Grade 5 Through 8
Where Students Find Their Path and Thrive.
Middle school is a remarkable time. Students are discovering who they are, what excites them, and how they fit into the world. At Wichita Collegiate School, our Middle School is intentionally designed to meet students exactly where they are, offering the high support they need and the high expectations that help them grow into confident, capable young people.
This is a place where students belong. Where they're encouraged to try new things, stumble, and try again. Where they leave with more than knowledge, they leave with character.
 | A World of OpportunitiesOne of the things that sets our Middle School apart is the sheer breadth of what students can explore. From rigorous academics to creative arts, athletics, and one-of-a-kind enrichment classes, there is something here for every student.Our enhancement courses give students access to experiences rarely found at the middle school level: life skills, entrepreneurship, STEM courses in the Innovation Lab, and much more. These aren't electives as an afterthought. They're a core part of who we are, exposing students to new passions and practical skills they'll carry with them for life. Every student, every year, has the opportunity to engage deeply and meaningfully. |
Signature Experiences by Grade
Each grade level offers its own set of unforgettable moments that connect learning to life:
- 5th Grade - Freedom Trail, Mission to Space Project, and an overnight trip to the Oklahoma City Science Museum - adventures that spark curiosity and build community from day one.
- 6th Grade - An overnight trip to Camp Wood, and a powerful Refugee Unit, including opportunities to connect with refugees in our community - experiences that build empathy, voice, and global awareness.
- 7th Grade - The WWII unit and USO Dance, an overnight trip to Kansas City, and the iconic Washington, D.C. trip - connecting students to history, service, and each other.
- 8th Grade - Inventing a Better World, Reality U financial literacy simulation, STEAM Park, a trip to Branson, Missouri, and the 8th Grade Recognition Celebration - a culminating experience that honors the journey.
All Middle School Grades - Musicals and plays, concerts, athletic events, Wellness Wednesday, and Community Impact Day - because growth happens on stages and fields just as much as in classrooms.
Giving Back, Going Further
Our students don't just learn about the world, they work to make it better.
Each year, 8th graders raise funds distributed as Kiva microloans, directly supporting underserved communities around the globe. Our 6th-grade refugee initiative educates students as global citizens and raises money to support refugee efforts right here in Wichita. And our 5th graders assemble and distribute hygiene kits to families in need in our local community.
Across all grade levels, Middle School students volunteer hundreds of hours annually to serve Wichita and beyond. Compassion isn't a lesson plan here; it's a way of life.
Every Grade. Every Year. A Trip to Remember.
Every grade level has an overnight trip. These experiences are carefully chosen to deepen connections to curriculum, strengthen friendships, and push students beyond their comfort zones in the best possible way. Students come home knowing more about the world and more about themselves.
The Whole Child. Every Day.
Our faculty and staff are deeply committed to developing the whole child. That means academics, but also executive functioning skills, personal responsibility, self-advocacy, and the habits that make students independent, motivated learners.
We hold students to meaningful expectations because we believe in what they're capable of. And we walk alongside them every step of the way, helping build the relationships and communication skills that will serve them long after they leave our halls.
Middle school is where students begin to let go of the hand-holding and reach for something of their own. At Collegiate, we make sure they're ready and that they never feel alone in the process.
The Foundation for Everything That Comes Next
What happens in our Middle School doesn't stay in Middle School. The resilience, curiosity, self-awareness, and community our students build here follow them into Upper School, into college, and into life.
We'd love to welcome your family. Come see what's possible.
Ready to Find Your Place?
Wichita Collegiate School is more than a school; it's a home base for curious minds, kind hearts, and driven young people who want to make their mark. We invite you to visit, ask questions, and experience firsthand why Collegiate families choose to invest in their children’s futures here. Schedule a visit. Start the conversation. Find your place at Collegiate.