Antilles School opened its doors Monday to 442 students, including 66 newcomers, marking the official start of the 2025–2026 academic year — the school’s 75th.
From early learners to the Class of 2026, students and families arrived on campus to a sense of fresh energy and new beginnings. Head of School Shannon Harris said the excitement extends beyond the first-day buzz, reflecting months of preparation and investment in creating learning environments designed to inspire.
“We’ve been preparing not just for a new year, but for the kind of learning experience that makes children feel seen, supported, and inspired,” Harris said. “Our colleagues are ready to meet students where they are and help them stretch toward who they’re becoming—that’s what makes Antilles such a remarkable place to learn and grow.”
Over the summer, the school undertook a campus-wide refresh, bringing in nine trailers of new flexible classroom furniture, renovating restrooms, upgrading essential infrastructure, and integrating new technology to support teaching and learning. The updates were visible as students settled into classrooms arranged with soft seating for conversation, mobile tables and standing desks designed to adapt with each lesson, and tools placed within reach to encourage exploration, according to a school release.
This fall also begins a year of reflection and celebration as Antilles marks 75 years of education rooted in excellence, diversity, and community. School leaders said students, families, faculty, and alumni will be engaged in recognizing the milestone and envisioning the years ahead.
