Welcome from the
Head of School

Welcome to the WES web site, your access point to information on everything encompassed in The WES Way. Here you can learn about our philosophy and spirit and explore features of WES from our wide-ranging facilities to our unique study trip program. For parents and students, the site provides a wealth of information on events, school news and policies.

Though still a modern young school, WES embodies traditional principles of a true liberal arts education that stretch back centuries.  Our multi-dimensional curriculum strategically prepares students to be standouts without burning out.  Studio and performing arts, hands-on learning and domestic and international travel experiences are integrated into a program designed to ready students for any high school they may choose. 

At WES you will find challenging academics in small classes and the tailored teaching of an exceptional faculty.  You will find Episcopal values of understanding, tolerance and respect for others and a clear moral compass - a compass all graduates take with them as they negotiate the world and their lives.

Our three divisions - Early Childhood (Nursery (age 3), Transition, Kindergarten), Elementary (Primary, Grades 1-3, Elementary, Grades 4-6), and Middle School (Grades 7 and 8) - concentrate exclusively on the age group they serve but share a common mission and focus, both in academics and extra-curricular activities.  Each is staffed by remarkable educators - teachers, coaches, librarians, specialists, chaplain - whose strong commitment to their students is equal to their professionalism.

Welcome to WES and The WES Way.

Stuart Work
Head of School