The Blake School

Located in the Minneapolis metropolitan area, Blake is a PK-12 independent day school with a national academic reputation. Our students aren’t just book-smart. They are also imaginative, analytical and empathetic. They excel as artists, athletes and performers. They think, solve problems and create. Students graduate from Blake prepared to make our world better – and more interesting.

Now in its second century, The Blake School offers a rigorous education grounded in shared values – respect, love of learning, integrity, courage and a commitment to pluralism. Students become lifelong learners who make lasting contributions to the world. Our three campuses unite approximately 1,375 students served by 350 faculty and staff, creating a diverse and inclusive community. We mold students into thoughtful, disciplined, well-rounded adults by providing a multifaceted education that includes:

• An excellent, comprehensive academic curriculum
• Outstanding programs in athletics and the arts
• A wide variety of cocurricular activities
• Global programs designed to prepare students for a changing world
• A commitment to community engagement, which encourages student involvement in their local, regional and global communities.

The Blake School provides students with an excellent, academically challenging education in a diverse and supportive community committed to a common set of values. Students are expected to participate in an integrated program of academic, artistic and athletic activities in preparation for college, lifelong learning, community service and lives as responsible world citizens.

Our values

• We care for and respect each other and ourselves. An openness to that which is different, a commitment to pluralism and a strong sense of justice are important to our sense of community.
• Curiosity, discovery, a sense of awe, creativity and a passion for knowing are all central to our mission at Blake. Scholarship, academic excellence, superior teaching and a climate of active intellectualism mark our work.
• Honest, moral, considerate and fair behavior is expected of all members of the Blake community.
• We prize both intellectual and ethical courage. We recognize the need to ensure that all feel both free and safe to take risks. Intellectual independence, a belief in and knowledge of oneself and perseverance are all elements in this commitment to courage.
• The Blake School believes that a diverse society enriches all individuals and communities. Diversity of race, ethnicity, national origin, geography, religion, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, age, physical ability, and marital, parental or economic status forms the fabric of our society. As a result of these beliefs, The Blake School actively seeks students, families and employees who value and contribute to the fullness of a diverse community within the context of its mission. In doing so, we recognize our responsibility to help make each person's experience a success.

Students have endless opportunities to fulfill their academic, creative and athletic potential through stimulating classes and comprehensive arts and sports programs. Service learning and global programs provide numerous ways to study, work and volunteer off-campus. Our supportive, diverse environment helps every student feel valued.

Students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills within a traditional, academically rigorous curriculum. They also get plenty of individualized attention. Classes are small, and our student-adult ratio is just 11:1. Faculty, counselors and learning specialists provide academic advising and student support. Intensive one-on-one college counseling helps upperclassmen find the college that's the best fit.

All students develop creativity and physical fitness through participation in the arts and athletics. Clubs and activities help students refine their individual talents and find ways to improve their world. Community engagement through LearningWorks and other organizations helps students learn from – and contribute to – their community.