Where curiosity becomes capability
Westfield Academy has been preparing exceptional young minds for the world's most demanding challenges since 1897. Rigorous academics, global perspective, and a community that believes education is the most powerful force for good.
Academic pillars
STEM Excellence
State-of-the-art laboratories, partnerships with leading research universities, and a curriculum that challenges students to solve real-world problems. Our graduates lead in engineering, medicine, and technology.
Liberal Arts
Critical thinking, eloquent communication, and a deep understanding of the human experience. Our humanities program produces thinkers who can navigate complexity with clarity and empathy.
Global Exchange
Semester programs in twelve countries, a campus community representing forty nationalities, and a curriculum designed to develop citizens of the world. Perspective is our greatest teaching tool.
Distinguished faculty
Dr. Eleanor Whitfield
Head of School
A Rhodes Scholar and former dean at Stanford, Dr. Whitfield has led Westfield for eight years with a vision centered on academic rigor, inclusive excellence, and preparing students for an uncertain world.
Professor Ian McAllister
Chair, Department of Sciences
Published researcher in molecular biology with over ninety peer-reviewed papers. Professor McAllister's advanced research seminar has sent more students to Ivy League doctoral programs than any comparable course in the country.
Dr. Amara Osei
Director of Global Studies
Former diplomat and author of three books on international education. Dr. Osei designed Westfield's exchange program and personally mentors students pursuing careers in public service and diplomacy.
Professor Sarah Kim
Chair, Department of Humanities
Award-winning author and literary scholar. Professor Kim's philosophy seminar is legendary among students — she teaches that the best ideas emerge when you are brave enough to question everything.