Why would you send a sixth-grade boy to boarding school? Shouldn't a ninth-grade student start high school? What is a junior boarding school? Make an appointment to visit us today and learn why Eaglebrook, a boarding and day school for boys in middle school, might be the right place for your son.
Eaglebrook School was founded in 1922 by Howard Gibbs as a private boarding and day school for boys in middle school. Learn about our school in Deerfield, Massachusetts then and now, and read about the Core Skills we think every boy should know.
At Eaglebrook, we recognize that all students learn in different ways, vary in their innate abilities, and come from a variety of educational backgrounds. Classes at Eaglebrook are organized to meet the needs of each boy.
Eaglebrook is a close community of middle school students, teachers, and their families. Activities outside of the academic classroom are important to the intellectual, social, physical, and emotional development of boys in middle school. Learn about the programs we offer at Eaglebrook, from athletics to arts.
At Eaglebrook, boys learn more than they ever thought possible, discover inner resources, develop self-confidence, and have fun along the way. Delivering on our mission is only possible through the incredible generosity of alumni, parents, parents of alumni, and friends.”
Musician Brian Chartrand '91 Performs at Eaglebrook
Singer and musician Brian Chartrand ’91 came back to Eaglebrook in late September to perform for a Hilly Chase Speaker Series. Brian was a day student from South Hadley when he attended Eaglebrook but lives now in Arizona. He was back on the east coast to play some shows as a part of his Live from Laurel Canyon project, which celebrates the singer-songwriters who lived in Laurel Canyon, California during the 1960s and 70s.
Brian spent the evening playing music with two of his band mates and answering questions from the students, who asked about his time at Eaglebrook and about his music career. Brian said that he was always interested in music and that at Eaglebrook, “there is a great music program, and I had a ton of fun. I remember singing with the Ad Libs at Shea Stadium, which was a highlight for me.” Watch a clip of Brian and his band play an original song called “Love Song” here. Towards the end of the evening, Brian told the crowd, “This is such a magical place, and I cannot tell you that enough. Being back here is really special. You guys have it pretty good, I hope you realize that.” See photos of the night here. We appreciated Brian taking the time to come back to Eaglebrook and share his musical world with us.