Located in Stamford, Connecticut, King School is a leading co-educational, PK-12 independent day school defined by intellectual curiosity, purposeful community, and a deep commitment to preparing students for a rapidly evolving world. King’s inquiry-based approach to teaching and learning fosters courageous thinking, authentic engagement, and meaningful exploration at every division. With the current Head of School’s retirement, the Board of Trustees seeks a seasoned and visionary leader to begin July 1, 2027, who will steward and strengthen King’s position as one of the premier independent schools in the Fairfield–Westchester region. The next Head of School will honor the school’s culture of warmth and personal connection while amplifying its distinctive strengths, reinforcing institutional sustainability, and inspiring the community toward continued excellence. Educational Directions is supporting King School with this retained search. Learn more and read application expectations in the position profile here. Please direct all inquiries, applications, and nominations in confidence to Nicole McDermott, Highley Thompson, and Garet Libbey.  

About King School

King is an independent, college preparatory day school serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12. We are a diverse, vibrant learning community dedicated to educational excellence and the fullest academic and personal achievement of our students.

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