Loomis vs. St. Andrew's (DE)

NDiver
Tue, 02 Apr 2019 18:48:58 +0000

I agree with @gardenstategal that you will be ready to move on after four years no matter which school you choose. However, I feel that the small size of SAS is only a strength and contributes to the incredibly strong sense of community. My kid was initially concerned about the size but now sees it as an advantage. There are plenty of opportunities to get to know students in other grades through sports, activities, meals, classes etc.

@willmo, I am sure you have probably received Tad Roach’s handwritten letter referencing your essays. I am in awe that he takes the time to write all of those letters, and I think it speaks to how much he values and prioritizes community and how he leads by example. I don’t think anyone who chooses to work at a boarding school is looking for a nine to five job, but something that resonated with us on revisit day was that each student on the student panel spoke about the close relationships with adults at school and gave numerous examples of them going far beyond what is probably in their job description.

I know it is a big decision and especially hard to make from afar, but I am happy to answer other SAS specific questions.