World Academy vs. 2nd Nature Academy (SNA)
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School Overview
School
Top Rankings
World Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Hampshire for:
2nd Nature Academy (SNA) ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Hampshire for:
Overview
World Academy offers quality, cutting edge programs for children from Six Weeks through Grade Eight. Our focus is on excellence, personalized curriculum and supporting families with a continuum of year-round quality education, nurturing and recreation for our students.
We provide developmentally appropriate classes for our youngest an sweetest, building foundations strong in Science, Technology, Engineering Math and the Arts in order to best prepare students for success in their 21st Century future. We focus on collaboration, diversity, critical thinking, problem solving, soft skills and the well-rounded child in order to build a happy, successful person.
Additionally, our curriculum bolsters a sense of competence, promotes a love of literacy and learning, encourages respect and tolerance, provides for diverse interactions, and features enrichment and individualized learning.
Our school is NEASC accredited and state-licensed, and provides for all ages and stages in our independent, developmentally appropriate, rigourous 21st century programs for children in Nursery, Preschool, Elementary and Middle School classes with a SummerQuest and Enrichment Camp summer options.
We accomplish our mission through an in-depth, quality curriculum, small classes, inspired staff, and a focus on excellence in education, student empowerment, diversity, values and the attainment of conflict resolution and negotiation skills.
Our beautiful 55,000 square foot state of the art facility on our Nashua campus features light and airy classrooms, specialized student spaces for all ages, a gymnasium and theater with a climbing wall, a gorgeous 2 story Middle School, a safe and secure Entrance Hall with cameras and special card entry system, a student cafe and fully outfitted kitchen. Outside, we offer 4 developmentally appropriate playgrounds, a soccer field, 2 swimming pools and nature trails.
At 2nd Nature Academy (SNA) Elementary, Middle, & High School, we foster a rigorous and responsive learning environment where students thrive, not simply survive, in their formative academic years.
We encourage students to explore, inquire, collaborate, create, analyze, and solve relevant problems.
Our unique and original educational model combines elements of skills-based curricula, Project Based Learning, transdisciplinary studies, and whole child philosophy.
We maintain a low student to teacher ratio to allow teachers the flexibility to implement strategies for differentiated, individualized instruction and build positive relationships with students.
Teachers set expectations for high standards and academic achievement while also supporting social emotional health and wellness for all students.
Grades Offered
NS-8
NS-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
dyslexia/mild learning differences
n/a
Year Founded
1980
1997
Students Body
Total Students
508 students
179 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
40%
16%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Nursery Students
125
47
Pre-K Students
67
47
Kindergarten Students
37
6
Grade 1 Students
33
7
Grade 2 Students
37
4
Grade 3 Students
29
4
Grade 4 Students
31
15
Grade 5 Students
39
10
Grade 6 Students
42
3
Grade 7 Students
37
4
Grade 8 Students
31
14
Grade 9 Students
-
6
Grade 10 Students
-
7
Grade 11 Students
-
4
Grade 12 Students
-
1
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
15 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
50%
40%
Average Class Size
n/a
12
Number of AP Classes
n/a
3
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:6
1:12
Average SAT score
n/a
1410
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
(Grades 3-8 wear uniforms)
(Grades 3-8 wear uniforms)
Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Oct. 15 / rolling
Tuition Cost
n/a
$19,260
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies by program from six weeks through Grade Eight. Elementary and Middle School tuition for ranges from $1,110 per month to $1300 per month, paid over 9.5 months.
$15420: Kindergarten - Grade 5 | $16,500: Grades 6-8 | $19260: Grades 9-12 (For early childhood pricing or additional details, please visit https://www.2ndnatureacademy.com/tuition.)
% on Financial Aid
5%
20%
Average Financial Aid Grant
n/a
$3,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
75%
Admissions Director
Samantha Wingate
Kaitlin Quinn-Stearns
Admissions Associate
Admissions Email
Meghan Ayer
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6
4
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
12
10
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
3-D Print Club, Chess Club, Continental Math League, Environmental Club, Esports Team, Instrument Instruction, Middle School Play, Robotics Teams, Rock Climbing, Stem Club, Student Government, Visual Arts Club
Community Service Projects, Creative arts courses, Cross country, Dance Committee, Debate Team, Drama Club, Fine arts courses, Ski and Snowboard Club, Student Government, Winter Conditioning Club