James Proctor

At Worcester Academy, our day and boarding school has been cultivating academic excellence and shaping leaders since 1834. Our mission is to instill in our students the desire to learn throughout life, to engage passionately with the world around them, and to be honorable persons of strong and resourceful character. Our urban setting, diverse community, and challenging curriculum provide them with a solid, real-world education. Visit Worcester Academy and you'll find motivated students and exceptional teachers engaged in dynamic, experiential learning. We challenge assumptions and collaborate in search of a greater understanding of our world. Our Middle School, grades 6-8, utilizes an interdisciplinary curriculum that teaches students how to think critically, logically, and analytically. Our high school, grades 9-12 and postgraduates, includes over 30 Honors and AP courses, 5 language choices (including Mandarin), 42 arts offerings and a math program that is recognized throughout New England for its excellence. Students gain global perspective through opportunities that extend beyond the classroom and use 21st-century tools to enhance their learning and self-expression. What are you waiting for?! Learn more about how we prepare students to "Achieve the Honorable"​ at www.worcesteracademy.org, or visit us in person today! We can't wait to welcome you!