Croft Middle

Croft Design Center Middle Prep, located in the Elysian Fields area of Nashville, is a specialized magnet school within the Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) district. The school is distinct for its focus on a design-centered curriculum, which integrates design thinking, problem-solving, and creative innovation across its core academic subjects. By utilizing a "Design Center" model, Croft encourages students to move beyond traditional rote learning, instead emphasizing hands-on projects, collaboration, and the development of analytical skills that prepare students for rigorous high school pathways and future careers.

In addition to its unique instructional approach, Croft serves a diverse student body and offers a variety of extracurricular opportunities, including athletics, arts, and clubs, to foster a well-rounded middle school experience. As a magnet program, it draws students who are interested in a curriculum that balances academic excellence with creative application. The school’s mission focuses on cultivating a supportive environment where students are challenged to think critically about the world around them and to develop the empathy and technical skill sets necessary to tackle real-world problems.