The Middle School

The growth and development process that starts in the Lower School continues as students enter Barrie’s Middle School, which offers a stimulating and rigorous curriculum with unique learning opportunities beyond the classroom. Expectations for Barrie Middle School students are high, but careful attention is given to the specific needs of developing 11-14 year old students, allowing for the significant intellectual, social, and emotional changes that occur at this age. The academic program nurtures students to become independent thinkers, resourceful problem-solvers, and lifelong learners.

Barrie emphasizes the humanities in its curriculum, a combined study of literature, history, social science, and the arts. Required courses include: humanities, math, science, foreign language, art, and physical education.

The Middle School’s co-curricular activities include Extension Days, Community Service, Extended Study Week, and Athletics. These activities complement our core curriculum and broaden students’ educational experiences. Our Advisory Program ensures that each student has an adult advocate who takes a special interest in all aspects of student life at Barrie. Advisory groups meet weekly to discuss topics of particular importance to young adolescents, and advisors also meet with parents to discuss academic and social progress throughout the year.

Class discussions, laboratory experiments, interdisciplinary research and experiential opportunities form the basis for learning in the Middle School.


Also see:
Middle School Admissions
Middle School Faculty & Staff
Middle School Course Description