The Marvelwood School

The Marvelwood is an amazing school that offered me the opportunity to rise to my full potential. Before coming to Marvelwood I was a C- student at a well known prestigious school boarding school that ignored my needs and expected me to learn like everyone. I was depressed. I was stifled before I came to Marvelwood. The caring and supportive teachers gave me the tools I needed to unlock my capabilities while celebrating my gifts. I highly recommend the school.
--Submitted by a student

I am a Marvelwood graduate and currently work at the school in Alumni Relations. I can remember first walking on campus as a student. I was unsure, self conscious, and skeptical about what this school could offer me. I learned quickly that Marvelwood is a unique place. Marvelwood students & alumni all share something, the unbelievable experience Marvelwood provides/provided to us as students. This school truly educates young people and helps them realize their potential, guiding them toward their own personal success. My job is incredibly rewarding because I get to speak with alumni and hear all of their success stories and how much they truly love Marvelwood. Our new Head of School is innovative and wants to strengthen the school in every aspect. He has already been embraced by our students, parents, faculty & alumni. Alumni that have been disconnected from the school in the past, are now involved. They are seeing the schools passion and are impressed with the direction our school is headed. I highly recommend this school.
--Submitted by a teacher

My daughter is currently attending the school and I would discourage all parents from sending their children to this school unless you have a way to coping with their enormous amount of bills which is disproportional to the facilities they are providing and the quality of teaching. Before you send your kid, make sure that you do talk to current students (not those selected by the admissions people), but choose randomly, and talk to teachers randomly. I regret having been fooled by their selection of pupils and teachers to speak to us during our visit.
--Submitted by a parent

Marvelwood use to be my home, my family and my life. The teachers there are all wonderful, I look back on my time there and only see positive events. They helped you grow and learn life experiences for yourself, but they were never far away or too busy to listen. I owe a lot of thanks to everyone there, I wish I could do more to give back.

My son is in his third year at Marvelwood. He selected to attend Marvelwood because he found the students and teachers to be friendly and outgoing, and his reasoning has proved correct. Rather than mold the students to "an ideal", the faculty goes out of its way to ensure each student receives the education most appropriate for his/her learning style and interests. The teachers are great role models, and go out of their way outside of class to help students. My son has gained confidence in his academic abilities, has learned to be a leader, and is very happy attending Marvelwood - his home away from home.
--Submitted by a parent

Marvelwood is the best. Teachers and staff are dedicated, caring and exceptional. Come see for yourself, this is a great place to be.
--Submitted by a teacher

I was a student at Marvelwood and have also taught summer school there for several summers. The reason that I chose to attend Marvelwood was because it seemed to be very warm and more personal than the many boarding schools I visited. The reason that I love the school is because the teachers are extremely devoted to the success of the students. Recently, Marvelwood's music department has improved significantly, there are more AP classes available, and the teachers who I love still work there. I highly recommend Marvelwood as it is unique and a place of success as well as lasting memories.
--Submitted by Jessica Wofsey, a former student

My son is currently a sophmore at The Marvelwood School. I have seen some of the past parent comments and feel I have to say something about the new Marvelwood School. We have been lucky enough to find an exceptional new headmaster this year who has made some incredible improvements to our school. We are fast becoming a more competitive and academic high school and in a few years I predict we will be one of the most sought after boarding schools. Marvelwood is building a new gymnasium and arts center and is remodeling the dorms. The main building and the dining hall have already been remodeled. The school has always been known for it's attentiveness to the individual student and that will never change. My son has benefited and matured in every way! All previous complaints belong to the old Marvelwood School and I suggest that all potential applicants come visit us.
--Submitted by Carol Kallet, a parent

Marvelwood to me is a home away from home for my son. He is a four year senior this year and had four great years at Marvelwood. With all the support from the faulty and the small class room size where could you go wrong. My son has had sucess in the sports program where he wouldn't of played in the public school. Marvelwood builds self confidence in it's student and gets them ready for whatever they want to do after they move on to college. My son would have never received the same amount of support and encourgement any where else then he did at Marvelwood.
--Submitted by a parent

Marvelwood is a very good school...... The teachers keep the parents up to date on everything.The sports are awesome,there are a variety of activites for the kids to choose from.They dont have classes on wednesdays, instead they do community service, which i think is also great.I do not agree with the parent that said most of the kids are on drugs. I sent my daughter there because i felt it would be a great experience for her.She went there as a sophomore and she will graduate this year (2005) with honors. We have had 3 generations from my family attend this school.My uncle graduated in 1971, when it was an all boys school, and my cousin and i both attended for 2 years. I met people from all over the world and i met one of my best friends there.I would recommend marvelwood to any one that is looking for a small school.
--Submitted by Tesha, a parent