Moses Brown School

250 Lloyd Avenue

Providence, RI 02906

29 Reviews

School District
Grade

PK, K-12
Type

private

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Submitted by student on October 01, 2023

There appears to be a prioritization of affluent students at Moses Brown School, which has resulted in feelings of neglect among other student populations. The academic resources and classroom experiences exhibit a noticeable imbalance, while the social environment frequently gives rise to feelings of exclusion. As an individual who is new to this particular setting, I had initially anticipated a more comprehensive and encouraging atmosphere. However, my initial observations have proven to be disheartening.
Submitted by student on September 07, 2023

I am a current student at Moses Brown and to be honest its very disappointing with all aspects beside academics. My time here was disappointing to say the least, when it comes to classes and teachers the school is fine but when you look deeper you start to see all its flaws, the community is shown to be a nice and welcoming, but the students here are the opposite. If you aren't a very social person or you aren't very sporty then you have will have a lot of trouble making friends. I haven't been bullied personally but I have seen students here bullied and made fun of. If you aren't very social like me then you might end up finding that making friends is extremely hard. Moses Brown isn't a bad school it just has a lot to work on, it may seem perfect but in reality its a big mess, and the only way you will ever see the mess is if you experience it first hand. Because something i noticed particularly in my grade is that there are many cliques, and most of these cliques are very exclusive to certain people. Overall Moses Brown has a lot to work on when it comes to middle and upper school, I highly recommend elementary school though since its a lot more inclusive and theres a lot less drama. But Middle school in particular was a big mess for me.
Submitted by other on May 22, 2021

I attended MB for ten years, K-9th grade. I chose to leave because of social and academic reasons. The general feel, level of bullying, and overall privilege vary significantly from grade to grade. Some classes, like mine, were particularly bad. 10% of my class left following 9th grade. In the lower and middle schools, the academics are superb. The way I was taught to learn and think critically, from a very young age, provided a foundation that has served me well into adulthood. Having met people from many educational backgrounds, it is clear that this was both unique and an incredible privilege. The resources available to help students who are struggling/behind are also extensive. High school is a different story, academically. I found that teachers often beat students down early in high school only to loosen up in the higher grades to show colleges a “positive trajectory”. I was told I would never succeed in the sciences and maths, and that I likely had a “learning disability” by my foreign language teacher. After changing schools and finding a better support system, I went on to get into an elite college and graduate with honors in a science major. Overall, take Moses brown with a grain of salt. There are great aspects of the school, but you should be prepared to face the challenges as well.
Submitted by parent on May 01, 2019

The middle school was a positive experience. The HS is a different story. You only matter if you are very wealthy and give money to the school or if you are a minority.
Submitted by parent on April 13, 2018

This is my son's first year at Moses Brown and I have been blown away by what an amazing school this is. The teachers are very kind and truly care about the kids. My son -who came from public schools- has blossomed academically with the guidance of his teachers and advisors.
Submitted by parent on November 30, 2017

So far we've been very happy with our son's experience at Moses Brown. The quality of the teachers is far above the public school in our town from which he transferred after his freshman year. The curriculum is engaging and rigorous, and will prepare him well for his post-secondary studies. We are very happy with the decision to send him to MB.
Submitted by other on June 30, 2016

My son started at MB this past year in the middle school, grade 7. His experience thus far has been wonderful. The class trip at the beginning of the year was a terrific ice breaker & allowed him to assimilate with ease. The faculty and administration are outstanding & provide great detailed feedback (where my son excels & what he needs to work on). The music, drama & athletics programs are also fantastic, my son played in the jazz band & orchestra, played 3 sports & will participate in the school play next year. Matt Glendinning the Head of School at MB is a fantastic leader, a real bright guy who & is transforming the school & building a strong foundation for the future. Jared Schott, Head of the Middle school is also an outstanding leader & so great with the kids. It really comes down to fit, & so far MB has been great for our son.
Submitted by other on June 26, 2014

I graduated from MB nearly 2 decades ago. My time at the school was unremarkable and average at best. I have to agree with another poster below who had graduated over 20 years ago in terms of there being varying categories of students and how those categories of students were treated, encouraged and even taught by the teachers. I can recall many instances where there were certain students who could do no wrong and always were winning awards and goaded onto stardom. There were other students who were treated like pariahs and were never encouraged to do anything except to be average. In my opinion there appeared to be favoritism for certain students that was rampant from the teachers to the administration. There also seemed to be some teachers who practiced the favorite student religion more than others. It seems like the majority of those teachers have either retired or moved on from the days when I was a student. I am not denying that the education I received was superior. For someone who was average I went to college and really excelled and went on to become a leader in my field with 2 doctoral degrees. I can't deny that MB helped me a lot in this regards.
Submitted by parent on May 30, 2014

Moses Brown The teachers and academia are superb, my child is in middle school and thriving, he's not an athletic child but chose to push out of his comfort zone with the support of his teacher and coaches and played sports every season and well as advancing his musical talent. The arts are a big influence on Moses Brown and I am excited to see what the new performing arts center will bring. In my humble opinion, there is no better school than Moses Brown and I will always be grateful that my son has had the opportunity to attend.
Submitted by parent on May 23, 2014

