Rigor. We believe children thrive when challenged to reach their full potential. At Croft, rigor means more than academic difficulty; it means pushing students to think deeply, solve complex problems, and persevere with confidence. Our teachers set high expectations and provide the guidance and support to help every child rise to them.

Spark. Curiosity is at the center of every Croft classroom. We ignite sparks of wonder through engaging projects, inspiring questions, and hands-on experiences. When students are excited to learn, they discover passions that carry them far beyond our walls. We hope that boredom is the antithesis of the Croft student experience. Our goal at Croft is not simply to sustain the curiosity that many young children naturally possess when entering school. It is to brighten each child’s spark even further and enhance a child’s love for learning more and more as they grow older. To do so, we utilize teaching strategies that ensure that each child’s academic work is on the edge of their knowledge and skill level, we over-invest in connecting lessons and projects to the interests of our students, and we hire teachers who bring a natural and contagious zeal to a profession they love. We never shy away from challenging our students, helping them strengthen their core skills while also broadening and deepening their knowledge. In doing so, we are creating pathways for our children to soar academically, both within and beyond The Croft School’s classrooms.

Heart. We lead with compassion, kindness, and care. Heart shows up in the way our teachers invest in each child, the way our students support one another, and the way our families partner with us. It reminds us that learning is most powerful when it is rooted in love and empathy.

Joy. School should be a place where children can’t wait to return each day. At Croft, laughter fills our classrooms, playgrounds, and hallways. From creative lessons to traditions and celebrations, we cultivate joy because it strengthens learning, builds resilience, and makes every day meaningful.

Belonging. Every child, every family, and every staff member is valued at Croft. We are intentional about building a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming community where differences are celebrated. Belonging ensures that each person feels seen, heard, and connected—a foundation for both learning and life.

Our Mission

The Croft School exists to engage our students and their families in a unique and exceptional schooling experience by treating each moment as an opportunity to teach, support, and inspire. We are a tight-knit, diverse community committed to tackling challenges inside the classroom and throughout our city. Our teachers, the pillars of our students’ daily experiences, provide a balanced, rigorous, student-centered education that prepares children to excel in and productively contribute to a rapidly-changing world. Our graduates emerge from Croft as problem solvers who possess exceptional academic skills, a strong sense of self and purpose, and a passion for lifelong learning.