The 2025–2026 academic year in Chilton House is marked by substantial growth and educational advancement, fostering a more robust and enriching environment for our youngest learners. Highlights within this report include the expansion to nine classrooms driven by community demand, the adoption of the new Eureka Math curriculum, and increased access to outdoor learning labs. Furthermore, key metrics are presented, demonstrating significant family investment, including the near doubling of the student population and the high commitment shown through the enhanced literacy program and the sustained integration of student support.
Program Expansion
Driven by increased interest and demand, Chilton House has expanded its footprint to nine classrooms. This strategic expansion has enabled us to accommodate a larger and more diverse student body, thereby fostering a more dynamic and enriching learning community.
Curriculum Enhancement
We are adapting a new, research-backed math curriculum for our 3s/4s program classrooms: Eureka Math. The adoption of Eureka Math will significantly enhance the way mathematics is taught in Chilton House, ensuring a cohesive and seamless transition into the kindergarten math experience.
Outdoor Learning Labs
To strengthen science instruction and connection to nature, all students now have routine access to both the school garden and the greenhouse. These spaces are utilized as integrated outdoor learning labs, providing hands-on opportunities for exploration and scientific inquiry.
Key Program Metrics and Community Investment
The quantitative and qualitative data below demonstrate the significant confidence and investment our families place in the Chilton House program.
100% Enrollment Growth in 6 Years
Chilton House has nearly doubled its student population in six years, growing from 66 students in 2019 to 128 students in 2025. This growth is a strong indicator of the program’s quality and desirability within the community.
40% of Chilton House Families have Siblings Enrolled
A notable indicator of family investment is the number of families with siblings enrolled at EMS. This year, 50 out of 126 students in Chilton House — representing nearly 40% of the program — have siblings enrolled across the divisions. This high concentration of sibling enrollment underscores the deep trust and commitment multi-child families have in the school’s educational continuity.
Progress on Ongoing Strategic Initiatives
We continue to build upon foundational work from prior years to ensure excellence across all developmental areas.
Enhanced Literacy Program
We have continued to rigorously implement our enhanced literacy program in kindergarten. This three-pronged approach provides comprehensive language development through:
Wit & Wisdom: Our core language arts program
Fundations: Dedicated instruction focused on phonological awareness and phonics
Geodes: Non-fiction decodable readers that build fluency and comprehension while simultaneously teaching world history and science content
Student Support Integration
We maintain our close partnership with the Student Success Team. This ongoing work ensures faculty, students, and families receive tailored resources and support necessary to promote meaningful, powerful, and successful learning experiences for every child.
2025–2026 State of the School Reports: Chilton House (age 2–K), Little School (grades 1–4), Morrow House (grades 5–8), Advancement, Auxiliary Programs, Communications and Marketing, Community Life, Enrollment, Facilities and Operations, and Finances.
