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Welcome to Governor Dummer Academy
America's oldest independent boarding school.

One Elm Street
Byfield, Massachusetts, U.S.A.
508-465-1763 Voice
508-462-1278 Fax
Home: www.gda.org

Philosophy

Consistent with the teachings of Master Moody, Governor Dummer Academy today shapes its academic mission within the doctrine that character and conduct are significant aspects of a secondary education. The Academy's Cooperative Learning concept, athletic competition and extracurricular activities all encourage group work among students to develop and promote team skills that are critical in future schooling and careers.

The Academy also places great importance on cultural, sociological and ethnic diversity among its students. At present, the 340-member student body represents 18 U.S. states and 16 countries worldwide. The Academy maintains active national and international outreach programs designed to locate prospective students from various regions and backgrounds. An equally active scholarship program provides that diversity is not inhibited by economic circumstances.

Governor Dummer Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or national or ethnic origin in admissions or in the administration of school programs.