About
Leadership
Ian Craig, Shipley's 11th Head of School
On January 29, 2025, the Shipley Board of Trustees announced the appointment of Ian L. Craig as the School’s 11th Head of School, effective July 1, 2025.
Mr. Craig brings more than 30 years of experience in independent school leadership. He currently serves as Head of School at Rumsey Hall in Washington, Connecticut, where he has overseen record enrollment growth, led significant campus development, and expanded innovative programming.
His leadership journey also includes roles at Harding Academy (Nashville), Trinity Valley School (Fort Worth), and Metairie Park Country Day School (Louisiana), as well as campus-level leadership at Westtown School in Pennsylvania.
Mr. Craig holds a Master’s degree from New York University and a Bachelor of Arts from Syracuse University. A recognized thought leader, he has published articles and presented at national conferences on leadership, philanthropy, and innovation in education.
Board Chair Colin Kelton expressed confidence in Mr. Craig’s ability to guide Shipley forward: “Under his vision and history of success, Shipley will be well-positioned to build on its tradition of excellence and embark on an exciting new chapter.”
Mr. Craig and his wife, Holly, have three children—Holden, Cooper, and Maia—and are excited to join and become active members of the Shipley community. Maia will enter first grade at Shipley in the fall.
The Shipley School is a private, coeducational day school for pre-kindergarten through 12th grade students, located in Bryn Mawr, PA. Through our commitment to educational excellence, we develop within each student a love of learning and a desire for compassionate participation in the world.
