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Marybeth Bentwood

Boarding School Powers Personal Growth


Choosing Holderness means choosing a boarding school where students grow, explore, and thrive in a community that fosters personal and intellectual development. Our mission is to develop the people the world needs, equipping students to excel in their studies and as leaders, adventurers, artists, and athletes.

Discover the Holderness Difference at Our October 5th Open House

Our Open House is your opportunity to discover all that Holderness School offers. You’ll explore our stunning campus, meet our passionate faculty and coaches, and hear directly from our students during a student-led panel. They’ll share insights into our dynamic academic programs and the wide range of extracurricular activities, from competitive sports to our weekend activities,  that enrich life at Holderness. The day wraps up with a shared lunch, allowing you to further connect with our community.

Throughout the event, you’ll also participate in informational sessions where you can ask questions and truly feel the warmth of our supportive environment. Whether you’re curious about our advanced courses, vibrant arts programs, or extensive athletic opportunities, there’s much to learn about Holderness.

Powering Potential Through Experiential Learning

Join us at our Open House to discover how the Holderness experience goes far beyond the classroom. In today’s world, young people face various unique challenges—from evolving social pressures to the complexities of navigating social media to uncertainty about the environment.  The Holderness School experience is designed to help students navigate a changing world and thrive in it.

Through a combination of rigorous academics, outdoor adventure, creative expression, leadership training, and a close-knit community, we build resilience, self-awareness, and critical thinking in our students, equipping them to succeed in an unpredictable future. At Holderness, we’re not just preparing students for college—we’re preparing them for life.

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Guided By Experts: Meet Our Faculty and Coaches who Empower our Students' Success

At our Open House, you'll meet the faculty, coaches, and staff who are the heart of Holderness. Passionate about their fields and deeply committed to student growth, our educators go beyond the classroom to inspire and challenge students in every aspect of their lives.

Their dedication as advisors, teachers, and mentors shapes the Holderness experience. Guiding students through transformative educational journeys, fostering creativity, and building resilience and real-world skills, these leaders are central to our mission of nurturing the whole student.

Register Today for our Open House Experience

Our Open House is your opportunity to see firsthand how Holderness goes beyond academics to develop the whole student—mind, body, and spirit.

Space is limited, so reserve your spot today. We’re excited to welcome you to campus and show you why Holderness is the next step in your child’s extraordinary journey.

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