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Moses Brown is a Quaker school. Quakerism holds that there is an Inner Light in each of us. This belief yields a deep commitment to equality and community, and people of all faiths find resonance in the core human values at the center of Friends (Quaker) education and practice.
Quaker Education
At Moses Brown, we create an academic culture of deep reflection, expansive curiosity, and spirited inquiry by applying Quaker values every day.
Learning in Community
Learning at Moses Brown is a shared enterprise. We ask and listen respectfully, grant grace in the process of learning, and delight in the growth of others.
Ambition for Greater Good
Every day, our students become people who are ambitious not only for themselves, but also for their neighbors and those they have yet to meet.
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“I have been taught to be creative, think critically, and forge opinions based on my personal beliefs while being mindful of the world around me.”
“What we’ve been taught here at Moses Brown has prepared us to extend our goodness far beyond Lloyd Avenue."
“What we’ve learned, what we’ve been taught here at Moses Brown has prepared us to extend our goodness far beyond Lloyd Avenue."
"My advisor was a great mentor... she cared about me getting what I wanted out of school. She helped me choose the right classes and really had an impact on my MB experience."
"My advisor was a great mentor... she cared about me getting what I wanted out of school. She helped me choose the right classes and really had an impact on my MB experience."
"It’s important to listen to the needs of your community. If you listen and ask questions, people tell you what they need. And then you build that, and do it in service."
It’s important to listen to the needs of your community. If you listen and ask questions, people tell you what they need. And then you build that, and do it in service.
Visiting MB
We invite you to visit our campus and learn how Moses Brown School's academic challenge and Quaker values might be a good fit for your family.
Our Fall Open House will be held on October 19.
News From Our Community
Class of 2021 alumna Madison Arrighi’s research as a human biology major at Marist College led to a unique scientific discovery of a bacteriophage she named in honor of her MB biology teacher, Mr. Aaronian. “Bacteriophages are the most abundant and diverse biological entities in the world,” explains Madison. “Their importance is growing rapidly in the medical field as a potential alternative to antibiotics for multi-drug resistant bacteria.” The discovery is also contributing to research that may have applications in selective bioremediation. "My ninth grade biology experience at MB was just amazing,” says Madison. “It really fostered my love for science."
- Alumni
Moses Brown School has announced that Associate Head of School Ron Dalgliesh will conclude 17 years of service to the school later this fall to take on the role of Chief Development & Global Sales Officer at Edesia Nutrition.
Congratulations to the five Moses Brown School seniors who have been selected as semifinalists for the 2025 National Merit Scholarship Program.
Since 1784
For nearly 240 years, Moses Brown School has had a proven tradition of academic excellence and a dedication to fostering character and confidence in young people. A Moses Brown education is one that is time-tested, fully immersive, and ever more relevant to today’s world.
Accessible From All Directions
Students come from 35 towns in Massachusetts and 42 towns in Rhode Island.
Getting To Campus
Many students arrive by local and regional bus transportation or in carpools, others drive or walk to campus.
Our 33-Acre Campus
Situated on the East Side of Providence, RI - it all happens right here!
Middle House
MB’s original building is where Moses met with students and faculty. Today, it’s where the Head of School leads MB and Admissions welcomes visitors.
Woodman Center
Home to multi-purpose Glendinning Hall and MB’s performing arts, the center includes a lobby cafe, gallery space, and seating for studying or relaxing with friends
Walter Jones Library
Beyond its volumes and databases, the library contains classrooms, quiet study rooms, reading pods, and spaces for teaching, research, and presentation.
Friends Meeting House
Home of Providence Friends Meeting, lower and middle school students gather here for weekly Meeting for Worship, following Quaker traditions.
Lower School
The place where we educate our youngest students includes not only classrooms but also dedicated spaces for music and science as well as its own library.
Hoffman House
The home base for middle school includes classrooms, science labs, gathering spaces for collaborative learning, and faculty meeting rooms.
Friends Hall
The hub of the upper school contains classrooms, quiet study space, faculty and staff offices, grab-and-go dining, and a front deck for social gathering.
What’s Next
We look forward to helping you explore enrollment at Moses Brown School. Take the next steps in your school search and application journey.