Courses & Curriculum
"Without the AP model, we are able to dive deeper into the questions that interest the students. Whereas sometimes we had to sacrifice a level of genuine curiosity to ensure that we understood AP material for the test, we now have much more open-ended and student-led discussions. There are moments for tangential questions that promote learning and retention of concepts. I love our new style of classes because it centers the student rather than an ability to score well on a test."
-MADISON G. '25
At Blair, we blend our traditional core curriculum with innovative offerings and best-practice teaching approaches. Our engaging and challenging courses incorporate reflection and analytical thought, and we offer a number of course levels to choose from, including more than 50 honors, advanced seminar and advanced survey classes.
We believe students learn best when they have a choice in what and how they learn, encounter appropriate challenge in their intellectual pursuits and have space to express their creativity. That's why Blair students have the ability to tailor their coursework to their abilities and interests.
To learn more about Blair's courses and curriculum, download a PDF of our overview of academics at Blair.
To learn more about each of the specific classes offered at Blair, download a PDF of our course catalog.
This website allows you to visualize your academic journey through the School’s curriculum.
Advanced coursework at Blair best positions students to develop rich relationships with both their learning community and the ideas with which they engage.
Through its advanced curriculum, Blair has built a more comprehensive, engaging and distinguished program in place of APs.