Nantasket Beach

Any school is a sum total of its teachers....not the building itself....this one is a keeper for sure.... additionally I for one, am happy that they keep the helicopter moms out of the classroom ....they are teaching independence as well. Send your children without any hesitation to Foster....you won't regret it.

A wonderful school and community. Both my children have thrived thanks to the amazing teachers and principle.

Our family joined the Derby community last year and we have had a very positive experience. One of the things we love most about the school is that children are allowed to be children. There is time for play and curiosity all the way through Grade 8, while independence, responsibility, and academic rigor are all fostered. For the first time in a long time our middle school aged child comes home from school sharing stories about new topics and ideas that were explored in class. Our child has made many new friends and clearly feels connected to classmates, teachers and the routines and traditions that reflect Derby's mission to "improve both heart and mind."There are too many great opportunities to list here - academics, fine arts, athletics, philanthropy, and more. We would highly recommend Derby to other families looking for a school that takes a holistic approach to education and fosters a life long love of learning.