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Fay School

Southborough, Massachusetts, USA
Co-Ed, No Religious Affiliation

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Founded in 1866 and located 25 miles from Boston in Southborough, Massachusetts, Fay School is an independent, coeducational day and boarding school for 475 students in Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 9. The School’s boarding program (grades seven through nine) serves 120 students from throughout the United States and more than 20 foreign countries, forming a true multicultural community that is a unique and defining aspect of the School.

Fay’s challenging academic program emphasizes the development of solid foundational skills, preparing students for the intellectual demands of independent secondary schools. Fay’s supportive learning environment affords students the opportunity to develop close relationships with the School’s caring and dedicated faculty.

In the spirit of our motto, Poteris Modo Velis ("You Can If You Will"), Fay seeks students who embrace the School’s core values of Academic Excellence, Earnest Effort, Honorable Conduct, Dedicated Service, and Wellness of Mind, Body, and Spirit. Through participation in a wide variety of athletic, artistic, extracurricular, and service activities, Fay students gain a better understanding of their interests and talents and become actively engaged, community-minded citizens who take initiative and assume leadership roles. Fay is committed to educating each child to his or her full potential through a broad, balanced, and challenging program that establishes a solid foundation for a productive and fulfilling life.

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48 Main Street
Southborough, Massachusetts, USA 01772

(508) 485-0100

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Director of Admissions: Beth Whitney
Admissions Phone:(508) 490-8201Fax:508-481-7872
Email: [email protected] Website:
www.fayschool.org


  • Application Deadline: Rolling
  • Application Fee: $50
  • International Application Fee: $100
  • Accepts SSAT Standard Application Online (SAO): Yes
  • Accepts Gateway to Prep Schools Application: Yes
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  • Founded: 1866
  • Campus Size: 66 acres
  • Grades Offered: kindergarten-9th
  • Accredited by: AISNE
Student Body
Boarding
Grades 7th-9th
Day
Grades kindergarten-9th
Total
Girls     61 164 225
Boys     87 154 241
Total     148 318 466

Tuition and Financial Aid
  • 7-Day Boarding: $65,060
  • 5-Day Boarding: $58,500
  • Day Tuition Fee: $38,550
  • Payment Plans: Offered
  • Need-Based Aid: Offered
  • Students Receiving Aid: 23.00%
  • Average Awarded: $26,411
School Finances
  • Merit Scholarships: Not Offered
  • Students Receiving Merit Scholarships: 0.00%
  • Average Merit Scholarship: $0
  • Current Endowment: $50,146,839
  • Per Student Endowment: $107,611
 

Department Director: Robert Gustavson Jr., Head of School

Average Class Size: 14

Full Time Teachers: 80

Teachers Holding Advanced Degrees: 88.00%

Student/Teacher Ratio: 6:1

Summer Programs Offered: Offered

Academic Schedule: Semester

Support Programs
  • ESL: Beginning
  • ESL: Intermediate
  • ESL: Advanced
  • Learning Center
English:
  • Classics
  • Creative Writing
  • Literature
  • Poetry
History:
  • Classical History
  • United States History
  • World History
  • Diagnosing The Modern World
Foreign Languages:
  • Chinese-Mandarin
  • French
  • Spanish
  • Latin
Sciences:
  • Biology
  • Physical Science
  • Life Science
Math:
  • Algebra
  • Geometry
  • Pre-Calculus
Computer Studies:
  • Computer Programming
Performing/Visual Arts:
  • 3-D Design
  • Acting
  • Art
  • Art History
  • Ceramics
  • Dance
  • Drama
  • Drawing
  • Film and Video
  • Painting
  • Pottery
  • Printmaking
  • Public Speaking
  • Publications
  • Sculpture
  • Theater Arts
  • Woodworking
Special Programs:
  • Community Service
  • Leadership
  • Wellness
Distinctive or New Programs:
  • Creators Class
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Summary: Fay is a “home away from home” for our residential students. We strive to create a family atmosphere based on respect for one’s self and for others. We live, learn, and grow together with guidance and supervision from dedicated teachers and staff, the majority of whom live on campus.

Department Director: Courtney Sargent

Dorm Life

Number of Dorms: 6

Average Students Per Dorm: 15

No. of Girls Dorms: 3

No. of Boys Dorms: 3

Dorm Amenities:

  • Lounge

Dress Code: Formal

Student Life

Summary: Fay students are well rounded and balanced individuals who push themselves to be the best they can be inside and outside the classroom. From helping in the Primary School to serving as ninth-grade proctors to collecting recyclables with the Green Squad, we hope that each of our students will take advantage of all the wonderful and exciting opportunities Fay has to offer.

Facilities

  • Baseball field(s)
  • Basketball court(s)
  • Fitness Center
  • Technology Center
  • Volleyball court(s)
  • Football field
  • Indoor basketball court(s)
  • Pool
  • Indoor climbing wall

Clubs and Organizations

  • Chess Club
  • Community Service
  • Debate Club
  • Diversity Club
  • Dorm Proctors
  • Environmental Club
  • Foreign Language Clubs
  • International Clubs
  • Literary Magazine
  • Math Club
  • Newspaper
  • Outing Club
  • Photography
  • Student Activities
  • Student Government
  • Student Publications
  • Theater
  • Yearbook
  • Yoga
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Arts Department Director: Philip Montgomery

Athletics Department Director: Rob Feingold

Arts
  • Brass Ensemble
  • Choral Music
  • Jazz Ensemble
  • String Ensemble
  • Tech Crew
  • Theater
Interscholastic Sports
  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Cross-Country Running
  • Field Hockey
  • Football
  • Ice Hockey
  • Lacrosse
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Squash
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field
  • Volleyball
  • Wrestling
Recreational Sports
  • Aerobics
  • Alpine Skiing
  • Dance
  • Golf
  • Hiking
  • Snowboarding
  • Tennis
 

College Information

Notable Alumni

Peter Fonda (Class of 1954) actor

Doug Brown (Class of 1979) NHL right winger

Brandon Bush (Class of 1988) keyboardist for the bands Train & Sugarland

Topher Grace (Class of 1994) actor

Hashim Hussein (Class of 1996) Prince of Jordan

Tarah Donoghue Breed (Class of 1997) Deputy Press Secretary to First Lady Laura Bush

George "Monk" Foreman (Class of 1998) professional boxer


 

Summary: FaySummer offers dynamic, hands-on day and overnight programs for children entering Pre-Kindergarten through ninth grade. Our expert teachers and counselors provide an engaging, nurturing, and safe atmosphere that encourages exploration, creativity, and lasting connections among children and adults.

Department Director: Christopher Ridolfi

Fay English Immersion Program

International families who want their children (ages 10-15) to be educated in the United States have a unique opportunity at Fay School during the summer: our English Immersion Program, which runs for a five-week session.

Registration Deadline: N/A
Financial Aid Available:  No
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Fay Academic Adventures

Now’s your chance to try something new: build a robot, write a poem, create your own business, learn Chinese....the choice is yours! Academic Adventures is a two-week boarding and enrichment experience for ages 10-14.

Registration Deadline: N/A
Financial Aid Available:  No
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Fay Day Camp

June 26, 2017 to August 25, 2017

Fay Day Camp is a traditional day camp for ages 3-15 that features busy days full of fun activities & many opportunities to explore, discover, create, & connect. Campers are grouped by age, & daily schedules include swimming lessons. 9 one-week sessions, June 26 - August 25.

Registration Deadline: June 26, 2017
Financial Aid Available:  No
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