If a strong academic curriculum is important to you, then I would not send my child to Moses Brown's Lower School Division. My kid learned more at home than he did at Moses Brown and I feel like we wasted our money. High school might be a different story, but we'll never know. There were some really nice people at the school, but I also came across a lot of unprofessional, rude, arrogant, conservative, elitist snobs. The negative posts by former students confirm my experience.
Submitted by parent on April 23, 2014

We have 2 children hat have attended MB for the last 4 years. We cannot say enough about the world class teachers, thoughtful curriculum and forward thinking administration. We are proud to send our children to MB.
Submitted by parent on February 13, 2014

As a current parent, I am grateful to be sending my boys to Moses Brown each day. They come home happy, having been challenged, inspired and cared for in their respective classrooms by both teachers and peers alike. With the school's high priority on acceptance and inclusivity, there is room for each child to explore, test and discover themselves. And when the kids trip and fall, the faculty and staff -- employing Quaker testimonies and CARES values and embracing teachable moments as they arise -- are there to pick them up, dust them off, and send them back in for more.
Submitted by other on February 09, 2014

I graduated from Moses Brown a few years ago and can't say enough positive things. Moses Brown prepared me with all the necessary tools to excel in college and now in the corporate world. Many of the exact things my teachers at MB taught me, I use on a daily basis today. Each teacher cared about me not only as a student but also a person. My only disappointment is that I am no longer a student at MB and can t partake in the incredible vision and direction the school is headed. I will be sending my kids to Moses Brown as well!
Submitted by parent on February 08, 2014

As an alumnus and now a parent of two children in the lower school, I found the negative posts (most from many years ago) disheartening. In essence, MB is not an "athletic school", nor is it an "artsy school", nor is it a purely a rigorous "academic school". Moses Brown is a community of children, parents, staff and alumni who regularly strive to get the most out of your child through an experimental learning and expert teaching model. They help each and every child find their inner self and help that child mature into what excites them. For one child, it may be foreign languages, for another technology, for some it is athletics, and others it is music or drama. To label Moses Brown into one particular category is a mistake and does not reflect the well rounded experience available to your child.Yes, Moses Brown IS athletic, it IS arts, it IS academics and it IS Quaker. It is also many, many other things, which makes the close community you become part of so special when you are a student, a parent or an Alumnus. We as parents have had nothing but a positive experience to reflect on, and are looking forward to continuing to watch our children find their inner self.
Submitted by parent on February 06, 2014

I am proud to send my children to Moses Brown School where they have attended since Nursery. Each grade has expanded both their intellectual and emotional development in a warm caring environment- the teachers there genuinely care for each child and are exceptional at their work! Parents are partners in the process that creates curious, engaged, joyful learners.
Submitted by other on February 06, 2014

As a not so recent past MB alum who has recently become active within the MB community I have to share how thoroughly impressed I am with the overall quality of the school, community and the vision for the future. From the school leadership to the tremendous faculty, students and staff, and a very engaged and supporting parent group, MB is on the leading edge of education on many fronts. I look forward to seeing what the future brings for this impressive institution.
Submitted by parent on February 05, 2014

We have 4 daughters and have attended 7 independent schools all over the country. Moses Brown is an excellent school for all our girls. It is large enough that each daughter is able to find her place academically, socially, spiritually, athletically and is able to develop a healthy sense of self. MB is unique in that the Quaker values provide a calming, quiet powerful start to their day and help to build a partnership with their teachers. Our world is changing fast and we feel that Moses Brown is focused on the world that our girls will thrive in bc of their experiences and problem solving skills. No school is perfect but from our experience we feel that MB partners with us as parents to help mentor our kids to be the best they can be, to help make the world around them a better place and to feel Confident in their abilities. It is a challenging school but large enough to accommodate different learning styles. When there are tough issues that arise the faculty addresses them immediately. Our family is active at the school because we believe in the MB mission and feel blessed to be a part of the welcoming community.
Submitted by parent on February 05, 2014

My sons have been at Moses Brown since my oldest was in Kindergarten. He is now in 7th grade and my youngest is in 2nd. I feel that my children are receiving not only a world-class academic education but as well a day-to-day immersive experience in how to be ethical, cooperative, and creative problem solvers in an increasingly global, interconnected world which will face increasingly complex challenges. My boys are also - more essentially perhaps - being raised in a community that explicitly values kindness, inclusivity, and diversity. One of my sons is a typical "boy" - loves sports, trucks, engineering. The other is an artist, loves birds, loves to read. And they are both valued - not only by their teachers but by their peers - as the unique beings that they are. Moses Brown - is to my mind - more than a private school - it is a unique community that lives its Quaker values on a day-to-day basis. In the words of my 8-year-old, "It's the best school ever."
Submitted by parent on February 05, 2014

I am an MB grad and a parent of two current students. The teachers are excellent. The campus is well situated in the middle of Providence and there is a real sense of community. You often see kids from all three divisions collaborating and working together. My kids come home happy every day and look forward to going to school the next day.
Submitted by other on November 20, 2013

great this is a great school and great kids quaker nation this is a great area to the school