Fryeburg Academy
Fryeburg, Maine
Fryeburg Academy, a coeducational boarding and day school for grades 9-12 and a post-graduate year, is located on 35-acre campus in a traditional New England small town setting at the edge of the White Mountains. The Fryeburg Academy was founded in 1792.
Fryeburg is a small town with a population of 3500. Life is simple and quiet and the people are very friendly and helpful. It is a good environment for studying. There are a few pizza parlors and grocery store for students to purchase food/items. We also take a weekly trip into North Conway, New Hampshire to shop at larger stores for supplies. The English as a Second Language Department at Fryeburg Academy offers a variety of courses and English language training opportunities for international students. The philosophy of the department emphasizes learning through experience and practices both in and out of the classroom.
Academic and Sport Facilities
Main Classroom Building, Science Building, Library, Industrial Arts Center, Music Building Currently planning a 50,000 square foot athletic facility to be completed by Spring 2007.
Dormitories and School Residences
4 Dormitories (3 boys and 1 girls) all dormitories have a common area with a TV and DVD player. Common areas also have computers available for student use. Each room is wired for internet and phone.
Starting Dates:
Rolling admission, Fall Semester: Early September
| Student Population: | Grades: | ESL Programs: |
|---|---|---|
| Co-educational | 9-12 | Yes |
| School Uniform | Teacher/Student Ratio: | Number of Students: |
|---|---|---|
| No | 1:10 | 675 |
Sports:
- Alpine Skiing
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Cycling
- Field Hockey
- Football
- Golf
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Mountain Biking
- Nordic Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Wrestling
Clubs:
- Ambassadors
- Chess
- Community Service
- International
- Math
- Photography
- Student Government
- Student Newspaper
- Student Tutoring
- Yearbook
Other Services Offered:
- Academic progress reports
- Airport transfer service
- Assistance in acquiring books and material
- Help with holiday accommodation
- Help with travel services during holidays
- Orientation service upon arrival
- Social progress reports
Partial List of College and University Acceptances:
- Boston University, Bates, Colby, Northeastern, Babson, Tufts, Brown, University of Main, University of New Hampshire, University of California, Columbia College, Berklee College of Music, Bennington College, Clark University, George Washington University, Oberlin College, Smith College, University of Vermont.
Closest International and Local Airports:
Boston Massachusetts, Portland Maine
