Lovett School

The highest values at Lovett are conformity and class-consciousness. Putting a child in this oppressive and insecure environment just when they should be developing curiosity and creativity is areal tragedy. The teachers are sub-par and many can't use proper grammar or spelling. The children are constantly comparing houses, cars and vacations. The resentment from the underpaid teachers toward these children of privilege is palpable and many of the teachers in the middle and high school treat the kids with contempt and hostility. Administrators turn a blind eye to this and focus instead on "green initiatives", raising money and building. An inordinate amount of focus is placed on the football team, which is routinely beaten by middlin 'public schools without nearly the resources. Most of the students are there because they couldn't get into Westmister, which is down the road, and everyone there has a serious inferiority complex about the matter. During the civil rights movement, Lovett refused admission to M.L. King, Jr. and they now spend an inordinate amount of time on self-flagellating political correctness. The result - very few high-achieving alumni.
--Submitted by a parent

First let me say that Lovett is a great school. Your child will enjoy being there. There are a lot of activities, extra curriculars, etc. The curriculum is very challenging. It is advanced and the work load can be quite heavy at times. The headmaster is terrific, open minded and available. My only issue is with the middle school - some great teachers, some not so great. There were a lot of middle school changes made this year, so hopefully things improve. The upper school is said to be terrific. If your child graduates Lovett, he/she will most likely be very prepared to do well in college. More diversity would be nice in terms of the student body and staff. It is a great school although it is not right for everyone.
--Submitted by a parent

My son LOVES Lovett! I am not especially thrilled with his teacher-we don't get a lot of work/projects sent home and have little idea of what goes on other than drilling my 5 year old. He is a bright math student, but continues to get very basic homework sent home. My son does love his teacher and class though, so I can't complain too much. High parental involvement, great families that we've met, etc.
--Submitted by a parent

I wen to Lovett from K to 10th then to Riverwood. This was back in the 70's. I was there for the King protests in the 60's. By the time the time in was in 8th grade ; the school had changed. The quality of teachers varied from great to no way. It used to be very friendly later it became money hungry. The most important lesson I learned was how to think/ study. I later went to an Ivy school for a BBA and MBA I swore Lovett was harder. My freshman/sophmore years in college were rehash of Lovett. My sister hated it was barely passing transfered to another well known private school and got 3 years of straight A's and several impressive scolarship offers. She took the best offer and stayed with high marks.

6th grade, African American son is loving Lovett!! Teachers are great and very attentive, their are lots of activities to get involved in, small class sizes, principal is very involved, and campus is great. I thought there would be a little more diversity but it hasn't seemed to bother my son and I know it's something that the school is striving to improve.
--Submitted by a parent

I agree with the sentiments below regarding Lovett not treating students fairly. Unfortunately, when a complaint is lodged about a teacher, the status quo response is a very defensive one. The MS principal seems to have no regard for the fair and consistent treatment of the students and is only interested in backing up her teachers. It's as if the students and parents have no voice and the school has completely forgotten who their customers are.
--Submitted by a parent

My daughter is finishing kindergarten. She has grown so much during her school year. She has a lot of friends, and loves to go to school. Her teachers are very involved, and have great communication with the parents. The Lovett Parent Association is very active, and the administration really makes an effort to listen to parents and students concerns. They have a great academic record, lots of opportunities in different sports, but they invest time also in educating the child to be an ethical well formed individual. We love the school!!!!
--Submitted by a parent

Amazing school with wonderful opportunites for students!!!
--Submitted by a student

I could not recommend the Middle school my experience and how they treated my son was unacceptable.
--Submitted by a parent

Great school. I didn't have any friends at my old school and now I have a ton of friends. AMAZING school. So much great stuff to explain...so little time...
--Submitted by a student