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Matthew Peer

Assistant Head of School for Enrollment Management

Matt was named assistant head of school for enrollment management in 2022. In this role he oversees all aspects of the admissions process, tuition assistance programs, and Darlington’s Soccer, Tennis, and Golf academies. Prior to his work in admissions, Matt was the director of Upper School from 2014-2020 and director of student life from 2010-2014. He holds a B.A. in Sociology from St. Lawrence University and an M.A. in Liberal Studies from Wesleyan University. He and his wife, Jessica, first-grade teacher at Darlington, are the parents of Jackson (’24) and Ella (’27).

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College Education

B.A. St. Lawrence University

M.A. Wesleyan University

Why Choose Darlington for Middle School?

PK-8 | Matthew Peer, June 5, 2025

Darlington School offers a dynamic, supportive, and challenging environment where students in grades 6-8 are empowered to explore their interests, grow academically, and build the character that will guide them through high school and beyond.

5 Reasons Why Darlington's Boarding School Program is a Great Choice for Girls

Upper School | Matthew Peer, May 28, 2025

Are you a young lady who is considering boarding school? Our boarding program provides girls with a supportive environment that fosters independence, leadership, and a strong academic foundation, leading to successful futures.

5 Things That Help Make Darlington More Affordable

Upper School | Matthew Peer, January 22, 2025

When John Paul and Alice Allgood Cooper founded Darlington School in 1905, they sought to provide “the best educational opportunities at the least possible cost.” Between need-based financial aid, merit scholarships, the Georgia GOAL Scholarship Program, our Alumni Legacy Award, and our payment plans, we are committed to making educational opportunities available and affordable to as many academically qualified students as possible.

Episode 91: A Chat with Darlington's Cornwell Scholars

January 5, 2023

In this episode, Assistant Head of School for Enrollment Management Matt Peer talks with Darlington's Cornwell Scholars, boarding seniors Emma Adams and Mika Lynn and sophomore Nixon Prior. They chat about the their involvement and the opportunities that the Cornwell Scholarship has provided them at Darlington.

Episode 81: A Look at New Talent in the Soccer Academy

October 27, 2022

In this episode, Assistant Head of School for Enrollment Management Matthew Peer talks with Soccer Academy Director Chad Liddle and new academy members, freshmen Preston Duval of George Town, Cayman Islands, and Savannah Palmer of Calhoun, Ga. They chat about their experience as new freshmen on the teams, their goals as players in the program and more.

Darlington welcomes new faculty and staff, recognizes those with new roles

August 18, 2022

Darlington is pleased to welcome the following new faculty and staff members for 2022-2023 and recognize those who will have new roles in the coming year. This list will be updated as employees are hired.

Peer named assistant head of school for enrollment management

May 3, 2022

Matt Peer has been named assistant head of school for enrollment management. Since being named director of enrollment management, he has worked with his team to develop a long-range plan that has resulted in an increase in both enrolled students and net tuition revenue.

Episode 52: A Look Into the Darlington Soccer Academy

April 7, 2022

In this episode, Director of Enrollment Management Matt Peer talks with Director of Soccer Academy Chad Liddle, sophomore Sydnee Barndt from Eagle River, Alaska and junior Jack Quandt from Boise, Idaho about the Darlington School Soccer Academy.

Episode 45: A Look Into the Upper School Boarding Program

February 17, 2022

In this episode, Director of Enrollment Management Matt Peer talks with juniors Liz Boyd and Thomas Bethel about Darlington's Upper School boarding program.

Episode 39: Tips for Success in the 2nd Semester of Upper School

January 6, 2022

In this episode, host Matt Peer, director of enrollment management, and his guests share tips related to academic wellness, emotional wellness, and college preparation as students begin the second semester.