The journey starts here

Why choose Agnes Irwin? Because we know girls — and we've been empowering them since 1869.

We have a living legacy of successful alumnae who are leaders in their respective industries. Every AIS student benefits from our rigorous research-based curriculum, our robust wellness and athletics programs, and esteemed faculty (experts in encouragement), who know each girl and won’t let her give up. Not to mention our 570-strong cheering section of fellow Owls who root and hoot for her as she conquers multivariable calculus, choreographs an original dance, or competes for the championship title. Because she learns from day one that she can’t succeed if she never tries. And because, by the time she graduates from Agnes Irwin, she's ready to take on the world.

Visit our school to experience how an Agnes Irwin education fosters the journey of self-discovery.

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Our oldest daughter started at AIS in second grade and graduated in 2011; our second daughter graduated in 2016. Now our third and last daughter graduated in 2018. Thirty-seven academic years later, we have found Agnes Irwin an excellent school that has helped our daughters become advocates for their own learning. We’ve had an awesome run. Tom Robbins, Parent ’11, ’16, and ’18

Why an all-girls school?

Because when girls feel known, understood, and challenged, they have the power to be their very best selves.

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Our Superpower

The Center for the Advancement of Girls, only at Agnes Irwin, ensures that every aspect of our education is based on what's best for girls.

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Let's get the conversation started.

We recognize that providing an Agnes Irwin education is a significant and important investment in your daughter’s future.

We are here to help families understand that affording Agnes Irwin is possible, for a wide range of household incomes. Please email Natalie J. Brennan '05, Associate Director of Admission & Tuition Assistance, or give her a call at 610-801-1205 to start the conversation and discover the possibilities.

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Getting here is easy!

Our students hail from 71 zip codes — Philadelphia and New Jersey to Delaware — and travel to school via train, bus, and car.

Learn more about getting to and from AIS.

We welcome students and families relocating to our area from across the country, or from the around the world! For international inquiries, please click here. We look forward to connecting with you.

Meet the Admission Team

Our admission team is here to guide you and your daughter through the process every step of the way. Set up a visit, ask questions, and discuss tuition assistance. We've got you covered.

Allison Price

Director of Enrollment Management for All Divisions

"150 years ago, our school was founded by Miss Agnes Irwin, the great-great granddaughter of Benjamin Franklin, first Dean of Radcliffe College, and advocate for the education of girls and young women — a radical concept in her time. Fast forward to the 21st century, and our girls are still engaged, curious, caring individuals who are deeply connected to each other and our outstanding faculty and staff. At AIS our students learn to connect passion with purpose. Come see for yourself!"

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Natalie J. Brennan ‘05

Natalie Jones Brennan, associate director of admission and tuition assistance

Natalie J. Brennan '05

Associate Director of Admission & Tuition Assistance

"Agnes Irwin gives girls the confidence they need in the classroom, on the field, on the stage, and beyond — celebrating the individuality and strengths of each girl but also empowering them to try new things in a nurturing and accepting environment. Ultimately, it prepares them to take on the world in whatever capacity they desire. I am fortunate enough to have experienced this firsthand as a member of Agnes Irwin's Class of 2005 and now as a member of the Admission Team. I am thrilled to have the opportunity to give back to this special community that has given me so much!"

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Tammara Gary

Associate Director of Middle School Admission

"Agnes Irwin is a place where girls are encouraged to explore new interests and embrace new opportunities. Our Middle School empowers girls to take risks whether it be leading assemblies or overseeing our special effects student-led club. It's a joy seeing the middle schoolers each day!"

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Megan McHugh

Associate Director of Lower School Admission and Outreach

"Agnes Irwin is a place where students are challenged to be their best selves every day, starting in Prekindergarten. Our girls are confident, joyful, and eager to learn. The Lower School faculty and staff know how young girls learn best, and create an engaging learning environment that is full of wonder. I feel privileged to share the value of an Agnes Irwin education with prospective families."

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Deb Goggins

Admission Office Assistant

Claire Lewis, admission office manager at Agnes Irwin all girls private school

Deb Goggins

Admission Office Assistant

"I marvel at the innovation, inspiration, and exploration that happens at Agnes Irwin every day. It is an invigorating place to work where the strong sense of community and commitment to all-girls' education is at the heart of everything we do. I enjoy helping families navigate the admission process."

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