text: About | The Wellington School
  Fri, 05/08/2020 - 11:45
  A big idea for even the smallest learners.
  For years, there simply wasn't a local alternative to the conventional private school experience. So a group of local entrepreneurs created one themselves.
  Our small-by-design class sizes and individualized attention lead to lasting and impactful learning experiences.
  We believe that every form of diversity makes us a stronger community.
  Take a deep dive into life at Wellington with our digital view book
  Leaders shaping leaders.
  At the center of a Wellington education are the faculty and administrators who encourage, inspire, and celebrate the discoveries our students make every day. Our Board of Trustees provides invaluable guidance, oversight, and vision.
  Wellington was conceived in 1979 by a group of Columbus executives and entrepreneurs with the goal of creating the first coeducational, independent school in Columbus. They spent three years refining plans, raising money, finding a property, and recruiting teachers and students. In 1982, Wellington opened. All of the living founders remain connected to Wellington today. Many of the founders' children graduated from Wellington and now their grandchildren as well. Each says the school has exceeded their original vision, and Wellington continues to innovate curriculum that creates tomorrow's leaders.
  President, K. B. Ackerman Co.
  CFO, Compuserve
  Co-founder, Compuserve
  CEO, Ruscilli Construction
  Founder, Immke Buick and Cadillac
  Founder and President, CompuServe
  Executive Vice-President, CompuServe
  Wellington was conceived of by a group of entrepreneurs with the goal of creating the first co-ed, independent school in Columbus.
  Wellington opened with 137 students and 19 employees as the first co-ed, independent school in Columbus, Ohio.