This summer, Wellington has been buzzing with progress. Across campus, construction crews and facilities teams have been preparing spaces that will welcome students back this fall while laying the foundation for the next chapter of the school's campus transformation.
From new classrooms and athletic facilities to improvements that enhance safety and everyday campus life, each project reflects Wellington's continued investment in creating exceptional learning environments where students can explore, create, compete, and connect.
Demolition of the Annex Building
Building for the Future
Construction continues to move steadily on the Fishinger Road side of campus. Demolition of the annex building is complete, demolition of the original 1918 school building is underway, and significant interior demolition is progressing in the 1950s building.
These projects are preparing the way for Wellington's future upper school, scheduled to open in late 2027. The completed spaces will include renovated academic classrooms, enhanced visual and performing arts facilities, and new outdoor gathering areas designed to support the way students learn and build community.
Students won't have to wait until 2027 to experience the first phase of these improvements. Five new upper school classrooms and the Upper School Visual Arts Center will be ready for the start of the school year. By January, the renovated Maker Space, a new faculty room, and offices for the upper school student support team and counselor are expected to open.
On the academic building's second floor, where the middle school will eventually expand, two renovated classrooms and an upgraded physics lab will also be completed this summer while middle and upper school continue to share the space.
Two second-floor classrooms being combined to create a larger, more flexible learning space
Spaces That Support Learning
Learning happens throughout Wellington's campus, and several summer projects expand the ways students will learn together this year.
The Outdoor Classroom has been enhanced with added seating and a standing-height work surface, creating even more opportunities for classes, collaboration, and community outdoors.
Three upper school classrooms will also pilot flexible instructional furniture designed to support a variety of teaching methods and learning experiences. The pilot will help inform future classroom planning while giving students and teachers greater flexibility in how they use the space.
Expanded seating and workspace create even more opportunities for classes, collaboration, and community outdoors
Enhancing Campus Life
Several additional projects will improve the day-to-day experience for students, families, and visitors.
Roberts Field is receiving a new synthetic turf surface that will support athletics, physical education classes, and community events for years to come.
A new sidewalk has been completed to improve the safety and efficiency of morning car line and afternoon bus pick-up. Because buses will not be able to access Fishinger Road during construction, families will notice updated car line procedures this school year. We appreciate everyone's patience and flexibility as we work to minimize disruptions while construction continues and keep students arriving and departing safely.
Several campus entry areas have also been refreshed with new casework, carpet, and paint, creating warm, welcoming spaces for students, families, and visitors.
Wellington has added a new 12-passenger van to its transportation fleet, supporting an added morning transportation route, smaller field trips, and the transportation needs of athletic teams for afternoon and weekend events.
The extended sidewalk will improve the safety and efficiency of morning car line and afternoon bus pick-up
Looking Ahead
While construction continues, students will begin experiencing many of these improvements this fall. Together, these projects reflect Wellington's continued investment in spaces that inspire curiosity, creativity, collaboration, and community, and we look forward to seeing them come to life when students return to campus.