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The Derryfield School:
The Derryfield School is an independent, co-educational, college-preparatory day school for grades 6-12 in Manchester in Hillsborough County, NH. For more than 40 years, Derryfield has provided an environment where students learn and grow to be their best selves. It starts with academic programs for grades 6-12 that engage, challenge, and support students; small classes where nobody falls through the cracks; and teachers who do more than teach - they inspire. Our Middle School academic programs combine a seriousness of purpose with a sense of fun and love of learning. Our Upper School academic programs result in a 100 percent acceptance rate at four-year colleges for graduates.

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Our Mission:

Founded in 1964, The Derryfield School inspires bright, motivated young people to be their best and provides them with the skills and experiences needed to be valued, dynamic, confident, and purposeful members of any community.

Our Core Values:

Balance:  
We offer inspiring academic, artistic, and athletic opportunities, promoting the development of healthy habits of mind, body, and spirit, and the skill to balance creative tension. 

Character:  
We actively cultivate respect, integrity, compassion, and perseverance in our community members.

Aim High:  
Young people achieve their best in a culture of high expectations and encouragement.

Individuality:  
We encourage young people to grow as unique individuals through the discovery of new passions and a love for learning, self-knowledge, critical inquiry, and reflection.

Community:  
We seek a diverse community defined and sustained by close relationships, social interdependence, and service.

Families
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We embrace the family's role in the life of our day school, celebrating collaboration between home and school.

College-Preparatory Education Programs (Grades 6-12):

Derryfield is committed to fostering the best intellectual development and the best educational outcomes for all students.

- Middle School Programs
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Middle School courses are designed to match course content and skill acquisition with the developmental needs of early adolescents. In general, the coursework progresses as a student moves from sixth through eighth grade.

- Upper School Programs
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Students entering the Upper School (grades 9-12) should plan their course of study in the context of graduation requirements, college plans, and interest.

Arts, athletics, and leadership opportunities are important ways for students to try something new in a totally safe environment; demonstrate talent and realize their potential.

Student Life:

At Derryfield, the idea is to become not just the best student you can be, but also the best person you can be. Arts, athletics, community service, and student organizations all present ways for students to pursue individual interests, develop leadership and interpersonal skills, make lasting friendships, and enjoy the many rewards of being a part of something greater than oneself.

Student life at Derryfield is busy, challenging, fun, inspiring, and energizing all at the same time. The opportunities to discover and fulfill your potential as a member of our community are endless. That's because at Derryfield we want you to be yourself, only better

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Address: 2108 River Road, 03104-1396, Manchester, New Hampshire , USA
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