Durham Academy
Private School in Durham, NC
At Durham Academy, we trust that the richness of the learning environment matters. Therefore, we provide our students depth, choices, complexities and challenges, aiming to intensify their learning experience. It matters that kindergarten kids are exposed to interesting literature as they earn reading skills. It matters that Middle School students can choose to study Latin and that homework pushes them beyond worksheets and into real creativity. It matters that Upper School students choose classes such as Bioethics, Film and Narrative and Advanced Placement Statistics, along with other AP courses.
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Durham Academy
read moreGoing back to my roots at Durham Academy, my introduction to the entertainment industry as a business. I feel more on the hook than I've ever felt to give everything that I have. I've never, ever seen or worked with such hardworking people in my entire life, who are so dedicated to the health and well-being of folks in our state. The Durham Academy Summer team has envisioned a fresh approach to DA Summer for 2021 - a transformative all-day camp experience that keeps campers close to home but feeling far away as they gain independence and confidence.
About Us
read moreAt Durham Academy, teachers change lives. They are genuine, curious, passionate, striving, generous and accountable teachers/learners. They nurture, inspire, engage and challenge students of all ages and backgrounds, modeling the path to moral, happy, productive lives in an inclusive school community. Does this sound like you? We can't wait to get to know you! Durham Academy accepts applications to fill vacancies as they become available. Due to the high volume of inquiries we receive, we regret we cannot respond to telephone calls and we are unable to interview every candidate.
Applying & Enrolling to DA
read moreThank you for considering Durham Academy for your child's future! Our goal is to enroll academically qualified students with diverse backgrounds and talents who will make a positive contribution to the life of the school. Our school is fully enrolled for the current academic year. For those interested in DA for the 2021-2022 academic year, please follow the steps outlined below. We invite you to get to learn more about Durham Academy by checking out our online tour and attending a Virtual Tour & Information Sessions, a Q&A with the Enrollment Management team or a Virtual Student Visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
read moreThe student must live with an immediate family member (mother or father) in the Triangle (Raleigh, Durham or Chapel Hill, North Carolina). We do not set up or provide housing for international students since we are not a boarding school. Because we do not offer ESL (English as a Second Language) courses at our school, students must have fluent English skills, both written and spoken. We ask that international students take either the ISEE (Independent School Entrance Exam) or the SSAT (Secondary Schools Admissions Test), as well as the TOEFL.
Private School Admissions & Financial
read moreFor the 2020-2021 school year, DA's hybrid learning plan prioritizes the healthy and safety of our students, families, faculty and staff; fulfills our mission of preparing students for moral, happy, productive lives; and upholds our commitment to academic excellence. Explore DA's Cavs Connected page to learn more about the protocols that allowed for a safe return to campus and after school options. Students who need to or choose to remain at home are able to continue learning without interruption, thanks to a robust online curriculum.
Alumni
read moreDurham Academy's 5,000-plus alumni comprise a varied group - spread around the globe and fulfilling DA's mission of enabling each student to live a "moral, happy and productive life." One is a coffee buyer who travels the world forging relationships with growers and influencing trade policy. Another is a world-class pianist. Several are passing on the gift of a DA education as faculty and staff at their alma mater. Each is leaving an indelible mark on the world. The Alumni Association serves as your link to the school, keeping you informed and involved with Durham Academy and recognizing your accomplishments.