West Nottingham Academy
Tel: (410)658-9279
- West Nottingham Academy (WNA) is a small college-preparatory boarding and day school for grades 9-12 and post graduates, conveniently located in Northeastern Maryland and a one hour drive from Baltimore and Philadelphia.
- Founded in 1744, WNA is the oldest boarding school in America.
- Our student body is approximately 30% day and 70% boarding, with 40% of our students coming from around the globe.
- If you are ready to be part of a unique and challenging school that will prepare you for college and the rest of your life we just might be the right fit for you! At West Nottingham we love helping students who enjoy learning, being challenged and sharing their educational journey with others.
- With 14 AP classes and a robust fine arts department, WNA is home to the highly regarded Chesapeake Learning Center, which works with approximately 20% of our population diagnosed with mild learning differences.
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools |
| Grades Offered | Grades 9-12 |
| Offers Post-Graduate Year | Yes |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Learning Programs Supported | Mild to Moderate Learning Differences |
| Year Founded | 1744 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 133 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 15%
State avg.: 33% |
| Students by Grade |  |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 25 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 5:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 70%
|
| Average Class Size | 11 students |
| Number of AP Courses | 14 courses |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
| Average SAT score | 1110 |
| Average ACT score | 21 |
| Matriculation DataMatric. Data | Link to Matriculation Data |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (polo shirts & khakis) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Tuition Notes | $18,200 Day Student Tuition 2015-16 $48,500 Boarding School Tuition 2015-16 |
| % on Financial Aid | 51%
|
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $25,000 |
| Acceptance Rate | 61%
National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | Nancy Nolan |
| Admissions Associate | Lauren Lewis |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 12 sports |
| Sports | Badminton, Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Figure Skating, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Tennis, Volleyball, WeightliftingBadminton, Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Figure Skating, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Tennis, Volleyball, Weightlifting, |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 9 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Choir, Drama/Theatre Club, Green Rams - Environmentalist Club, Martial Arts / Self-Defense, Music Club, Photography, Service Learning/Community Service, Student Government, Yearbook Choir, Music Club, Photography, Yearbook, Drama/Theatre Club, Green Rams - Environmentalist Club, Martial Arts / Self-Defense, Service Learning/Community Service, Student Government, |
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School Reviews
| 5 5/17/2016 West Nottingham offers a really diverse and accepting environment that you won't receive at most schools. People who are different at WNA and greeted with open arms. The small classes really help with learning. Being in a small school really helps you with knowing everyone. It's not one of those schools where you pass kids in the hallways and don't even know their name. All of the weekend field trips are a bonus. I highly recommend West Nottingham for anyone who wishes to seek a higher level of education within a warm, and welcoming community. - Posted by Student/Alumni - nsmit |
| 5 5/17/2016 West Nottingham is a great small community with a lot of love and support from both the students and faculty. I love being a boarding student at WNA! It's great to feel as though you are right at home on campus. Unlike most schools, we have a lot of children running around campus! The teachers are more than educators; they act as a second family! The personalized attention is perfect for all the students, especially you don't fully understand a topic during class. The teachers are always available for you! WNA offers many fun activities on the weekends for both boarding and day students! Students don't have to be afraid to ask questions or make suggestions, the administrators are always open to new ideas! - Posted by Student/Alumni - mckay |
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