Hampstead Academy


Hampstead Academy is a private, independent, STEM and STEAM, day school situated on a wooded campus in southeastern New Hampshire. Established in 1978, Hampstead Academy is approved by the New Hampshire State Department of Education and Health and Human Services, and is fully accredited by New England Association of Schools and Colleges and is SEVIS certified. Located on 320 East Road, Hampstead, the school serves students in Preschool through Grade 8.
The school is currently operating with an enrollment of 30 students, 25 attending Grades 1-8 and 5 attending preschool and kindergarten. The majority of Hampstead Academy students reside within a radius of approximately of the school, including Salem, Nashua, Derry, and Manchester New Hampshire and Methuen, Andover, and Lawrence Massachusetts.

Subjects taught

Hampstead Academy offers a variety of in-school and after-school sports activities. The program includes Soccer, Cross Country, Swimming, Volleyball, Basketball, Skiing, Baseball and Golf. In all cases, cooperative team spirit and physical fitness are primary goals.

Enrichment programs

Throughout the year, after-school enrichment activities and sports are offered for students' interest and enjoyment. Some of the activities take place on school grounds, while others are at off-campus locations. Hampstead Academy's after-school sports program includes intramural sports, soccer, baseball, bowling, cross country, swimming, basketball, skiing, snowboarding and golf. Other enrichment programs offered include SSAT preparation, Improvisational Theater, Drama Club, Student Council, Yearbook Club, Chinese Club, Destination ImagiNation, Lego League, STEM, Chess, SeaPerch, Orchestra, Chorus and Instrument lessons.