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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]As an educator, I did not like what I saw of Calvert. The curriculum is not inline with current educational research. High emphasis on getting kids to perform in certain ways rather than teaching them to be flexible, rigorous, openended thinking. I have friends who taught there — culture is quite conservative. [/quote]

Agreed that the curriculum is the opposite of modern. They actually use some antiquated texts that were written by the school’s founder.

Having said that, my kid loved it, and although we didn’t end up there it was our second choice. My kid is quiet, shy, and loves structure and clear expectations. Calvert is extremely organized, quiet, and orderly. I think our kid would’ve had a great educational experience there. It is definitely not the place for free spirits though! If you want your child to get a very traditional education with a strong emphasis on basic writing and speaking skills, then you can’t do much better.

I also have to admit that I was charmed by the beauty of the buildings and the carved wood lockers etc.…

I’ll add that my wife objected to how strongly gendered some aspects of the education seemed to be, and I think it’s a valid concern.

I think most people who send their kids there know exactly what they’re getting and choose Calvert because it’s what they want.[/quote]

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