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Nationally Recognized.
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The Philosophy of Teaching and Learning is our Mission in practice. At Winchester Thurston School, we offer an equitable and inclusive learning experience that is grounded in our credo to “Think also of the comfort and the rights of others.”
Our Mission In Place
Winchester Thurston School
555 Morewood Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Winchester Thurston School (WT) is a coeducational independent day school serving students in Junior Pre-Kindergarten through grade 12. WT is located in the Shadyside neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
National Recognition
- WT’s unique City as Our Campus initiative was recognized by the Edward E. Ford Foundation with a coveted Educational Leadership Grant.
- This accolade came on the heels of WT’s designation as a Malone Scholars School by the Malone Family Foundation.
- WT is one of only five schools among the approximately 1,400 members of the National Association of Independent Schools to earn both of these distinctions.
WT UPPER SCHOOL
65%
of WT faculty
has advanced degrees
69
ZIP
codes
Students come from
39
School districts
40%
More than
of students are students of color
Winchester Thurston School is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools and is accredited by the Pennsylvania Association of Independent Schools.
Early Childhood & Lower School
Our Pittsburgh private elementary school faculty uses technology intentionally to enhance core learning that focuses on identifying and solving problems, understanding systems, and fostering creativity. And they use purposeful play to help children blossom as collaborative, empathetic, independent thinkers, and engaged citizens.
A joyful, active learning environment for students age 3 and a half through Grade 5
Middle School years are a time of unprecedented development when a constellation of interests and talents converges.
At our private middle school in Pittsburgh, we embrace this transitional time in preparation for Upper School by focusing on four main needs: Autonomy, Competence, Relationship, and Fun.
A personalized learning environment ensuring a holistic educational experience
Middle
School
WT's Upper School educates future citizens of the world who are able to make decisions and provide leadership from a strong intellectual and ethical basis. We instill in all students a lifelong love of learning, particularly in a world of rapid change.
Embracing challenges with determination, confidence, and discipline
Upper
School
Program Summary
WT's Upper School educates future citizens of the world who are able to make decisions and provide leadership from a strong intellectual and ethical basis. At our Pittsburgh private school, we instill in all students a lifelong love of learning, particularly in a world of rapid change.
Shape Your Future at WT
In the classroom, Winchester Thurston encourages deep thinking, creativity, and independence. Staying true to its focus on student-centered learning, the school is shifting away from the typical Advanced Placement (AP) program. Instead, they're rolling out more creative courses that align with what you’d find in college-level classes at a private high school.
- Social/emotional
• learning life skills like
sharing, listening,
cooperating, and
following instructions - Letter recognition
- Number recognition
- Specials that rotate through the week include:
• music, dance, library,
science, computer
science, art, physical
education.
Winchester Thurston School (WT) is a coeducational independent day school serving students in Junior Pre-Kindergarten through grade 12. WT is located in the Shadyside neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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