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Proctor Academy

United States, Andover

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees $52,150 - 83,570
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 390
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 1848
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Advanced Placement (AP), Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages Spanish, French, Mandarin
Typical class size 5
Strengths Outdoor Education, Languages, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Secondary School, High School
Introduction

Proctor Academy is a coeducational day and boarding school in Andover, New Hampshire. The 2,500-acre campus includes 45 buildings, dormitories, a ski hill, climbing wall, tennis courts, two synthetic turf fields, and a net-zero ready Dining Commons. Academic program blends Advanced Placement and a Bespoke Curriculum, with graduation requirements in English, mathematics, science, history, world language, art, and programming. Classes are 60 minutes, offered at AP/CL, Honors, and College Prep, run in trimesters, with four academic and one Skills course per term; up to five academic courses per term. Academic Concentrations enable self-directed learners to tailor study toward interests, pursue off-campus experiences, and complete a culminating capstone. Distinctive elements include Wilderness Orientation, Mountain Classroom, and international language immersion in Spain and France. Proctor maintains five term-long off-campus programs—Mountain Classroom, Ocean Classroom, Proctor in Spain, European Art Classroom, and the Costa Rica Program—for fifty years. Enrollment around 370 students. Current enrollment.

204 Main Street (PO Box 500), Andover, NH 03216, USA

The Essentials

Proctor Academy has 390 pupils, typical class sizes of 5, instruction in English.

Location
Andover, New Hampshire. The campus spans more than 2,500 acres in the Blackwater River Valley with 45 buildings and 22 dormitories. It is about 30 minutes from Concord, 15 minutes from New London, and 1.5 hours north of Boston. The school address is 204 Main Street, Andover, NH 03216.

Stages
Grades 9–12 (high school).

Type
Private coeducational day and boarding school.

Additional learning support
Integrated Learning Skills program provides academic support and directly serves more than one third of the student body, while positively impacting every Proctor student and teacher.

Bus service
Charter bus to Boston on travel days.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
Boarding is on campus in small, family-style dormitories. Dorms range from 4 to 18 students with an average size of about 12, and there are 20 dormitories that serve as extensions of the dorm parents' homes. Dorm parents are on duty every evening to maintain quiet study conditions and offer academic assistance; most students live in doubles with a roommate, with singles available and a few triples also possible.

Uniform Requirement
Dress is relaxed with no formal uniform required; neat and clean attire is encouraged. The culture emphasizes informal dress while maintaining respectful expectations.

Food Options
Three meals a day, year round, provided by Proctor's fully independent Dining Services Team, led by Director of Dining Services Barb Major; meals are served in the campus dining program.

Governance and Ownership
Proctor Academy is governed by a volunteer Board of Trustees comprised of alumni, parents, former employees, and friends. Proctor is a private, independent coeducational day and boarding school located in Andover, New Hampshire.
Fees

Annual tuition at Proctor Academy ranges from USD 52,150 to USD 83,570 for 2026/27.

Application & Enrollment Fees

- Application Packet Fee: USD 125. This fee is paid by all first-time applicants and is refundable if the application is denied.
- Enrollment Packet Fee: USD 125. This fee is paid by all enrollees and is refundable if the enrollment application is rejected.
- Additional new-student invoice at enrollment: USD 500, itemized as Curriculum Fee (USD 250), Technology Fee (USD 125), and Blanket Fee (USD 125). These fees are due by August 1 and are non-refundable. Total fees for new students: USD 750; returning students: USD 625.

Annual Tuition (2026–2027)

- Boarding student tuition (annual): USD 83,570.
- Day student tuition (annual): USD 52,150.
- Academic support program fees (annual, if applicable): Full Learning Skills Program USD 16,100; Learning Lab Program USD 6,600; Learning Skills Independence Program USD 8,400.

Reservation / Enrollment Deposits

- Reservation (enrollment) deposit, credited toward tuition and nonrefundable: Boarding USD 8,357; Day USD 5,215. These deposits are required upon enrollment.

Tuition billing schedules and per‑installment amounts (payment plans for 2026–2027)

Note: the school offers defined payment schedules; the per-installment dollar amounts below are simple calculations based on the published annual tuition and the payment-plan structure specified for 2026–2027.

