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As you begin your search for the right school for your child, look at as many schools as you can. Make a list of all the schools which interest you. Once you have done that, you can begin to shorten the list and visit the schools which seem to be the best match.
Berwick Academy, South Berwick
Religious affiliation: Nonsectarian
Grades: K-12
School Type: Coeducational, day school
Comments: Berwick Academy is dedicated to providing children with the tools necessary to become lifelong learners and participating members of society. The school was founded in 1791.
The Boxberry School, Norway
Religious affiliation: Nonsectarian
Grades: K-8
School Type: Coeducational, day school
Comments: The Boxberry School offers multi-aged classes and a focus on the arts and hands-on learning. The curriculum is based on the Maine Learning Results.
Breakwater School, Portland
Religious affiliation: Nonsectarian
Grades: K-8
School Type: Coeducational, day school
Comments: Founded in 1956, Breakwater School is a school in the progressive tradition. It offers a challenging, child-centered learning experience for elementary and middle-school aged children.
Bridgton Academy, North Bridgton
Religious affiliation: Nonsectarian
Grades: PG
School Type: Boys, boarding/day school
Comments: Founded in 1808, Bridgton Academy offers young men a post-graduate year. Each student's course of study is custom-designed for him to fit his needs.
Carrabassett Valley Academy, Carrabassett Valley
Religious affiliation: Nonsectarian
Grades: 8-PG
School Type: Coeducational, day school
Comments: Carrabassett Valley Academy trains young people in snow sports and provides them a solid academic experience as well.
Catherine McAuley High School, Portland
Religious affiliation: Roman Catholic
Grades: 8-12
School Type: Coeducational, day school
Comments: Catherine McAuley High School gives young women a unique and enriching high school experience which lays the foundations for life. The school is operated by the Sisters of Mercy.
Cheverus High School, Portland
Religious affiliation: Roman Catholic
Grades: 9-12
School Type: Boys, day school
Comments: Cheverus High School is a Jesuit school. It give young men a challenging and stimulating high school experience designed to provide a solid foundation for achievements in later life.
L'Ecole Française du Maine, South Freeport
Religious affiliation: Nonsectarian
Grades: PK-7
School Type: Coeducational, day school
Comments: L'Ecole Française du Maine offers a French immersion program for elementary age children. It uses the French curriculum and the Maine Learning Results giving its graduates both options.
Foxcroft Academy, Dover-Foxcroft
Religious affiliation: Nonsectarian
Grades: 9-12
School Type: Coeducational, day school
Comments: Foxcroft Academy provides a variety of college preparatory courses designed to expand students' thinking and develop the skills necessary to succeed at college level studies. The school was founded in 1823.
Fryeburg Academy, Fryeburg
Religious affiliation: Nonsectarian
Grades: 9-12
School Type: Coeducational, day school
Comments: Fryeburg Academy offers a structured and challenging environment that encourages spiritual, moral, academic and social growth. The school was founded in 1792.
Gould Academy, Bethel
Religious affiliation: Nonsectarian
Grades: 9-PG
School Type: Coeducational, boarding/day school
Comments: Gould Academy is dedicated to providing young people with the tools necessary to become lifelong learners and participating members of society.
Kents Hill School, Kents Hill
Religious affiliation: Nonsectarian
Grades: 9-12
School Type: Coeducational, boarding/day school
Comments: Kents Hill School provides a variety of college preparatory courses designed to expand students' thinking and develop the skills necessary to succeed at college level studies. It is accredited by New England Association of Secondary Schools and Colleges.
Maine Central Institute, Pittsfield
Religious affiliation: Nonsectarian
Grades: 9-12
School Type: Coeducational, boarding/day school
Comments: Maine Central Institute was founded in 1866. It gives young people a unique and enriching high school experience which lays the foundations for life.
North Yarmouth Academy, Yarmouth
Religious affiliation: Nonsectarian
Grades: 6-12
School Type: Coeducational, day school
Comments: North Yarmouth Academy is dedicated to fostering integrity, character and intellect in young adults. The school offers an Experiential Education Program in the upper school.

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