Groton School

Groton is a very traditional and typical New England boarding high school. Its campus is small and close-knit, emphasizing holistic development and a spirit of "service and leadership." It boasts a low student-to-faculty ratio and strong curriculum depth. Tradition coexists with modernity, and the academic atmosphere is strong. A high proportion of graduates go on to prestigious universities such as Harvard, Yale, and Stanford. The school values inclusivity and financial aid, with approximately 44% of students receiving scholarships. Of course, alumni and current families are also welcome to contribute to the school, and legacy families are highly valued. Geographically located in a tranquil small town, it is suitable for families who prioritize academics and a sense of community belonging. Most current students report rigorous academics, strong mutual support within the culture, and a powerful alumni network.

Groton is a prestigious boutique boarding school that emphasizes both spiritual growth and academic excellence. It is renowned for its educational philosophy of "service and leadership" and its strict yet warm community culture.
School Highlights:
Elite Scale, Personalized Guidance: With only just over 380 students in the entire school and a student-teacher ratio of approximately 4:1, all teachers reside on campus, fostering a highly close-knit learning and living community.
Rigorous and Humanistic Curriculum: The curriculum emphasizes classical literature, philosophy, history, and Latin, while also offering over 20 AP and advanced academic elective courses.
"Spirit of Service" Permeates Campus Culture: Groton's motto "To Serve is to Reign (Cui Servire Est Regnare)" is reflected in the daily actions of every student. The school emphasizes social responsibility and participation in public affairs.
Outstanding College Admissions Performance: Students are consistently admitted to Ivy League schools, MIT, the University of Chicago, and others. Throughout the college application process, counselors provide students with one-on-one in-depth planning.
Recommended For:
Ideal for students with a strong academic foundation, a propensity for deep thinking, and who value community spirit and personal growth, especially applicants who wish to establish a strong foundation in humanities and leadership qualities during their secondary education.

Headmaster Zhan's Review: Groton is a relatively traditional top-tier high school with a very high admission threshold, enrolling students who are outstanding in all aspects. The school provides students with significant academic support, but since admitted students already possess strong self-management and self-planning abilities, the school, like a university, grants students a great deal of autonomy.
Groton's admission rate is extremely low; merely being academically excellent makes it difficult to get admitted. The school is more interested in student-athletes with outstanding achievements in sports such as ice hockey, tennis, and swimming.
In terms of cultural heritage, the school has a prefect system for 12th graders, where every 12th-grade student helps dormitory supervisors manage younger students, serving as role models for their juniors.
Regarding academic development, Groton's curriculum is very engaging and emphasizes the importance of critical thinking and problem-solving. The school is gradually phasing out AP courses and offers a wide array of electives and special topic courses for 12th graders, allowing students to choose based on their interests and circumstances.
In terms of community building, you can get to know everyone at school, and everyone will know you. The school provides many opportunities for children to get to know each other thoroughly, allowing them to study and live together, forming strong friendships.
For emotional support, the school arranges four morning chapel services each week to start the children's day. This is a comfortable, challenging, and peaceful period that brings spiritual relaxation to students.

Groton School
places a strong emphasis on leadership, cooperation, and mutual assistance. Due to the Headmaster's life experiences, over the past decade, the school has been very keen on advocating for equality, inclusion, and anti-discrimination. Inclusion is a very important principle for the school. Additionally, the school is very concerned with sustainable development, and many of its facilities and buildings feature corresponding eco-friendly designs.
After 9th grade, students can join the GRACE Summer Program, an academic enrichment summer school specifically provided for Groton students.
Academically, the humanities are very strong, and the school has its own electronic publication, "Zebra Tales" https://www.groton.org/zebra-tales/2023-24/allen-24