Be You. Become Who You Want to Be.
Investing in a private school education is one of the most important decisions you can make. So is determining the place you want to call home. At Kimball Union Academy, you’ll find a transformational education that puts you at the heart of the experience.
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KUA Design
On the foundation of positive relationships, KUA leverages the science of how the brain works and learns to create intentionally designed experiences and challenges so that all students feel motivated, engaged, and supported.
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Opening of School
Students and parents will find everything they need to prepare for the 2024-2025 school year on the Opening of School page.Get Started -
Athletics
We offer a competitive and engaging athletic and recreational program for student athletes looking to progress in their sport. Our coaches provide incredible instruction for developing student-athletes, at every skill level.Play for KUA
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Scrib Fauver P'10 '12
“Learning is a social endeavor, not a one-size-fits-all delivery system. My learning journey and my students’ learning journeys are not separate. We’re all in this together.”World Languages Department Chair
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Cory McClure P'24 '25
“I want players to care about grades, not just basketball. They need to be good community members who are leaning in.”Boys Varsity Basketball Coach
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Seb '22
“I love it here. I’ve never loved the city so much as when I’ve lived here, because now I have the best of both worlds. For people who haven’t visited the Upper Valley, it’s special. I want to soak this place up.”New York City
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Tong Meltzer
“The nature of our work in boarding school is that we have built-in skills of knowing how to talk to kids in a relatable way. Many adults are really invested in students’ lives beyond just the classroom interactions.”Director of Wellness and Counseling Services
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Annelise '23
“I’ve gotten more comfortable with using my voice and talking to people and that’s part of KUA’s continuous push forward.”New York
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Stella '25
"KUA is a place where new beginnings are celebrated, and where students are encouraged to step out of their comfort zones and make a positive impact on the world around them."New Hampshire
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Claire '23
“I was immediately drawn to the beautiful and charming campus. I know I made the right choice because the KUA community supports me in everything I do.”San Francisco
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Blaine Kopp, PhD
"KUA is animated by our history with this landscape. We each experience it differently, but collectively, we are blessed with amazing environmental resources, cultural opportunities, and natural beauty."Louis Munro ’57 Chair, Environmental Studies
Happening Around Campus
List of 3 news stories.
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Liz McNamara ’01 Cultivates a Farm Evolution
McNamara chocolate milk is a mainstay in Doe Dining Hall, but the McNamara family's growing enterprise ensures a sweet summer for locals and visitors alike here in Plainfield.Read More -
Becca Main Named Akerstrom Chair of Athletics
Kimball Union Academy announced that Becca Main has been named the Akerstrom Chair of Athletics beginning July 1, 2024.Read More -
2024 Awards Recognize Student Achievements
Students were recognized for their outstanding contributions to the Academy at the 2024 Awards Ceremony and Commencement Exercises.Read More
List of 5 events.
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KUA Summer Book Club Zoom 2
Parents and employees will meet by Zoom to discuss The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt.Contact: Kim DaviesRead More -
Okkervil River The Original Lineup: 20 Year Reunion
Celebrate the 20-year reunion of the original Okkervil River lineup - all KUA alums - with a special benefit concert for Whaleback Mountain and The Upper Valley Land Trust.Location: Whaleback MountainContact: Office of AdvancementRead More -
Student Leaders Arrive
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Campus Preparations
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New Student Orientation/Camping Trips Depart
