Hampstead Academy
Coordinates: 42°51′58″N 71°08′47″W / 42.86611°N 71.14639°W Hampstead Academy is an independent school situated on a wooded 9-acre (36,000 m2) campus in southeastern New Hampshire. Established in 1978, Hampstead Academy is approved by the New Hampshire State Department of Education and Health and Human Services, and is fully accredited by New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC). The school has active memberships in the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), Independent School Association of Northern New England (ISANNE) and the New Hampshire Science Teachers Association. Located on 320 East Road, Hampstead, the school serves students in Preschool through Grade 8.
The school is currently operating with an enrollment of 180 students, 160 attending Grades 1-8 and 20 attending preschool and kindergarten. The majority of Hampstead Academy students reside within a radius of approximately 25 miles (40 km) of the school, including more than 30 New Hampshire and Massachusetts towns.
Subjects taught
- Language Arts - Guided Reading, Literature-Based, Process Writing, Poetry, Journals, Publishing, Grammar, Study Skills
- Mathematics - Concepts, Computation, Problem Solving, Computer Enhanced Applications, Algebra,Geometry
- Science - STEM/STEAM based program, Earth, Life, Physical, Environmental, Hands-on Labs, Nature Trail
- Social Studies - American/World History, Geography, Current Events, Field Trips
- Technology - is integrated throughout the curriculum with emphasis on research/media fluency, digital citizenship, programming concepts, internet use and safety, databases, video production, keyboarding, word processing and innovation
- Creative Arts - Fine Arts, Performing Arts, Music, Chorus, Orchestra, Instrument Lessons
- Foreign Language - Spanish, Chinese, Latin
- Library - Literacy, Research Skills, Storytelling, Storytime
- Physical Education - Health and Nutrition, Fitness, Sports, Personal Development
- Electives - Crafts, Running, Yoga, Orienteering, Math Counts, Math League, Lego League, Drama, Robotics, Sea Perch
- MakerSpace - Integrating Science, Technology Engineering, Art and Mathematics
Athletics
Hampstead Academy offers a variety of in-school and after-school sports activities. The program includes Soccer, Cross Country, Swimming, Volleyball, Basketball, Skiing, Baseball and Golf. In all cases, cooperative team spirit and physical fitness are primary goals.
Enrichment programs
Throughout the year, after-school enrichment activities and sports are offered for students' interest and enjoyment. Some of the activities take place on school grounds, while others are at off-campus locations. Hampstead Academy's after-school sports program includes intramural sports, soccer, baseball, bowling, cross country, swimming, basketball, skiing, snowboarding and golf. Other enrichment programs offered include SSAT preparation, Improvisational Theater, Drama Club, Student Council, Yearbook Club, Chinese Club, Destination ImagiNation, Lego League, STEM, Chess, SeaPerch, Orchestra, Chorus and Instrument lessons.