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Lower School

Energy. Curiosity. Wonder.

LIFE BEGUN



We believe every boy in our charge must be known, cared for, loved, and provided with every opportunity to fulfill his potential. We encourage Lower School boys to develop positive attitudes about themselves and others.

Helping boys learn how to learn is our core objective. Small class sizes and two full-time teachers per room ensure exceptional support. Core subjects—enriched by physical education, art, music, Spanish, and more—create well-rounded learners through an interdisciplinary approach.

An essential element of the Lower School experience is the Brunswick Trust, which guides character development across grades. Grounded in the school motto—Courage, Honor, Truth—lessons and social-emotional learning help boys develop respect, responsibility, kindness, humility, grit, and adaptability.

Academics

Boys build strong foundations in core subjects while developing curiosity, confidence, and a love of learning through hands-on exploration.

Arts

In the visual and performing arts, boys build skills, take creative risks, and find joy in expressing themselves.

Student Life

Boys explore interests, build friendships, and learn the value of responsibility and teamwork through offerings such as the Big Brother Program, Student Council, and the Singing Bruins—and after-school activities including Chess, Karate, LEGO Robotics, and Woodworking.

216

Boys

Enrolled in Lower School for the 2025-2026 academic year

104-Acre

Campus

Providing a spacious, safe environment for Lower School students

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Clubs Offered

Encouraging exploration and skill-building

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Seniors Honored as Burdett Reflects on Friendship and Connection
Seniors Honored as Burdett Reflects on Friendship and Connection

Assistant Head of School Doug Burdett, who is retiring this spring after 36 years at Brunswick, served as the keynote speaker at Senior Awards, addressing Upper School students, faculty, parents, and guests with a heartfelt and humorous reflection on friendship, memory, and the importance of genuine human connection.

Two Seniors Earn National Merit Scholarships
Two Seniors Earn National Merit Scholarships

Two Brunswick seniors, Pierce Crosby and Max Lanson, have been named recipients of National Merit Scholarships as part of the 2026 National Merit Scholarship Competition.

Math Team Triumphs at New England Competition
Math Team Triumphs at New England Competition

Brunswick’s Upper School math team delivered an outstanding performance at the New England competition held at Canton High School, placing first among small schools in a field of 35 public and private schools from across the region.​​​​​​​