Private Schools in Farmington, Connecticut

Miss Porter's School is a prestigious independent college preparatory boarding and day school for girls in grades 9-12. Founded by Sarah Porter, the school has maintained a reputation for academic excellence for over 180 years. The school offers a rigorous curriculum with strong emphasis on leadership development, global citizenship, and personalized learning. Facilities include state-of-the-art science centers, art studios, athletic complexes, and historic campus buildings. The school is known for its strong college placement record and comprehensive extracurricular programs including competitive athletics, performing arts, and community service initiatives.

Renbrook School is a highly regarded independent day school serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. Located just minutes from Farmington in West Hartford, the school offers a challenging academic program with small class sizes and individualized attention. The curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, creativity, and character development. The 75-acre campus features modern classrooms, science labs, art studios, athletic facilities, and extensive outdoor learning spaces. Renbrook is particularly noted for its strong middle school preparation and comprehensive arts and athletics programs that serve as a feeder to top secondary schools throughout the Hartford area.

Watkinson School is an independent co-educational day school serving grades 6-12, located in nearby Hartford and serving students from Farmington and surrounding communities. The school offers a progressive college preparatory education with the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program available in the upper school. Watkinson emphasizes experiential learning, interdisciplinary studies, and personalized education plans. The school features modern academic facilities, art studios, performance spaces, and athletic fields. Known for its inclusive community and strong student-teacher relationships, Watkinson prepares students for college success through a balanced program of academic rigor, arts education, and character development.