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Distinctly Dexter Southfield
By the Numbers
Get a glimpse at the people, places, and programs that make Dexter Southfield exceptional.
36 acres
Home to best-in-class facilities in Boston
One Campus
Serving more than 1,100 students in PreK through Class 12
Dexter Southfield’s facilities combine innovative spaces and state-of-the-art technology to support academics, athletics, and the arts on a picturesque campus.
91%
of Upper School faculty hold an advanced degree
Talented Teachers
Make anything possible
Dexter Southfield teachers are true experts who employ educational best practices and innovative learning techniques. They are enthusiastic role models who mentor, support, and build meaningful relationships with students. Above all, our teachers are committed to providing individualized support and encouraging each student to pursue personal best.
100%
Students in Class 9 working with a College Counselor
College Counseling
Preparing for life after Dexter
Our College Counseling Office works with every student in the Upper School and offers personalized support to prepare students for success in college and beyond.
31%
5-year average of graduates recruited to play at the collegiate level
Athletics at Dexter Southfield
Character and competition are key elements of the Dexter Southfield experience.
Movement and play are essential to life in the Lower School. Middle School programs introduce interscholastic competition and focus on skill development and well-rounded proficiency. Upper School teams compete at the highest levels against top local and national teams. Our student-athletes learn respect for their opponents and teammates, their coaches and officials, and most of all, themselves.
40+
concerts, exhibits, productions, and performances each year
Visual & Performing Arts
Creative opportunities for every student
Dexter Southfield's arts program inspires students to explore their interests and to grow into expressive communicators. Students have endless opportunities to create, perform, and appreciate art at every level.
60+
Middle School & Upper School Clubs
Student Clubs
Pursuing passions in community
Through clubs, student explore their interests outside of the classroom, connect with peers, and develop valuable skills. From arts and STEM to service and leadership opportunities, clubs are a meaningful piece of the student experience.
9
Teaching Fellows training on campus
Teacher Training
Empowering teachers to succeed
New teachers become outstanding educators under the mentorship of our exceptional faculty.
Our Community
Discover the value of a Dexter Southfield education from members of our community as they share their unique perspectives.
Ms. Urencio
Lower School Spanish
Eloise ’32
Lower School Student
Hardy ’25
William ’30
Current Student
Mr. Newton
Library Resource Specialist
Beckett ’23
Alumnus
Libby ’26
Current Student
John P. Booth, Jr.
Head of Upper School
Claire ’29
Middle School Student
Kiernan ’25
Admissions Ambassador & Student-Athlete
Ms. Scherzer
Middle School Art
@dextersouthfield
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News from the Hill
Learn more about recent events at Dexter Southfield.
![Coach Tammy Millsaps is named Girls' Varsity Basketball Head Coach]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746715018/dextersouthfieldorg/uprvd7gpyjkbpmum5mzq/Millsaps1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1746715018/dextersouthfieldorg/uprvd7gpyjkbpmum5mzq/Millsaps1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1746715018/dextersouthfieldorg/uprvd7gpyjkbpmum5mzq/Millsaps1.jpg","width":800}])
Dexter Southfield is proud to welcome Tammy Millsaps as the new Head Coach of the Girls’ Varsity Basketball program
![Speaker and Award-Winning Activist Ashley Bendiksen visits the Upper School]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1745424174/dextersouthfieldorg/kectrl6n6ow8rh0zi8vp/Bendiksen.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1745424174/dextersouthfieldorg/kectrl6n6ow8rh0zi8vp/Bendiksen.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1745424174/dextersouthfieldorg/kectrl6n6ow8rh0zi8vp/Bendiksen.png","width":800}])
The School Counseling Office and the Upper School welcomed Ashley Bendiksen to discuss healthy relationships and share her experiences.
![Upper School SISAL Awards]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746819432/dextersouthfieldorg/ceebizotj4kw5mes7nky/SISALAwards.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1746819432/dextersouthfieldorg/ceebizotj4kw5mes7nky/SISALAwards.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1746819432/dextersouthfieldorg/ceebizotj4kw5mes7nky/SISALAwards.jpg","width":800}])
Congratulations to Upper School students who received recognition from the 2025 Small Independent School Arts League.
![Will Vincent ’20]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1745421045/dextersouthfieldorg/cca5qe5bt13ye37u1mg3/Vincent.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1745421045/dextersouthfieldorg/cca5qe5bt13ye37u1mg3/Vincent.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1745421045/dextersouthfieldorg/cca5qe5bt13ye37u1mg3/Vincent.png","width":800}])
Will Vincent ’20 shared his passion for building electric guitars with Middle School students.
![Diksha Thach ’17]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1745420842/dextersouthfieldorg/nyjl6wgjfxz0tt7bav7k/Thach.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1745420842/dextersouthfieldorg/nyjl6wgjfxz0tt7bav7k/Thach.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1745420842/dextersouthfieldorg/nyjl6wgjfxz0tt7bav7k/Thach.png","width":800}])
Diksha Thach ’17, co-founder of GiveCard, credits Dexter Southfield for instilling strong values that have supported her entrepreneurial journey.
![Winter All-NEPSAC Recognitions]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746718150/dextersouthfieldorg/yrrbkf1kogsmg1qi3afp/WinterNESPAC1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1746718150/dextersouthfieldorg/yrrbkf1kogsmg1qi3afp/WinterNESPAC1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1746718150/dextersouthfieldorg/yrrbkf1kogsmg1qi3afp/WinterNESPAC1.jpg","width":800}])
Congratulations to our winter athletes who earned All-NEPSAC recognitions!
![Matt Brown ’85]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1745420715/dextersouthfieldorg/k9llvkxdrpd1dxabhs24/Brown.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1745420715/dextersouthfieldorg/k9llvkxdrpd1dxabhs24/Brown.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1745420715/dextersouthfieldorg/k9llvkxdrpd1dxabhs24/Brown.png","width":800}])
Filmmaker and screenwriter Matt Brown ’85 spoke with Ms. Martin’s Upper School British Imperialism class about his movie, The Man Who Knew Infinity.
![C-SPAN StudentCam Competition 2025]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1743189452/dextersouthfieldorg/dhpv4ra3l5q6x7khlavk/C-SPAN.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1743189452/dextersouthfieldorg/dhpv4ra3l5q6x7khlavk/C-SPAN.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1743189452/dextersouthfieldorg/dhpv4ra3l5q6x7khlavk/C-SPAN.jpg","width":800}])
Two groups from Ms. Cornelius’ class are recognized in the C-SPAN StudentCam Competition for their investigative documentaries.
![Upper School Global Studies Trip to Central Europe]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747162608/dextersouthfieldorg/fu6edpd76ayaixb6jgac/EuropeTrip.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1747162608/dextersouthfieldorg/fu6edpd76ayaixb6jgac/EuropeTrip.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1747162608/dextersouthfieldorg/fu6edpd76ayaixb6jgac/EuropeTrip.jpg","width":800}])
While overseas, Upper School students and faculty traveled to the French Riviera to the Swiss Alps.
![Class 8 Washington, D.C., Field Trip]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747233593/dextersouthfieldorg/tbkzzniz6fphlvgj1vvv/DCTrip.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1747233593/dextersouthfieldorg/tbkzzniz6fphlvgj1vvv/DCTrip.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1747233593/dextersouthfieldorg/tbkzzniz6fphlvgj1vvv/DCTrip.jpg","width":800}])
Class 8 traveled to Washington, D.C., where the government and economics curriculum were brought to life.