Peddie or Madeira

ridleyroo
Tue, 11 Mar 2025 02:43:50 +0000

Your DD has 2 great options! My DD is a freshman at Peddie and is thriving. Peddie has a very strong STEM program (their robotics teams win competitions and also check out their Research Science signature experience on their website - lots of really impressive high level research opportunities available between junior and senior year).
Their rowing program is very good (according to my DD) but they don’t have squash. My DD is not an athlete either… but played tennis this fall and is going to try lacrosse this spring. Neither were sports she had any experience in prior to BS. Peddie does require all freshman to do a sport in the fall which helps force non-athletes to try something new. Everyone also recommends doing the freshman musical, even if you’re not a theatre kid. It’s just fun and a great way to meet your new classmates. The show is a big community event in the fall.
As far as college placement, check out the IG for peddie2025decisions for where this graduating class is heading. Lots of great schools. I’m sure Madeira has something similar.
My DD is being challenged in her classes and I have gotten actionable and insightful feedback from her teachers at midterm and finals. Her advisor has been great at keeping us in the loop about how she is doing in her classes.
I am happy to try to answer any other questions you have.
I agree that the best way to decide which school is the best fit is by visiting and trusting your gut.

Good luck and congratulations!!