- One Payment
- Full tuition due on or before July 15, 2026.
- Boarding: USD 83,570 due July 15, 2026. Day: USD 52,150 due July 15, 2026. Tuition-insurance cost (see Tuition Insurance section) is optional with this plan.
- Two Payment Plan
- 60% of tuition due on or before July 15, 2026; remaining 40% due November 15, 2026.
- Boarding: 60% = USD 50,142; 40% = USD 33,428. Day: 60% = USD 31,290; 40% = USD 20,860. Tuition-insurance is required with this plan (cost 1.45% of tuition).
- Five Payment Plan
- Five equal monthly installments billed beginning April 15, 2026 and ending August 15, 2026.
- Calculated equal installments (annual tuition ÷ 5): Boarding: USD 16,714 per installment; Day: USD 10,430 per installment. Tuition-insurance is optional with this plan.
- Ten Payment Plan
- Ten monthly installments from May 15, 2026 through February 15, 2027.
- Calculated equal installments (annual tuition ÷ 10): Boarding: USD 8,357 per installment; Day: USD 5,215 per installment. Tuition-insurance is required with this plan.

Boarding-related fees and what boarding tuition covers

- Boarding tuition covers room, meals, and off-campus program fees for boarding students except student airfare when applicable. Athletic uniforms are included. Books are included in tuition for boarding students.
- Off-Campus Day Student Fee (for day students participating in off-campus terms): USD 10,900. Boarding student tuition covers off-campus program fees (except airfare).

Other mandatory or possible additional fees

- International Student Administration Fee (annual): USD 500, payable upon acceptance (for international students).
- Additional student responsibilities / charges (billed through the family account): laptop and technology requirements, calculator, school supplies, dorm supplies, sport/afternoon activity equipment, transportation to/from school, weekend activity costs, some field trips, private music lessons, PSAT/SAT/ACT fees, flu shots, local medical transportation, charter bus travel days, prom, and yearbook. These items are charged to monthly statements and billed through the school's FACTS account electronically.
- Athletics / afternoon activity fees for 2026–2027 (examples of activities with additional charges): Eastern USS/FIS Skiing USD 3,700 plus race costs; Alpine Skiing (Varsity/JV) and Developmental Skiing/Snowboarding USD 900; Competitive Freeski/Snowboarding USD 2,700; Crew USD 975; Equestrian Competition USD 600 (student must provide and board own horse); Fall Horsemanship USD 750; Rock Climbing USD 175. Fees are subject to change.

Refunds and withdrawal policy

- Reservation deposit (USD 8,357 boarding / USD 5,215 day) is nonrefundable; it is credited toward tuition payments.
- Application Packet Fee and Enrollment Packet Fee are refundable only if the application/enrollment is denied/rejected, per the admissions fees schedule.
- The Tuition Refund Plan (tuition insurance) is the school's stated policy mechanism for any tuition refund if a student leaves before the end of an academic year; by Board policy, it is the only means by which any tuition refund will be made. The Plan's terms define benefit levels and exclusions (for example: medical withdrawals can be eligible for a 70% prorated benefit in many circumstances; non‑medical withdrawals and dismissals are addressed in the policy with defined percentage benefit rules). Premium payment timing, claims procedures, and coverage specifics are set by the Tuition Refund Plan brochure. The cost of the Tuition Refund Plan is 1.45% of the tuition for 2026–2027; enrollment in the Plan is required for certain payment plans and optional for others as specified by the school.

Billing mechanics and accepted payment channels

- Tuition statements and installment billing are administered electronically through the FACTS tuition-management system; additional fees and charges appear on the monthly FACTS statement.
- Inference about payment channels: because billing is handled via the FACTS system and schools that use FACTS commonly offer electronic payment by automatic bank draft (ACH/e‑check) and credit/debit card (often with a convenience fee for card transactions), expected payment channels include ACH/e‑check and credit/debit card through FACTS; some schools also provide the option to pay by check or wire transfer to the Business Office per school instructions. This statement about specific payment channels is an informed inference based on Proctor's use of FACTS and how FACTS is used by other schools for tuition collection.

Practical notes for budgeting (declarative)

- Expect an enrollment deposit (nonrefundable) equal to the amounts shown above, a new-student invoice (USD 500) payable by August 1, and tuition billed under one of the published payment plans (one, two, five, or ten installments) with the exact due dates shown in the 2026–2027 payment plan schedule.
- Tuition-insurance premium for 2026–2027 is 1.45% of the annual tuition; families using multi-month installment plans should note whether the Plan is required or optional under their chosen plan.
Academics

Proctor Academy teaches Advanced Placement (AP), Bespoke Curriculum.

