About Us

Mission & Values

Chatham Hall is a girls' boarding school for grades 9-12 in southern Virginia. Our unique location on 365 scenic acres allows for thoughtful reflection, deep friendships, and a break from the typical distractions. We are invested in all the experiences that allow you to discover your authentic self.

Our Mission

Equipping curious thinkers to lead lives of impact.


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Our Values

  • We Choose Courage Over Comfort

    We push beyond our comfort zones to discover what we are truly capable of and reveal our passions within. We open ourselves to new perspectives and seek to expand our worldview. We learn to take risks—to fail and rebound—and support each other as we redefine what’s possible.

  • We Ignite the Light for Others

    Chatham Hall’s door is open to all who value a girls’ education. Grounded in our Episcopal heritage, we create a warm and welcoming environment in which everyone feels at home and included. The breadth of diverse perspectives, faiths, ethnicities, and backgrounds create a campus rooted in empathy and respect.

  • We Appreciate the Journey

    We seek joy throughout our lives. At Chatham Hall, we encourage our students to be teenagers and enjoy this pivotal stage of their lives. We are present with each other and grateful for our experiences. We are intentionally grounded in balance and wellness, celebrate the little things, lift each other up, and strive to elevate our entire community.

  • We Do the Right Thing

    Our Honor Code and Purple & Golden Rule present our shared commitment to living with integrity. This requires strength, courage, and vulnerability. We hold each other accountable to the same level of honesty and trust in all aspects of life, both on campus and off.

  • We Are Our Best Selves 

    We encourage every member of our community to uncover and become the best version of themselves. To do this, we invest in self-reflection and personal development and lay a strong foundation of mental and physical well-being. We cultivate the passions that make us who we are. When engaged authentically, we strengthen the entire community.


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Our Principles

At Chatham Hall, the Honor Code and Purple & Golden Rule create a foundation of trust that unites our community. Students, teachers, and staff live by these principles, preparing students for lives of honor and impact. Our commitment to civil discourse builds empathy, respect, and open dialogue—vital skills for future change-makers and leaders. Like generations before them, today’s students will carry these values forward, shaping a better world.


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HONOR CODE
The Honor Code is the guiding precept of the School. It states:
 
I will not lie.
I will not cheat.
I will not steal.
I will report all infractions of Honor.

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PURPLE & GOLDEN RULE
The Purple & Golden Rule is founded upon the expectation of mutual respect, consideration, and thoughtfulness. The rule holds all members of the Chatham Hall community accountable for their actions and seeks to create a principled and caring sisterhood.
  • I will respect all people and recognize that other people may have customs and beliefs different from mine.
  • I will respect and follow the rules of Chatham Hall, taking responsibility for my actions and mistakes.
  • I will honor the concept of “White Flag” – I will respect the property and domain of others.
  • When faced with a choice, I will endeavor to do the honorable and right thing.
  • I will set an example for my peers by my actions and words.
  • I will support others when they are following the Purple & Golden Rule and will counsel those who are not.

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CIVIL DISCOURSE STATEMENTS
  1. We will let others finish speaking before responding to avoid interrupting. We understand that pauses and silences can be necessary and allow us to process information.
  2. We will listen to learn and understand.
  3. We will understand that, if we do not agree, we do not need to be divided. We believe in appropriateness, respect, thoughtfulness, and kindness.
  4. We will strive to ensure that all students feel welcomed and comfortable on our campus.
  5. We will approach all people with respect and will reject stereotypes of all kinds. We will remain focused on ideas to avoid making personal attacks.
  6. We will express hurt feelings and will admit when there is a lack of understanding. We will be honest and offer trust and belief.
  7. We will differentiate between facts and opinions; both are valid when expressed appropriately.
  8. We will focus our discussion on and between those who are present in order to give everyone their own voice.
  9. Remaining neutral, we will facilitate the tough conversations. We will help others form their own views while seeking to understand opinions different from their own.
  10. We will practice active listening with intentional pauses to see others' points of view.
800 Chatham Hall Circle  •  Chatham, VA 24531
+1 434.432.2941  •  admissions@chathamhall.org
Day and boarding school for girls grades 9-12 in the Episcopal tradition.

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