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Welcome From Amy Ziebarth, Head of School

I welcome you to Far Brook School, a progressive school where children learn and grow in a joyful and unhurried atmosphere.

I often tell families that what is extraordinary elsewhere is ordinary here at Far Brook. What happens here every day is considered exceptional or out-of-the-ordinary in other schools.  

For instance, “ordinary” at Far Brook might be:

  • Junior High students engaged in a congressional debate simulation in History class, followed by a choir rehearsal and running lines for their class play. Then, after school, they head off on a bus with their sports team for an interscholastic game.

  • Middle School math class meets scavenger hunt meets physical education class. Students solve a division word problem, search for the sign with the correct answer on it, and use the quotient to find how many repetitions of an exercise must be completed before moving on to the next problem.

  • A pile of children’s muddied rain boots after a class in the Wetlands, according to the teacher, signifies “a good day!”

Every day, school is an adventure at Far Brook, which is why we genuinely believe that it is “school as it should be.” This means that we prioritize joy, curiosity, and exploration in our students' learning experiences.

Far Brook’s progressive approach is centered on experience, grounded in nature, focused on social justice, and immersed in the arts. Intelligence and creativity are honored and intrinsically connected with high academic standards. Students acquire problem-solving skills through insightful questioning, experimentation, and hands-on experience. They learn that success is often found through collaboration, honoring differing perspectives and opinions, and risk-taking. We emphasize the importance of leadership, responsibility, and respect for others. These lessons are fundamental to the development of confidence and character as students prepare to contribute to the world beyond their years at Far Brook.

At Far Brook, we believe that childhood happens once. This is our “why” and why we take our jobs so seriously. Far Brook is truly an intentional journey crafted by expert progressive educators. It is developmentally aligned, backed by the psychology and science of human development, child-centered, and, more importantly, filled with love and joy. We strive to create an environment where every child feels seen, valued, and supported in their learning journey.

I invite you to visit our campus and see for yourself a school that prepares students for academic success, builds confidence, opens minds, and encourages their capacity for great joy.

Warmly,

Amy Ziebarth