Fairhaven School

The core principles of Fairhaven School are built on the fact that young people thrive best when trusted to follow their natural curiosity. Instead of imposing a time schedule for the mastery of skills, Fairhaven School gives time back to young people and supports their innate desire to learn what they want at their own pace, all within a well-run, fully hands-on democratic governance structure.

All students who are willing and able to be responsible for their own behavior are welcome, from young children who want to explore the world around them to teenagers who want to pursue their passions. At Fairhaven, students of all ages (generally 5-18 years old) decide how to spend their days. When students have complete educational freedom, their inherent desire to learn flourishes, and nothing can stand in their way.

Our graduates have learned how to think for themselves, how to motivate themselves, and how to work hard. They are law-abiding, articulate, and practiced in the art of working with others. They embrace excellence, and reject prejudice, and are determined to live lives that are both fun and fulfilling.

We have a well equipped music studio and art room with 3D printer, wood shop, computer room, 2 kitchens, libraries, garden, playground, forest and stream, basketball and 4-square court and a large field. While there are currently no sports teams that compete with other organized teams, students are welcome to make that happen, and people at Fairhaven do play various games and sports all day, every day!