Curriculum
Proctor's academic curriculum is rooted in the belief that academic challenge, overt support systems, and hands-on, experiential teaching create enduring learning. The school grows around each student's academic interests rather than enforcing conformity to a fixed system. Graduation requirements include English 12, Mathematics 9, Science 9, History 8, World Language 6 (French, Mandarin, Spanish), Art 3, and Programming 1. Courses are offered at AP/CL, Honors, and College Prep levels; classes are 60 minutes long, run in trimesters, and students take four academic courses and one Skills course per term, with a maximum of five academic courses per term. Students earn at least 12 academic credits and two Skills credits per year, with up to three credits earned through off-campus programs. Academic Concentrations empower self-directed learners to design an individualized program, pursue off-campus experiences, and complete a culminating capstone.

Student Teacher Ratio
5:1 on campus.

Higher Education Progression
Graduates go on to a broad range of colleges and universities across the United States. The School Profile 2025-2026 lists destinations including Dartmouth College, Colgate University, Bates College, Bowdoin College, Brandeis University, and other national and regional institutions.

Gifted and Talented
Academic Concentrations foster independent scholarship by enabling self-directed students to design an individualized program, include experiential learning beyond campus, and complete a culminating capstone. Five Concentrations, including Environmental Studies and Global Citizenship, align with interdisciplinary guidelines that students tailor to their academic program. Learning Skills provides integrated academic support to about a third of students each year, helping learners become strategic, resilient lifelong learners and confident self-advocates.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school integrates social and emotional learning through a health and well-being curriculum that spans academic and residential life. Health and well-being conversations are integrated into advisory and dorm conversations, teams, and afternoon program meetings, and into the Freshman Seminar for all ninth graders. Freshman Seminar focuses on nutrition, sleep, and self-care, while Sophomore Seminar for tenth graders covers social media, substance, body image, mental health, and personal care. A Well-Being Speaker Series addresses topics such as substance use, healthy relationships, equity and belonging, and personal well-being habits. The program is overseen by the Chief Medical Officer and the Student Health and Well-Being Coordinator to support students as they navigate adolescence.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Learning Skills is an integrated academic support system that serves more than a third of Proctor's student body, focusing on executive functioning, self-advocacy, and academic independence through personalized coaching. Each student in Learning Skills has a Learning Specialist and a personalized learning profile to guide teacher, coach, advisor, and dorm-life support. Accommodations include extended time for assessments, testing in a Learning Center, audio support and reading aloud, dictation software, and use of technology for writing and math. The program offers Learning Skills and Learning Skills Independence tracks with different ratios and meeting frequencies, plus a Learning Lab option for small-group support; progress is tracked with Student Learning Profiles and up-to-date goal-setting reports.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
World language instruction follows Organic World Language (OWL), using the second language 100% of the time to build language fluency within a community context and reduce language-learning stress. The department emphasizes immersive, communicative learning where students DO the language and rely on community to develop proficiency. Proctor en Segovia and other language immersion experiences illustrate the school's commitment to language learning through immersion and authentic use of language; language learning is framed as building community and confidence in speaking rather than focusing first on grammar.

Mental Wellbeing
The health and well-being program provides 1:1 mental health counseling and access to support groups, with two full-time mental health counselors and a Health Center that operates 24/7 and employs a Medical Director. The Wellness Team can develop individualized support plans for students in need, and counseling services are complemented by extensive programming such as Freshman and Sophomore Seminars that address mental health and related topics. The campus emphasizes holistic adolescent wellness, including nutrition, sleep, and healthy relationships as part of the Student Health and Well-Being framework.

