the success of each student. Advanced students have the opportunity to focus on SAT test prep and college application essay writing. www.ross.org/summerterm

University Test and Application Prep Summer Program

This five-week course, combining SAT and ACT prep with university admissions prep is the ultimate preparation for students applying to US colleges and universities. Each student receives 60 hours of test preparation and is administered four diagnostic SATs or ACTs. Students complete the common application with essays, are given a career and personality assessment and develop a working list of potential universities appropriate to their strengths and assets. www.ross.org/summerterm