Nichols School
Nichols School is a private, co-educational, college-preparatory day school located in Buffalo, New York. It serves students in grades 5 to 12 and was established in 1892 by William Nichols. The school has a rich history of academic excellence and innovation. Its mission is to prepare students for success in the 21st-century global community by providing challenging academic programs, opportunities for athletics, art and cultural exchanges, and experiences in leadership and service.
Nichols School is accredited by the New York State Association of Independent Schools and is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools. The student body at Nichols School is diverse and talented, with 570 students coming from different parts of Western New York, Southern Ontario, and other countries. The average class size is 14 students, and the student-teacher ratio is 8:1.
The faculty members at Nichols School are highly qualified and dedicated, with 10% holding doctoral degrees and 75% holding master's degrees. They also serve as student advisers, club advisers, and mentors. The school offers a rigorous curriculum that includes Advanced Placement and honors courses, as well as electives in various subjects. Nichols School emphasizes interdisciplinary learning, experiential education, and global citizenship.
Graduates from Nichols School often go on to attend prestigious colleges and universities around the world. The school is situated on a 30-acre campus in North Buffalo, conveniently located near the Albright-Knox Art Gallery. The campus consists of seven buildings connected by tree-lined sidewalks and an indoor passageway. It features modern facilities, including the recently constructed Center '63, a building dedicated to mathematics and science.
Other facilities on the campus include gyms, squash courts, a dance studio, a music room, a theater, a library, and a dining hall. Nichols School provides a vibrant extracurricular program with over 40 clubs and organizations, four academic teams, more than 35 service opportunities, and over 55 athletic teams. It is a school that embraces challenges, encourages self-discovery, and inspires excellence.
- Address: 1250 Amherst St, Buffalo, NY, United States, New Yor
- Phone: +1 716-332-6300
- Mail: N/A
- Curriculum: American
- Grades: Grade 5-12
- Website: https://www.nicholsschool.org/
- Gender: Mixed (Co-education)