Safeguarding
The school maintains a sanctuary policy that encourages students to seek help from adults without fear of disciplinary action. Faculty, staff, and students receive annual training on boundaries, reporting harassment, discrimination, bullying, and hazing, with mandatory reporting obligations under New Hampshire law. The Community Conduct Committee addresses incidents of harassment, discrimination, bullying, and hazing and the school works to repair harm and restore the community. Reporting pathways and external resources are posted around campus, and Proctor partners with experts to support healthy relationships and trauma-informed responses. External resources include Learning Courage and local crisis centers to support safeguarding and well-being.
Parent Experience

History
Begun in 1848 as a local school for the children of Andover, New Hampshire, Proctor has undergone numerous evolutions enroute to becoming what it is today: a boarding and day school of 370 students serving as a national leader in experiential learning and academic support programs. Eras of Leadership describe stable, visionary leadership across eight decades, including Halsey Gulick (1935-1952), Lyle Farrell (1952-1971), David Fowler (1971-1995), Steve Wilkins (1995-2005), Mike Henriques (2005-2021), Brian Thomas (2021-2024), Steve Wilkins (2024-2025), and Amy Bonnefond Smucker (2025-Present). David Fowler's tenure empowered faculty to define the policies and programs of the school; the result was revolutionary, with Proctor becoming co-educational and hands-on, real-world experiences embedded in programs such as Wilderness Orientation, Project Period, Mountain Classroom, and language immersion in Spain and France. Amy Bonnefond Smucker became Proctor's first female Head of School in 2025, continuing Proctor's commitment to immersive learning and inclusive leadership.

Community
Proctor Academy creates a diverse learning and living community that values the individual and recognizes the potential of each member to stretch beyond what had been thought possible. The educational model balances academic rigor, structure, and support with the freedom for students to explore, create and define themselves, with a deep emphasis on experiential learning and learning-skills development across academics, athletics, arts, and environmental stewardship. Proctor graduates are collaborative, ethical individuals who leave prepared to be life-long learners and thoughtful contributors to their communities. Off-campus experiences include Global Art Classroom, Mountain Classroom, Ocean Classroom, Proctor en Segovia, Proctor en Monteverde, Project Period, Summer Service Trips, Wilderness Orientation, and Senior Project.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Proctor Academy Parent Association (PAPA) is a service organization dedicated to supporting the school's students, faculty, administration, and staff. In pursuit of this mission, PAPA relies on parent volunteerism; opportunities to volunteer are many, diverse, and fun. PAPA maintains a Steering Committee and provides points of contact for parents, with general meetings held throughout the school year. PAPA Committees include Admissions/Welcoming, Adopt-a-Team, Family Weekend, and Student Activities; roles include coordinating housing, coordinating volunteers, hosting events, and supporting on-campus activities. The Parent Page newsletter is published weekly on Fridays during the school year, and information is shared through the Parent Portal and communications@proctoracademy.org. Debbie Krebs serves as Parent Liaison for questions or suggestions.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Proctor's campus spans 2,500 acres of woodlands and campus proper, with 45 buildings and 20 dormitories. The campus has two synthetic turf fields, an outdoor center with a climbing wall, tennis courts, a hockey rink, a modern fitness center, and a privately owned and operated FIS ski hill. The Farrell Field Complex features two synthetic turf fields and a softball diamond; Farrell Fieldhouse has a gym, locker rooms, athletic training facilities, a large indoor cage, and hardwood basketball courts. The Mike Henriques and Betsy Paine Outdoor Center opened in 2020 and supports mountain biking, skiing, snowboarding, cycling, kayaking, and Wilderness Orientation, with a waxing room, a climbing wall, and locker spaces. Proctor Dining Commons is net-zero ready, the greenest building on campus.

Sports Facilities
Farrell Field Complex features two synthetic turf fields and a softball diamond; one field is illuminated for night games. Farrell Fieldhouse is the athletic center, with a gym, a large indoor cage, hardwood basketball courts, girls' and boys' locker rooms, athletic training facilities, a multipurpose turf training strip, and a modern fitness center. Teddy Maloney ‘88 Hockey Rink is a 200' x 87' rink with refrigeration and dehumidification. Tennis courts sit on a hillside northwest of Farrell Fieldhouse. The Proctor Ski Area is privately owned and operated, and the Scott Pond Climbing Wall provides indoor climbing year-round.

