Academic Hub | Small College Prep School | Canterbury

Academic Hub | Small College Prep School | Canterbury
Academic Hub
Empowering Your Academic Journey
We are thrilled to welcome you to our new Academic Hub, a space where your ambitions and educational pursuits take center stage
Introducing our new
Academic Hub
, a transformative addition to our campus that revolutionizes how we support and enhance your learning experience. Opened in December 2024, the Hub is designed to bring together key academic programs in a central, thoughtfully designed space to help you succeed at every step of your academic journey.
With its open and accessible layout, the Hub integrates every stage of your academic lifecycle at Canterbury, from course selection and personalized support to college counseling and research, ensuring you have all the tools and resources you need in one centralized location.
The Academic Hub encompasses the following key spaces:
Expanded Donovan Center for Learning
Since 2017, the
Donovan Center for Learning
(DCL) has been a cornerstone of the Canterbury academic experience, supporting students at all levels. With this expansion, the DCL offers specialized spaces designed to meet your unique needs and help you excel in every area of your learning.
Highlights include:
dedicated open-seating
area for quick access to resources and a quiet study zone
Individualized
math and writing labs
for focused academic support
A versatile
small-group testing room
for both collaborative study sessions and exam settings
A shared
large-group classroom
connecting the DCL with the library for cross-functional use
This new space has been mindfully designed to enable all learners to thrive.
alison bailey
director of the donovan center for learning
Keefe Center for College Counseling
The new
Keefe Center for College Counseling
reimagines how you prepare for life after Canterbury, offering a thoughtfully designed space that puts personalized guidance and collaboration at the forefront. Located near key academic resources and staff, the center ensures you have the support you need as you navigate each step of the college process.
Features include:
Dedicated
offices
for personalized one-on-one sessions
college workroom
, home to our flagship College Workgroup program, providing an environment tailored for both self-directed research and small-group guidance
spacious reception area
for welcoming students, families, and college admissions representatives
Academics and college placement go hand-in-hand. This space brings both areas together, making it easier for students to take charge of their future.
Sarah ferland
director of college counseling
Revitalized Copley Library
At the core of the Academic Hub is the newly renovated David C. Copley ’70 Library, a central resource designed to elevate your research and learning experience. It provides a space to develop digital literacy, access advanced tools like AI-driven resources, and tackle long-term academic projects.
Key features include:
research hub and workroom
equipped with digital and traditional tools
Quiet reading nooks
for independent study
Shared spaces for
collaborative projects
that integrate seamlessly with other Hub resources
Teaching Commons for Faculty Excellence
The Academic Hub isn’t just for students—it also empowers faculty. The Teaching Commons is a dynamic space dedicated to teacher collaboration and professional development. This commitment to faculty growth directly enhances your classroom experience by fostering engaging and forward-thinking instruction.
The space features a
versatile faculty workroom
designed for planning, preparation, mentorship programs, retreats, and roundtable discussions, with flexible configurations to support collaboration and professional growth