MISSIONSuffield Academy is a coeducational independent secondary school serving a diverse community of day and boarding students. Our school has a tradition of academic excellence combined with a strong work ethic. A commitment to scholarship and a respect for individual differences guide our teaching and curriculum. We engender among our students a sense of responsibility, and they are challenged to grow in a structured and nurturing environment. The entire academic, athletic, and extracurricular experience prepares our students for a lifetime of learning, leadership, and active citizenship.HEAD OF SCHOOLCharles Cahn IIISTUDENT BODY410 students: 275 boarding / 135 dayGrades 9-PG55% male / 45% female Students from 19 states60 International students from 29 countries, comprising 15% of the school's enrollmentAverage class size is 10 studentsFACULTY87 dedicated men and women are on the faculty at Suffield Academy, 61 of whom have or are working toward graduate degreesFaculty members and their families live on campus and serve as advisors, coaches, dormitory parents, activity supervisors and trip leaders90% of faculty members live on campusDORMITORIES13 total, ranging in size from 7 to 46 studentsDorms range in style from traditional dormitories to colonial-era housesAll dorms are run by full-time faculty membersAll dorm rooms are wired for both telephone and Internet useAll dorms have a common area with cable television