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Independent School in Manchester, NH
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.
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:
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:
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:
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
Address:
2108 River Road, 03104-1396, Manchester, New Hampshire , USA
Mount Saint Mary Academy, Manchester
Courses / Programs
Mount Saint Mary Academy in Manchester, New Hampshire, is a private Catholic elementary school, sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy. The Mount accepts children Pre-K to Grade 6 of every denomination and has been well recognized in the Manchester Community for its outreach to those in need, and its excellence and innovation in education. The philosophy of the Mount is based on the premise that every child wants to learn.We have a highly qualified staff who provide a variety of interesting experiences for their students. Class sizes are small, allowing for individualized instruction and investigative learning.
Pre-School through Grade 6 Educational Programs:
Subjects include:
- Art, Band, English/Language Arts, Extra Curricular Activities, Library, Mathematics, Music, NWEA Testing, Physical Education, Science, Social Studies, Spanish, Spiritual Development, Technology.
Subjects include:
- Art, Band, English/Language Arts, Extra Curricular Activities, Library, Mathematics, Music, NWEA Testing, Physical Education, Science, Social Studies, Spanish, Spiritual Development, Technology.
White Wing School, Nashua
Courses / Programs
White Wing School in Nashua New Hampshire, is a non-sectarian, non-profit preschool and kindergarten offering programs for children two through six years of age. We offer a developmentally-based curriculum, and our program is currently accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). We're very proud of the fact that we've been serving children for over 50 years.Located at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Nashua, we serve the New Hampshire communities of Amherst, Hollis, Hudson, Litchfield, Londonderry, Merrimack, Nashua, Pelham and Windham.
2-Year Old Class:
8:45-11:15 Tuesday & Thursday or Wednesday & Friday
3-Year Old Class:
8:30 - 11:30, Monday & Tuesday
4-Year Old Class:
8:30-11:30, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays
Five-Day Program (4 & 5-Year Olds):
8:30-11:30, Monday through Friday
Extended Day Kindergarten:
8:30-1:30, Monday - Friday
8:45-11:15 Tuesday & Thursday or Wednesday & Friday
3-Year Old Class:
8:30 - 11:30, Monday & Tuesday
4-Year Old Class:
8:30-11:30, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays
Five-Day Program (4 & 5-Year Olds):
8:30-11:30, Monday through Friday
Extended Day Kindergarten:
8:30-1:30, Monday - Friday
The Kildonan School
Courses / Programs
Located in Amenia, Dutchess County NY, The Kildonan School is an accredited, co-educational day and boarding school for children and teenagers with dyslexia and language-based learning differences. Only 90 miles north of New York City, we offer educational programs for elementary, middle and high school students (Grades 2-12). Boarding programs are available for students in grades 7-12, with 5-day & 7-day options available.Our mission is to empower students with dyslexia by increasing their self-esteem and motivation. Students often come to us from educational experiences where they struggled to find success because that environment did not recognize their potential and/or know how to meet their needs. We want to help them to reach their academic potential and to equip them for future success. Kildonan graduates have a 100% college acceptance record.
Kildonan uses a pure Orton-Gillingham approach, which is an instructional approach intended primarily for use with persons who have difficulty with reading, spelling, and writing of the sort associated with dyslexia. Each student receives daily one-to-one Orton-Gillingham tutoring, which complement an innovative, challenging curriculum that inspires students to love learning while preparing for college and beyond. In addition, Kildonan offers small, college-preparatory classes, extensive artistic opportunities, and competitive sports teams.
Day & Boarding Programs for kids & teens with dyslexia:
- Elementary School (Grades 2-6)
- Middle School (Grades 7-8)
- High School (Grades 9-12)
- Daily one-to-one Orton-Gillingham tutoring
- Boarding for Grades 7-12: 5-day & 7-day programs available
- Elementary School (Grades 2-6)
- Middle School (Grades 7-8)
- High School (Grades 9-12)
- Daily one-to-one Orton-Gillingham tutoring
- Boarding for Grades 7-12: 5-day & 7-day programs available
Salem Christian School
Courses / Programs
Salem Christian School is a private school in Salem in Rockingham County, offering a Christ-centered, Bible-based education in our preschool through to 8th grade programs. We provide a fun education in a safe environment including classes in computer skills, physical education, music, and art which are taught at each grade level. At Salem Christian School, we offer a commitment to excellence, and this is proven in our high academic standards and dedicated, experienced staff.Salem Christian School meets the requirements of the State of New Hampshire for private schools. Preschool programs are licensed by the State of New Hampshire. The staff consists of Christian degreed teachers consistently attending workshops to meet, attain and maintain certification.
