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Your Child's Future Starts Here: St Luke's School Education
St Luke's School has been dedicated to academic excellence and character development since its founding. Our mission centers on nurturing students' intellectual growth while fostering compassion, leadership, and service. With a student-centered approach, we provide personalized learning experiences that challenge and inspire students from diverse backgrounds. Our faculty combines subject-matter expertise with mentorship, ensuring each student receives individualized attention.The school's commitment to innovation is evident in its interdisciplinary curriculum, signature programs like Compass Coaching and Emerging Technologies, and a robust arts and athletics program. We prioritize well-being and community values, creating an environment where students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Accredited by leading educational bodies, our institution prepares graduates for college and life through a holistic educational framework.
Services
Middle School
Upper School
Summer Camps
College Counseling
Arts Programs
Athletics
Admissions
Financial Aid
Transportation
Wellness Services
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized learning with 75% of faculty holding advanced degrees
- Our 5-12 educational model ensures seamless academic progression
- College counseling achieves 100% matriculation to top institutions
- Award-winning arts and athletics programs develop well-rounded students
- Innovative signature programs like Emerging Technologies and Compass Coaching
What people say
Supportive teachers
Strong college prep
Vibrant community
Excellent facilities
Character development
Services
Middle School
Our Middle School program builds confidence and curiosity through a rigorous curriculum emphasizing foundational skills. Students engage in project-based learning, arts exploration, and character development. With small class sizes and dedicated advisors, we create a supportive environment where young adolescents develop academic habits and social-emotional intelligence for future success.
Upper School
The Upper School offers college-preparatory academics with advanced courses and specialized programs. Students participate in interdisciplinary projects, leadership opportunities, and community service. Our faculty mentors guide scholars through personalized learning paths, preparing them for higher education and ethical leadership roles in a global society.
Summer Camps
Summer@SLS provides diverse enrichment programs for ages 4-18, including STEM workshops, sports camps, and arts intensives. Our camps emphasize skill development, creativity, and social growth in a fun, supportive environment. Public programs welcome non-enrolled students while fostering connections with our school community.
College Counseling
Our comprehensive college counseling program begins in grade 9 and continues through graduation. Counselors provide personalized guidance on college selection, application strategy, and financial planning. With 100% college matriculation, we help students gain admission to institutions matching their academic goals and personal aspirations.
Arts Programs
The arts curriculum spans visual arts, music, theater, and digital media. Students access professional facilities including the Seldin Performing Arts Center and MIDI lab. Programs develop technical skills while encouraging self-expression through studio work, performances, and collaborative projects that enrich our campus cultural life.
People
Mary Halpin Carter
Head of School
Dr. Carter leads with 25+ years of independent school experience, including prior roles at Derryfield School and Harvard-Radcliffe Fund. She holds a Ph.D. in Education from University of New Hampshire and champions an educational philosophy combining academic rigor with character development.
Questions
What grades does St. Luke's School serve?
We serve students in grades 5 through 12 at our New Canaan, Connecticut campus.
Is St. Luke's School religiously affiliated?
No, we are a secular, non-denominational independent school welcoming all faiths.
What transportation options are available?
We offer bus services from multiple Connecticut and New York locations with designated stops.
What are the student-to-teacher ratios?
Our average class size is 16 students with a 7:1 student-faculty ratio ensuring personalized attention.
Does the school offer financial aid?
Yes, we provide need-based financial aid and merit scholarships to qualified applicants.
What extracurricular opportunities exist?
We offer 40+ clubs, 25+ sports teams, and extensive arts programs for student engagement.
Reviews (3)
Frank Page
Feb 27, 2017
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Great atmosphere and a packed Cary Gymnasium as both the Girls and Boys teams won repeat Fairchester Athletic Association (FAA) Championships.
Judy Bensimon
Oct 29, 2015
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My grandchildren are getting a topnotch education in a nurturing atmosphere that inspires creativity and independent thinking. Judith Bensimon
Nancy Troeger
Jun 09, 2015
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I work here and have 2 children who attend. The school's mission is to instill a deep love of learning and those words have come true. My kids love to come to school . They still love vacation but will actually ask "when do we go back to school?" (!) They don't just miss their friends...they miss their teachers, they miss the learning. I feel grateful to part of this wonderful school.
