SUPPORTING
THE WHOLE STUDENT
At Ashley Hall, student wellness is an essential part of the experience—because girls thrive when they feel supported, balanced, and known. Our comprehensive approach nurtures emotional, social, and physical well-being through strong relationships, intentional programming, and a culture of care.
From mindfulness and movement to counseling and community connection, students build the self-awareness and healthy habits they need to succeed in school and in life. Dedicated time within the academic day ensures space for reflection, conversation, and connection—so every student has the support she needs to navigate challenges with confidence.
For families, this means knowing that your daughter is not only achieving academically but also growing into a resilient, grounded, and self-assured young woman.
Wellness at Every Stage:
| Lower School (Kindergarten–Grade 4) |
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Our specialized wellness program features classes designed to build character through the creative use of the IB Learner Profile and support the top three social and emotional needs of girls in this developmental stage:
A full-time counselor serves on the Lower School faculty and offers individualilzed attention to the social and emotional needs of each student. Partnering with families as much as possible is a very important tenet of our program. Our girls are best supported when we work together as a team. |
| MIDDLE SCHOOL (Grades 5–8) |
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Because of the transformative nature of early adolescence, the Middle School purposely addresses each girl's well-being as a whole. Weekly wellness classes are taught by our full-time counselor who offers individualized attention to our students' social and emotional needs inside and outside the classroom. The curriculum is designed so that girls get a higher level of age-appropriate instruction each year on the following topics:
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| UPPER SCHOOL (Grades 9–12) |
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In the Upper School, wellness is a priority—especially during a time when students are navigating identity, relationships, and increasing academic pressure. Through a required wellness course, students explore their values, reflect on who they are becoming, and build essential life skills, including:
With a dedicated team of counselors on campus, students have consistent, accessible support as they face the challenges of adolescence and the college process. For families, this means knowing your daughter is guided, supported, and equipped to care for her mental health while growing into a confident, self-aware young woman. |
Building a Culture of Belonging
At Ashley Hall, we are committed to fostering an inclusive school community where every student and family feels a true sense of belonging. As a leading independent girls’ school, we value the unique perspectives, talents, and experiences each member brings, knowing they strengthen our shared pursuit of academic excellence and integrity. By cultivating a culture grounded in inclusivity, respect, trust, and engagement, Ashley Hall ensures that every voice is heard and every individual is empowered to thrive..
We invite you to read our full Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging statement to learn more about how these values shape the Ashley Hall community.
| read our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Statement |
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For over a century, Ashley Hall has lived into its mission: to produce educated girls and young women who are independent, ethically responsible, and prepared to meet the challenges of their world with confidence.We celebrate that our community is built on the strengths and talents of every student, teacher, parent, alumna, and staff member, and that each individual in the Ashley Hall community has a unique and valuable contribution to our collective pursuit of integrity and academic excellence. We believe that our differences contribute to a more purposeful campus discourse that honors and includes many perspectives and that an authentic sense of belonging depends on building a culture of agency, trust, and respect. Furthermore, we assert that diversity that is inclusive and woven into the fabric of our School is essential to achieving educational and academic excellence. Thus, we strive to cultivate a community that values and embodies inclusivity, equity, respect, belonging, and engagement. For over a century, Ashley Hall has lived into its mission: to produce educated girls and young women who are independent, ethically responsible, and prepared to meet the challenges of their world with confidence. As we guide our students toward a complex and challenging 21st-century world, we hold it as an imperative that our community must embrace cross-cultural competencies in order that we may use our diversity as a strength in guiding us toward a shared set of values, skills, and behaviors. We acknowledge that the effort towards greater diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging demands more than a commitment to avoid practices centered in racism and holds as imperative that we actively work to dismantle systemic racism and confront bias and inequalities. We collectively commit ourselves to active learning and listening, ongoing professional development for faculty and staff, and the emphasis on student experiences, which foster connections and deep reflection as a means of cultivating respect and equity in our community. We assert the need to dedicate resources and intentional spaces to encourage a more diverse and culturally rich community. We acknowledge that our efforts are a work in progress, and as dedicated life-long learners, we pledge our time, talent, and resources to engaging deeply and sincerely in the pursuit of equity, engagement, and respect. |
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