Academic Facilities
An athletics facility renovated in 2018 includes athletics offices, a gymnasium, a fitness center, seven academic classrooms, the History Department, locker and shower rooms, and athletic training facilities. The Proctor Woodlands serve as a living classroom used by Conservation Ecology and Forestry Science classes, and other departments utilize the Woodlands as learning spaces.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Proctor's performing arts facilities anchor the east end of campus: Wilkins Meeting House, Norris Family Theater, Black Box Theater, Scene Shop, Dance Studio, Costume Shop, and the Recording Studio. The performing arts program offers opportunities in theater, instrumental and vocal music, and audio recording; students learn to sing, dance, act, direct, and produce projects. The Studio Arts program is based in Slocumb Hall, with a dedicated ceramics studio, a photography classroom, and a fully functioning dark room. An off-campus European Art Classroom program operates in Aix-en-Provence, France, and Proctor also offers Mountain Classroom as part of its Off-Campus Experiences.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Experiential learning sits at the core of every Proctor student's experience. The educational model integrates academic support for more than a third of the student body, study abroad programs for nearly all students, and a Wilderness Orientation for every student. The Academic Concentrations Program empowers self-directed students to design an individualized program of coursework with a culminating capstone. Five term-long off-campus programs—Mountain Classroom, Ocean Classroom, Proctor in Spain, European Art Classroom, and the Costa Rica Program—have been part of Proctor's offerings for over fifty years.

Arts & Creative
Performing Arts and Visual Arts are offered on campus. The afternoon program includes Theater and Theater Tech, Band and Recording, Robotics, and Rock Climbing. Off-campus experiences such as Global Art Classroom provide cross-cultural art study and hands-on creative exploration.

Cultural & Language
Intercultural awareness is a student-initiated club. Global Art Classroom offers cross-cultural study experiences in art. Proctor in Segovia (Spain) and Proctor in Monteverde (Costa Rica) provide language and cultural immersion.

Social & Hobbies
Students can start and lead extracurricular clubs, with recent examples including improvisational comedy, learning to DJ for dances, and intercultural awareness. The afternoon program also features activities such as Band and Recording, Developmental Skiing and Snowboarding, Horsemanship, Kayaking, Robotics, Rock Climbing, Theater and Theater Tech, and Woods Team.

Community & Service
Leading through serving sits at the heart of the Proctor experience. Students volunteer through programs such as the Andover Elementary School Reading Program, Biology Lab Volunteer, Community Service Afternoon Activity, and Green Key Admission Tour Guides. Regular opportunities include Special Olympics Unified Sports and Summer Service Trips, with additional service through the Woods Team and local food pantry work.

Leadership & Professional
Growing Leaders teaches leadership through experience, with students leading by serving in elected positions, starting clubs or service activities, or participating in off-campus programs. Formal leadership positions—School Leader, Assistant School Leader, class representatives, Day Student Leaders, Team Captains, and dormitory leaders—are elected. Students may also lead by forming a club or activity around a personal interest, reflecting Proctor's entrepreneurial ethos.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Student Health and Wellness is a comprehensive program responsible for the health and well-being of 380 students and more than 150 employees. Residential Life and Day Student Life provide living communities and advisory support. The afternoon program offers outdoor and wellness-related activities, including kayaking, rock climbing, and other physical pursuits, complemented by on-campus health services and the Health and Well-Being Center.
Languages

Language Provision
The school teaches Spanish, French, and Mandarin as world languages. World language credits total 6 for graduation. The language curriculum emphasizes acquisition and application rather than fluency.

Immersion Programs
The school offers off-campus language immersion experiences: Proctor en Segovia, Proctor en Monteverde, and European Art Classroom. These programs immerse students in language and culture as part of the Proctor experience.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Inquire and Learn About Proctor: Take a moment to complete our Inquiry Form. We are excited to begin to get to know your family. The Admissions Team is here to help guide you through the process. 2. Visit Us and Schedule an Interview: Call 603-735-6652 or email admissions@proctoracademy.org to schedule an interview and campus tour, in-person or virtual. This step is required for all applicants. Please ensure you have completed the Inquiry Form so we can make your in-person or virtual visit as valuable as possible. 3. Apply: Applications are due February 1 for a decision on March 10. Proctor accepts the Standard Application Online (SAO). Application requirements include a Parent Statement, Student Essays, Current English and Math Teacher Recommendations, and Grade Reports for the current year and the two past years. International Applicants must provide TOEFL or Duolingo testing, with a TOEFL score of 85 or higher.

Scholarships
Financial aid allows Proctor to support a unique and diverse student body, 44% of whom receive financial assistance. The Proctor Fund funds financial aid and related programs to support students and the school's mission. Details about financing and eligibility are available via the Financial Aid page, and inquiries can be directed to the Admissions Office (admissions@proctoracademy.org).
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