Admission Information
The
mission of The Miami Valley School is to challenge young people of promise
to become self-sustaining learners and compassionate global citizens.
As the Dayton area's only independent college-preparatory school, MVS
is committed to the highest quality of educational excellence, combined
with personal attention and in-depth experiential learning opportunities.
Discover the Advantages of The Miami Valley School:
Outstanding Faculty
- 9:1 student teach ratio
- Dedication to students and passion for teaching
- Supportive, personalized relationships with families to encourage students
to reach their full potential
Talented Students
- More that 25% of the senior class has been recognized by the National
Merit Program
- MVS consistently achieves the top SAT and ACT scores of any school in
the area
- 100% of MVS graduates attend college. Most graduates are accepted by
the top five percent of the nation's colleges and universities
Amazing Opportunities
- Experiential learning from EC through Grade 12 offers in-depth exploration
and a hands-on approach
- Opportunities for all students to participate in a wide range of extracurricular
activities. Students can participate on school athletic teams from Grade
4-12.
- Diverse, multi-cultural student body adds to a global perspective
- Small classes offer personal attention and a caring approach
- Challenging curriculum with specialized programs in science, visual
and performing arts, foreign language study, advanced mathematics, and
enriched writing
Admission Calendar
The Miami Valley School operates within three divisions for specialized
learning according to student growth and development. Highlights of each
division include:
Lower School
(K-Grade 5)
- Develop a love of learning in a nurturing environment
- Personalized attention for students to master basic academic skills
in preparation for accelerated programs
- Exceptional programs for growth and creativity including visual arts,
performing arts, science, and language arts
- Full Day Kindergarten
- In-depth experiential programs each year to learn and explore beyond
the classroom
Middle School
(Grades 6-8)
- Nurturing environment during critical transition years for students
as they experience physical, intellectual and social growth.
- Small class sizes and challenging curriculum with personalized attention
during these pivotal years
- Small group advisories to encourage frequent contact with faculty to
help students cultivate respect and self reliance.
- Opportunities for problem-solving, decision-making and leadership.
- Academic curriculum that includes experiential learning, intensive study
projects, foreign language, advanced mathematics, and extensive writing
programs.
Upper School
(Grade 9 - 12)
- Nationally-recognized immersion program for intensive study on selected
topic
- Personalized college counseling program, with dedicated staff, to assist
students with college choice and placement
- Interactive classroom environment with close teacher-student relationships
- Participation in community service, the arts, athletics, and other leadership
opportunities for all students
- Challenging academic curriculum to help prepare students for future
success in rigorous college courses
For more information about The Miami Valley School, please contact the Admission Office to schedule a tour of campus and
learn about the admission process.
For more information on the admission process
The Miami Valley School is accredited by the Independent School Association
of the Central States (ISACS) and is chartered as a comprehensive college
preparatory school by the state of Ohio. MVS is also a member of the the
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) and the Ohio Association
of Independent Schools (OAIS).
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