The Ensworth School

Ensworth is a coeducational school where students in kindergarten through twelfth grades are nurtured and respected as individuals, challenged to become life-long learners, and inspired to be active contributors to any community of which they are a part. At the heart of every great school is an exceptional faculty committed to guiding students as they explore their potential in a broad range of contexts.

This is clearly the case at Ensworth. Whether it is through our challenging curriculum, our diverse fine arts offerings or our robust athletic program, students and teachers engage in a learning process that is second to none. By virtue of being an independent school, Ensworth has the freedom to provide a curriculum based on current best practices in education and to assess student performance in authentic, meaningful ways, which prepares our students exceptionally well for success in college and beyond. The School promotes academic excellence and inspires students to be intellectually curious, to use their talents to the fullest, to be people of integrity, and to be contributors to society.

• We envision a school community dedicated to following the highest principles with the greatest love, as characterized by moral integrity, intellectual vitality, discipline, compassion, humor and joy.
• We envision a school where a deep sense of community and belonging pervades all aspects of school life, where all members participate in a broad array of diverse activities both in and out of the classroom, and where collaboration, integration, and tradition thrive.
• We envision a school committed to growth and learning for all members of its community, as reflected in communication that is open, honest, and direct, in decision-making that is inclusive, flexible, and efficient, in school governance that is clear and transparent, in practices that honor diversity of mind, and in opportunities for faculty development and innovation as fundamental components of their professional responsibilities.
• And we envision a school that reaches beyond itself to its broader community, that embraces service opportunities, and that serves as a leader in the national educational community.

In order to realize the goals of our Mission and Vision, Ensworth must actively strive to be a diverse and inclusive community of learners that engages collectively In Search of Truth. The presence of different perspectives and life experiences plays a vital role in the development of our students, enhancing classroom and extracurricular experiences in meaningful ways. As a school, we are committed to cultivating an environment in which all members of the Ensworth community experience a true sense of belonging and are empowered to be active participants in the life of the school. These efforts are essential if we are to foster the growth of all students in line with their potential, and to equip them for lives of purpose that extend far beyond their time at Ensworth.

Ensworth believes that coeducation impacts and enriches the educational experience of our students. A coeducational setting promotes mature social and emotional development, providing students with an advantage during their school years that will carry throughout their adult lives. Recognizing our critical role in preparing students for the real world, our classrooms bring together both genders, helping students understand that girls and boys are different yet equal.

Every day Ensworth students have interactions that challenge and allow them to realize how gender might influence one’s perspective, which also helps them understand that problems are best approached with consideration of differing worldviews. We believe that coeducation improves the ways students think, learn and collaborate. Children are able to develop confidence, empathy, understanding and leadership among both genders as they navigate the challenges of social and emotional growth, while encouraging success in one another. By offering a coeducational environment where youth develop the character, understanding and skills necessary for the future, Ensworth equips students for life beyond the classroom.

Learning, growth and development occur both inside and outside the classroom at Ensworth. We stand on a holistic, balanced program with expansive offerings that reflect the wide range of talents and passions within our community.

We wholeheartedly believe the school-age years should be enriching and fulfilling. That is why we provide an experience where students have the freedom to take risks, explore interests and fuel individual passion. Curiosity is encouraged and triumph is within reach as students push their creative limits and flourish in their own gifts.

High School Campus
Address: 7401 Highway 100, TN
Postal Code: 37221
Phone: +1 615 3015400