The Power of a Girls' School
At Mayfield Senior School, we are committed to providing a nurturing and empowering space where girls can thrive.
At Mayfield Senior School, girls are at the forefront of every activity and initiative. They lead our five student leadership councils, innovate on our STEM teams, excel on the playing field, and flourish in the arts. Every facet of our school—from the classrooms to the sports fields—is designed with girls in mind, creating an environment rich with opportunities specifically tailored for them.
Mayfield educates young women to be global changemakers, equipped to tackle the world's most pressing challenges. Our students are encouraged to become informed, engaged citizens who lead with courage, competence, and empathy. Research shows that graduates from girls' schools like Mayfield display higher levels of community involvement, cultural awareness, and political engagement.
I love that at Mayfield I'm never afraid to speak out and voice my opinions. All the teachers and students make me feel like I belong.
Chloe G. '26 (attended St. Rita's)
Top 10 Reasons to Choose a Girls’ School
From the International Coalition of Girls' Schools 2023 Executive Summary of Coalition-commissioned research, “The Positive Effects of the Girls’ School Environment: An Analysis of PISA Data”
Girls’ schools provide an environment where students feel safe to express themselves and engage in an open and safe exchange of ideas.
Girls’ schools engage students in activities that prepare them for life beyond the classroom.
Girls’ school students are mentored by a community of peers, teachers, and school administrators.
Girls’ school students strive for greatness.
Girls’ schools know how girls learn best.
Girls’ schools champion the educational needs of girls as a group that is underrepresented in STEM majors and careers.
Girls’ schools empower students to become bold leaders.
At girls’ schools, girls occupy every role.
Girls’ schools create a culture of achievement.
Girls’ schools champion the educational needs of girls.
I absolutely love being at an all girls school where everybody is just super accepting of what you have to say and you're able to debate respectfully. I just love being able to like express yourself in any way that you want to.
- Caroline S. '23 (UCLA)