Mission Statement    

The Pike School seeks to develop within its community a life-long love of learning, respect for others, the joy of physical activity, and a creative spirit.

A Pike education is a journey that prepares students to be independent learners and responsible citizens.

Values

We believe the potential within each of us deserves to be recognized and nurtured.

We believe children develop best when there is an active and willing partnership between school and family.

We believe that adults are important role models, guides, and mentors for children.

We believe the connections among teachers and students are most effective in small group settings.

We believe our curriculum teaches skills and strategies that foster the acquisition of knowledge, critical thinking, and creative problem solving.

We believe that an enriching, challenging, and supportive environment is necessary for personal development.

We believe that by recognizing, respecting, sharing, and appreciating our similarities and differences, we grow and flourish.

Motto

Non sibi solum
(Not for oneself alone)

Vision Statement

The Pike School will be widely recognized as a leader in the education of the whole child.

Pike School will

• provide a supportive environment where the whole child is valued and has opportunities for success and challenge as a scholar, citizen, artist and athlete.

• continually improve a curriculum that focuses on the whole child and imparts the tools needed to succeed in an ever-changing world.

• attract, develop and retain a faculty and staff who are inspired by and committed to The Pike School’s mission and use assessment of student learning to improve instruction.

• embrace and sustain an increasingly diverse community, where diversity in all its forms is cherished and celebrated.

• provide a vibrant, supportive and inclusive environment for all members of the Pike community.

• earn the philanthropic support of all parents, alumni, faculty/administration/staff, past parents, and friends to provide a lasting legacy for generations to come.