As a school in the progressive tradition:

• We believe that children are natural learners who thrive best in an atmosphere attuned to their individual interests, strengths, and needs.
• We seek and welcome ethnic, racial, economic, and religious diversity.
• We believe that personal qualities such as honesty, curiosity, independent thinking, and respect are as important as academic achievement.
• We celebrate nature and promote environmental responsibility.
• We believe that healthy physical activity and a meaningful experience of the arts are essential to personal growth.