Heather Hutton

Allendale Columbia School

Now well into its second century, Allendale Columbia is a leading independent co-ed college prep school for students in nursery through grade 12. Here, learning goes far beyond books and tests. Allendale Columbia has the freedom to dig deeper so students can question more, discuss, debate, and question again. As a result, students develop critical thinking skills and become effective problem solvers. Allendale Columbia faculty members use their independence and experience to connect knowledge to real life so students can make more sense of the world—and their place in it. It all adds up to a different school of thought: high expectations, relevant experiences, and a global community. General Information: At Allendale Columbia School, you can expect teachers who know and challenge each student individually; experiential, student-centered learning from preschool to grade 12; a variety of learning opportunities in STEM and innovation, entrepreneurship and creativity, global engagement, and humanities and social justice; family-style lunch that students rave about; no-cut policies for performing arts and athletics; a talented full-time college advisor, and much more.