About Balsam
Rooted in Community, Connected to Nature and Challenging Convention
Meet Balsam
Rooted in community, connected to nature, and challenging convention, The Balsam School is built on the belief that education thrives when it reflects the real world. We cultivate meaningful relationships, embrace the natural environment as a classroom, and design learning experiences that defy traditional boundaries.
Welcome from the Head of Schools
Our Founder and Head of Schools holds steadfast to the original dream and vision that launched our truly unique and bespoke learning model.
Our Campus
Being an urban school is fundamental to the Balsam experience. Integration into, and utilization of, our downtown is foundational to how we learn.
Vision, Mission, Values
The Balsam School nurtures and challenges students through a broad, experiential and inquiry-based educational program, where nature and community are integral and integrated learning spaces, to become people who lead fulfilling lives and act to create positive change locally and globally.
Our Story
Our story begins in the deeply held belief that childhood and schooling are intimately intertwined, and that the ongoing and successful development of healthy people is rooted in a complimentary and collaborative home and school experience.
Faculty & Staff
Get to know the people dedicated to teaching and supporting our students. Browse our faculty & staff directory and learn more about our team.
Careers
Take your teaching to places you’ve only dreamed about. Join our team of intensely professional staff to grow and extend your impact beyond the classroom.