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About Darlington

In 1905, a group of young graduates along with John Paul and Alice Allgood Cooper, found themselves moved by the memory of a former teacher. That man, Joseph James Darlington, had taught them so much. Not only through lectures and books, but through his character, his insatiable desire for knowledge, and his concern for the greater good. These students came together, and from that desire to honor their teacher Darlington School was born.
Mr. Darlington's legacy of child-centered holistic education lives on in the approximately 750 students in grades pre-K to 12. Our school community builds character and connection through a representation of an average of 15 states and 20 countries worldwide.
To quote from the original charter, Darlington was organized and incorporated “not for pecuniary gain” but “for educational and literary purposes, in which may be taught all branches of learning.” Today, Darlington is so much more than a college-preparatory school. It's a place where curiosity can grow into wisdom. A place where empathy transforms into service. And where honesty galvanizes into honor.
News

Basketball team makes history with first state title

With a 53-50 victory over Holy Innocents’, the varsity boys' basketball team secured the first state title in school history, finishing a remarkable 30-2 season in unforgettable fashion.

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Leadership Darlington Day 1

Twenty-two alumni returned to campus to participate in the school’s 14th annual Leadership Darlington program. From connecting with students, faculty, and senior administrators to diving into conversations about the school’s future, participants experienced Darlington on a whole new level.

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Spring Break in the Galapagos Islands

Darlington students and families ventured to Quito, Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands for an unforgettable spring break.

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Tiger to Tiger: Twyman to tote leather for Princeton

Myles Twyman, a senior multi-use weapon in the Darlington Tiger football program, signed his National Letter-of-Intent Friday with Princeton University.

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3 seniors named STAR Students

Seniors Grace Guo, Zach Kimani and Hayes Parsa were recognized as Darlington's 2026 STAR Students after a three-way tie for top SAT score in the senior class. Guo and Parsa selected Math Department Head Al Shorey as their STAR Teacher, while Kimani chose history teacher Heather Shores. 

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HEAD OF SCHOOL

Meet Head of School Brent Bell.

MISSION AND VALUES

Wisdom, service and honor are a part of everything we do.