How Boys Learn Best

Every aspect of a Landon education places boys at the center.

One look at the activity on campus illustrates our top priority: to create an experience that spurs growth for boys in all areas.

Our teachers introduce academic challenge in ways that harness boys’ natural energy and curiosity as an asset to their learning. From a schedule that encourages movement and offers breathing room to enhance cognitive development to 75 acres of green fields, studios, labs, and fresh air, the difference is palpable—and represents exactly what boys need to thrive.

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The pillars of our Best for Boys approach

Active Learning

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Movement Breaks

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Rotating Schedule

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Here's how Landon is designed for boys across each of our academic divisions.

Lower School

Building a foundation for learning

We engage boys in projects and experiences that excite them about their learning, planting a positive perspective on education. Backed by the latest research, we approach every course, activity, and program through the lens of delivering what’s best for boys at this age.

Middle School

Equipping boys with skills for Upper School success

The Middle School integrates active learning, a rotating schedule, and movement breaks to engage boys in learning and practice the time management skills they will need for their years in the Upper School.

Upper School

Preparing boys for college and beyond

Upper School boys learn agency and accountability as they are entrusted with managing their daily schedules. This responsibility helps them develop the time management they will need in the freedom of college environments.