From our friends at Catlin Gabel:

Catlin Gabel is Oregon’s top independent school, where curiosity is rewarded, courage is cultivated, and students take the lead. Whether you’re a scholar, athlete, artist, scientist, or all of the above, you’ll find a place in the Catlin Gabel community.

From preschool through 12th grade, and beyond, an excellent education matters. How high will you soar?

Discover Catlin Gabel

  • 787 students
  • Preschool – Grade 12
  • Mission: Catlin Gabel fosters compassionate and curious citizens of the world by inspiring in every student a love of learning and the courage to take responsible action.
  • Campus:
     o  67-acres
      o Located 5 miles west of downtown in SW Portland
      o Forests, gardens, orchard, athletic facilities, low-ropes Challenge Course, classrooms, labs, studios, and theater.

Register for an Open House event this October

Visit Catlin Gabel’s campus, check out classroom spaces, meet teachers, and hear directly from school leadership about academic programs and extracurricular offerings. Register online today at catlin.edu/openhouse.

  • Beginning & Lower School: October 23, 4:30-7 pm
  • Middle School: October 29, 4:30-7:30 pm
  • Upper School: October 26, 1-4 pm

Educational Excellence

Progressive education is an approach to learning that develops in students the confidence, compassion, and critical thinking to lead courageously.

  • Students learn by doing. Instead of just reading about science, history, or the arts, students conduct hands-on experiments, tackle real-world issues, and engage with the greater community.
  • Questions drive learning. Students ask big, meaningful questions, while exploring, researching, and experimenting.
  • Teachers inspire. They get to know each student in small classes. Curriculum is thoughtful, engaging, and innovative.

Learning Beyond the Classroom

Catlin Gabel creates courageous, respectful citizens of the world through extraordinary experiences both in and beyond campus.

  • Education serves a purpose. Students collaborate on big issues, learn in outdoor spaces, and develop problem-solving skills for a changing world.
  • Co-curriculars enhance learning. Athletics, global travel, leadership opportunities, community service, arts, and engineering programs help students discover their passions and purpose.

Student Outcomes

Scholars, athletes, activists, artists, and scientists of all backgrounds find belonging in the Catlin Gabel community, and success after graduation.

  •  Eagles find a place to land. College counselors provide personalized support to help students navigate the college process. 99% of graduates attend 4-year colleges, and 97% are satisfied with their post-grad plans.
  • Catlin Gabel inspires lifelong learning. Alumni are athletes, professors, activists and politicians, artists and musicians, teachers, lawyers, doctors, and scientists.

Sign up for an informational event, Open House, or campus tour at catlin.edu/admission.