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Gould's mountain view of the Mahoosuc range at sunset

Discover Gould. Discover Yourself.

Gould Academy is not just a school. It's a journey of self-discovery.

Nestled in the beautiful Western Mountains of Maine, Gould promotes intellectual exploration and personal growth through a unique blend of rigorous academics and experiential learning. Here, students challenge their assumptions in a safe, nurturing environment, whether it’s through our renowned snow sports programs, cutting-edge Maker Space, or our one-of-a-kind experiential program. At Gould, we don’t just prepare students for a test—we prepare them for life.

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Gould’s Anti-Discrimination Policy

Gould Academy does not discriminate against qualified students on the basis of sex, national origin, disability, ancestry, race, creed, color, gender identity, religion, or sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable law in the administration of its educational policies, admission, financial aid, loans, and other school programs. 

At Gould, we approach our work with young people from a firm belief that each person is of great value; at Gould, we embrace all LGBTQAI+ students, families, and school staff, and are dedicated to working together as a community to create an inclusive and affirming environment for all members.

 

Quick Facts

456 Acre Campus

Mountains, woods, and room to explore.

 

$3.8M in Financial Aid

Awarded annually, supporting access and opportunity.

230 Students

A close-knit, connected community.

24 Honors & AP Classes

Academic challenge, real preparation.

20%  International Students

Global perspectives in daily life.

 

18 Sports Teams

Plenty of ways to play, train, and compete.

1230  Average SAT Score

Strong results, built on strong support.

11  Average Class Size

Small classes, big impact.

170 Miles from Boston

Gould is located in the Western Mountains of Maine just three hours from Boston and an hour and a half from Portland, and only five minutes from Sunday River Resort

An illustrated map of New England with Gould, Portland, Maine, and Boston represented

 

11 Steinway Pianos

We’re proud to be an All-Steinway School.

 

6:1  Student to Faculty Ratio

Close relationships, real mentorship.

70%  Boarding

Living and learning together builds connection.

6  Miles to Sunday River

Ski, ride, and train just down the road at Sunday River!

A diverse group of students celebrate the Lunar New Year

Students come from
19 States & 13 Countries

A truly diverse and international boarding experience.

 

What Sets Gould Apart?

Student leaders and faculty work together in a workshop before the start of school

 

Getting Connected and Being Known

Students thrive in Gould’s close-knit college-prep environment built on faculty and advisor mentorship. Alumni and visiting professionals bring fresh perspectives and real-world insights to campus each year.

Mentorship at Gould

A Gould student takes a private cello lesson with a distance learning instructor from the Manhattan School of Music

 

Next Level Music Instruction

Through our partnership with the Manhattan School of Music, students can study one-on-one with conservatory faculty every week, right from campus.

Performing Arts at Gould

A Mountainous Advantage 

Sunday River Resort is just six miles away, and Gould offers competitive and recreational snow sports opportunities supported by expert coaching and personalized instruction. An unparalleled partnership in a world-class setting.

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A student and faculty in the IDEAS Center work on a Fashion Design project

 

Learning by Doing

From creating in The Marlon Family IDEAS Center to experiential learning during Four Point, students put their learning into action in real ways. Programs like REACHOUT and Gould Goes Green connect classroom learning to real impacts in the community.

Experiential Learning at Gould

A Gould faculty teaches history students around a Harkness table

 

A Life of the Mind

At Gould, curious students shape their own education through flexible schedules, engaging electives, and independent project opportunities that promote in-depth exploration.

Academics at Gould

 

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