The Real Guide to Greenwich Private Schools: 2026 Edition

<h2>More Than Just Rankings</h2><p>If you are moving to Greenwich, the school conversation starts immediately. And while the public schools are excellent, the private school ecosystem here is world-class. But looking at websites doesn't tell you the culture.</p><h3>Brunswick & Greenwich Academy</h3><p>The titans. Brunswick (boys) and GA (girls) are loosely affiliated but separate. They offer rigorous academics and massive campuses. <strong>The Vibe:</strong> Competitive, spirited, and deeply connected. If you want your child to have a network for life, this is it.</p><h3>Greenwich Country Day School (GCDS)</h3><p>The "Tiger Pride" is real. Co-ed and now N-12, GCDS is known for a slightly warmer, more "whole child" approach while still being academically intense. <strong>The Vibe:</strong> Community-focused, slightly more progressive than the single-sex schools, with incredible facilities.</p><h3>Whitby School</h3><p>The Montessori / IB hybrid. If you want your child to learn <em>how</em> to learn rather than just memorizing facts for a test, look here. <strong>The Vibe:</strong> International, thoughtful, and distinct from the "prep school" mold.</p><h2>The "Feeder" Myth</h2><p>Don't pick a school just because you think it gets your kid into Harvard. Pick the environment where your child will actually be happy. An unhappy kid won't thrive anywhere.</p>