Baldwin School
The Baldwin School is a private, all-girls, college preparatory day school located in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania, on Philadelphia's Main Line. Founded in 1888, it is one of the premier girls' schools in the Philadelphia region.
History
[edit | edit source]The school was founded in 1888 in Bryn Mawr by Florence Baldwin as a college preparatory school for young women. The school was designed to prepare girls for admission to Bryn Mawr College and other leading women's colleges.[1]
The Baldwin School was among the first schools to prepare women for rigorous college study, reflecting the late 19th century movement for women's higher education.
Campus
[edit | edit source]The Bryn Mawr campus includes:
- Historic Montgomery Hall
- Modern academic facilities
- Athletic complex
- Arts center
- Lower, Middle, and Upper School buildings
- 27-acre campus
Academics
[edit | edit source]Baldwin offers:
- College preparatory curriculum
- Advanced Placement courses
- STEM programs
- Arts and humanities
- Global studies and languages
The school emphasizes developing academically confident young women prepared for college and leadership.
Athletics
[edit | edit source]The school fields teams in:
- Field hockey
- Lacrosse
- Tennis
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Basketball
Baldwin competes in the Inter-Academic League against other independent schools.
Notable Alumnae
[edit | edit source]- Katharine Hepburn (attended for a year)
- Various leaders in business, academia, arts, and public service
See Also
[edit | edit source]References
[edit | edit source]- ↑ "School History". The Baldwin School. Retrieved December 2025