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Middle School Program

The middle school years are a special time of growth and change. Students are in a unique stage of their life-- between childhood and being a teenager. At the Priory, we embrace our "tweens" in their journey through their middle school years. Encouraging our students to "just be kids" for as long as possible, while also supporting them as they mature into teenagers, is a balancing act. We understand the complexities of this important stage of life.

Key Aspects of the Middle School Program

• Time of Change and Growth: Our middle school teachers foster deep relationships with their students to create a supportive environment. We structure our school day and calendar to allow for this growth and development, including recess time, special tournaments, community meetings, dances, and outdoor education retreats.
• Academics: Our mission is to provide a rigorous academic program in a nurturing environment. This balance is paramount to our Priory middle school experience. We are committed to offering a rich and progressive academic program that prepares our students for upper school and beyond.
• Balance in the Middle: Happiness and well-being are important to us. The Priory is a place where students can find a balance between academics, sports, interests and hobbies, friendships, fun, and down time. We believe it is important for kids to have time to play and relax on campus, as well as spend time with their families at home.
• Being Benedictine: Our five Benedictine values structure our school life. Spirituality, hospitality, individuality, integrity, and community are the keystones to a Priory experience. All kids have passions and talents that need to be discovered and nurtured.
• Panther Pals: Each Priory sixth grader is matched with a senior student for the school year to be Panther Pals. The Panther Pal Program is a great experience for all the students. The sixth graders have an older friend on campus. The seniors get to be mentors for the year and pass on their Priory wisdom.

Woodside Priory School

Woodside Priory School is located at 302 Portola Rd, Portola Valley, CA 94028.

Program Details

The middle school program at Woodside Priory School is designed to provide a supportive and nurturing environment for students in grades 6-8. The program is structured to allow for growth and development, with a focus on academics, balance, and Benedictine values. The school has a dedicated space for middle school students, with classrooms and a play area. Each student is known and loved, and the school community is approximately 100 middle school students.