Academics
Explore our Approach to All-Girls Education
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At Agnes Irwin, we empower girls to inquire, lead, and embrace their limitless potential through our rigorous academic curriculum that is powered by girls-centered research and student-centered learning.
Our Approach
Agnes Irwin uses research-based, girl-centered teaching to foster joyful learning, strong relationships, agency, and leadership—preparing confident, resilient students to thrive in a changing world.
Transfer as a Goal
Agnes Irwin emphasizes deep understanding and transferable learning, building curiosity, creativity, agency, and resilience so students confidently apply skills to complex, real-world challenges.
Pre-K-12 Curriculum
Agnes Irwin offers a research-based, all-girls education where students grow from joyful learners to joyful, confident leaders through rigorous academics, wellness, arts, athletics, and exploration.
Portrait of an AIS Graduate
Ultimately, our students will develop seven essential outcomes to help them thrive in their endeavors after graduation.
Intellectually Curious
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Globally & Community Minded
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Self-Directed
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Brave
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Balanced
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Collaborative
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Creative
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Lower School
(PreK-Grade 4)
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Middle School
(Grades 5-8)
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Upper School
(Grades 9-12)
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The Center for the Advancement of Girls
The Center for the Advancement of Girls offers a range of programs for Agnes Irwin Upper School students. Student-athletes participate in the AthLEADS seminar series, connecting leadership skills gained through team sports to future college and career opportunities. AIS Allied pairs students with alumnae mentors to build networks and gain life insights, while the Council for the Advancement of Girls advances gender equity through impactful initiatives and community engagement.
College Counseling
From Grades 9–12, Agnes Irwin students and families engage in a comprehensive college counseling program. Beginning with academic planning and athletic recruiting, students build testing strategies and counselor relationships before moving into college search, applications, and essays. By senior year, they meet college representatives, receive individualized guidance, and prepare for college life through the “College 101” series.