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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Family Weekend
KUA Families are invited join us for Family Weekend, October 18-19!Learn More -
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 '28
“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 4 news stories.
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New Faculty Find a Home at KUA
As we start off the new academic year, we welcome not only new students but also new faculty who are diving into boarding school life.Read More -
Three Ways to Embrace the Amazing Journey Ahead
Bill Diamond received the 2024 Mikula Award, an annual award given to a faculty member in recognition of teaching excellence. At Convocation, he drew from years of boarding-school experience on how make each moment count.Read More -
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
List of 5 events.
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Club Fair
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Admission Open House
Come explore KUA from the people who know it best - our faculty and students.Contact: Office of AdmissionRead More -
Admission Open House
Come explore KUA from the people who know it best - our faculty and students.Contact: Office of AdmissionRead More -
Coffee House
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Mountain Day
