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Being yourself is just the beginning. 

Becoming who you're meant to be is the Thornton Academy experience. Established in 1811, Thornton Academy is a private day and boarding school serving grades 6 through 12 in Saco, Maine, USA.

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It happens here.

Building purpose and confidence through opportunities and belonging. 

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Thornton Voices

There are many different types of students at Thornton Academy. Hear from a few of them on why TA lives up to its vision of be who you are, become who you want to be. 

No matter where you go or what path you take, you'll be welcomed and you'll be supported through it all.

Brooklyn Desrochers '27

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It’s such an embracing community of students and staff that all culminates to give an environment where students are able to thrive no matter where they come from, no matter who they are, or who they want to become.

Tobias Fidalgo '28

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Being a boarding student at TA is amazing. I got to meet people from all over the world, have new experiences, and get out of my comfort zone. At the end of the day, I’ll remember this experience forever. 

Elisa Pessoa '27

The community is amazing and you just get to know so many people, and it prepares you for Thornton Academy. 

Gretchen Lane '31

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I like science because it helps explain the world around us and, in a world thats ever-changing by technology, I think it’s more important now more than ever to understand the fundamentals. 

Noah Loveys-Messenger '28

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Life at Thornton Academy

Endless Opportunities

More than 200 courses offered, including 26 AP and 40+ honors classes

Commitment to Technology

Nationally recognized as an Apple Distinguished School since 2014

Safe, Accessible Location

Campus located 10 minutes from the beach, 90 minutes to Boston, two hours from world-class skiing

Preparing for the Future

Students move on to prestigious four-year universities around the country and the globe

Diversity from Home and Abroad

Population includes students from more than 25 countries and more than 30 New England towns

STEM Focus in Every Grade

Using modern STEM labs and the surrounding forests and environment for hands-on, experiential learning

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Explore Our Campus

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Set on 40 acres in the ideal location - 10 minutes from the beach, 90 minutes from Boston, and two hours from world-class skiing, Thornton Academy combines the natural beauty of its surroundings with tradition and innovation to offer a beautiful campus.