We are a member of the Association of Christian Schools International and the Granite State Christian Schools Association. The school is under the jurisdiction of the School Committee, appointed by the Board of Christian Education of Centerpoint Community Church in Salem, NH.
Families can also take advantage of a carpool group. Salem families may also utilize the public school bus system at no additional cost.
- Preschool program:
The preschool program is for 3 & 4 year-old children. Our program will meet the specific needs of your family and will be open from 6:30 am to 6:00 pm.
- Kindergarten program:
Full-day 5K program for 5 year-old children.
- Elementary School program:
This includes Grades 1-5. Students are in self-contained classrooms, designed to be small enough to meet your child's needs.
- Middle School program:
Students in Grades 6-8 comprise the Middle School.
- Before & Afterschool care
The preschool program is for 3 & 4 year-old children. Our program will meet the specific needs of your family and will be open from 6:30 am to 6:00 pm.
- Kindergarten program:
Full-day 5K program for 5 year-old children.
- Elementary School program:
This includes Grades 1-5. Students are in self-contained classrooms, designed to be small enough to meet your child's needs.
- Middle School program:
Students in Grades 6-8 comprise the Middle School.
- Before & Afterschool care
Infant Jesus School
Courses / Programs
Infant Jesus School is a Catholic elementary school in Nashua in Hillsborough County, NH, providing education programs for grades Pre-K through to 6th grade. At Infant Jesus School, we believe in the power of education. It is our goal to instill educational and Christian values in the graduates of Infant Jesus School. Through these graduates, future generations will be assured of the positive power of education and the strength of Christian beliefs. We strive to challenge our students so that they tap into their potential at an early age.The definition of success at Infant Jesus takes many forms: academic, athletic, social, individual and communal. Academic success includes outstanding academic performance involving effective writing, reading enrichment, and mathematics. Athletically, we offer challenges for students who enjoy fun and competition.
Infant Jesus students are involved in service work throughout the year. Most importantly, though, we teach them to understand all that they have and give freely to others. At the end of their time at Infant Jesus, our students are prepared for greater challenges beyond these walls.
Elementary School programs (Grades Pre-K to 6th):
- The curriculum for each grade is grade appropriate and the small classroom environment allows for the teachers to interact with each student and meet their individual needs.
- Core Academic Subjects
- Reading Enrichment
- Foreign Language
- Daily Religion Classes
- Specialized instructors in the following area: Computer (K-6, Music Pre-K-6, Art 1-6, Chorus 3-6, Library Pre-K-6, P.E. K-6, Reading Enrichment 2-6, Band 3-6, Spanish 5-6
and more...
- The curriculum for each grade is grade appropriate and the small classroom environment allows for the teachers to interact with each student and meet their individual needs.
- Core Academic Subjects
- Reading Enrichment
- Foreign Language
- Daily Religion Classes
- Specialized instructors in the following area: Computer (K-6, Music Pre-K-6, Art 1-6, Chorus 3-6, Library Pre-K-6, P.E. K-6, Reading Enrichment 2-6, Band 3-6, Spanish 5-6
and more...
Montclare Children's School, Manhattan
Courses / Programs
Located on Manhattan’s Upper West Side, Montclare Children’s School is a preschool for children ages 2 to 5. Our school is an enriched, teacher-directed program, and provides children with ample opportunities to engage in a variety of activities, including music, art, library, technology and gymnastics. Our school also provides a warm and rich setting for exploration, socialization and free play.Each of the ten classrooms has access to a kid-sized bathroom. In addition to the classrooms, the school has a computer lab (with twelve stations for students and a main station for the teacher), school library, art classroom, woodshop, 2800 square-foot gym, and a rooftop garden.
The preschool focus is on teacher-directed activities in a comfortable setting with an enriched curriculum. The core of the curriculum is developmentally appropriate play with a rich assortment of materials and plenty of opportunity for interacting with peers. Call the morning of the day after Labor Day of the year preceding the year you would like your child to start preschool.
Language Arts Curriculum:
Builds and strengthens word knowledge, language development, verbal expression and reasoning, as well as social interaction and awareness.
Preschool Math Curriculum:
Exposes children to counting, numerical recognition and reasoning, whole-part relationships, spatial relationships, as well as identifying and creating patterns.
Social Studies Curriculum:
Focuses on communities such as family, neighborhood, the earth, and the solar system.
Builds and strengthens word knowledge, language development, verbal expression and reasoning, as well as social interaction and awareness.
Preschool Math Curriculum:
Exposes children to counting, numerical recognition and reasoning, whole-part relationships, spatial relationships, as well as identifying and creating patterns.
Social Studies Curriculum:
Focuses on communities such as family, neighborhood, the earth, and the solar system.