Private School in Dartmouth, Southcoast MA - Age 3 to Grade 8 - Friends Academy
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Private School in Dartmouth, Southcoast MA - Age 3 to Grade 8 - Friends Academy
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A School Where Children Feel Known, Engaged, and Challenged
Students at Friends Academy build a strong educational foundation through academics, community, respect for differences, responsible citizenship, and a sense of well-being — setting them up for a lifetime of learning and growth.
Ages 3 & 4
Early Childhood
Our youngest students grow, learn, and thrive through play and exploration, particularly outdoors.
Explore Early Childhood
Kindergarten – Grade 5
Lower School
Smaller classes and hands-on curriculum builds knowledge, develops close relationships, and inspires students to learn.
Explore Lower School
Grade 6 – Grade 8
Middle School
Shaping students into leaders as they learn, mature, and build confidence and independence for secondary school and beyond.
Explore Middle School
Grade 1 – Grade 8
Sally Borden Program
An integrated program for students with language-based learning differences including dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia.
Explore the Sally Borden Program
2026 Open Houses
Join Us at a Welcome Wednesday!
Are you curious about Friends Academy for your child? Join us at an upcoming
Welcome Wednesday
to see our school in action, meet fellow families and school leaders, and get a sense of our close-knit community.
Our *final* Welcome Wednesday of 2026 will take place on
May 6 from 8-9:15am
.
RSVP for a Welcome Wednesday
Why Choose Friends?
“We came to FA expecting a small, caring community — but we have experienced so much more. Both our [kids] have flourished emotionally, socially, and academically; as parents, we have been able to be involved in their learning a meaningful way.”
– Middle School parents
Why Choose Friends?
“The patience, kindness, empathy, and love [the staff] model for our kids is just the best. Thank you for providing a community that embraces diversity and empathy — it’s needed now more than ever!”
– Early Childhood parents
Why Choose Friends?
“The experience our children are having has exceeded expectations. They truly seem to be loving the opportunity to be part of the Friends community.”
– Lower School parents
Why Choose Friends?
“Our [children] are thriving at FA because of the smaller class size and the welcoming environment. We enjoy the support they receive, the sense of community, and the commitment of the faculty to their success.”
– Sally Borden Program parents
Why Choose Friends?
“The teachers and staff provide a loving and nurturing environment. My son is receiving an exceptional education while also learning the key tools to become a wonderful, thoughtful, and empathic human being.”
– Kindergarten parent
Why Choose Friends?
“I’ve been so impressed with my student’s happiness since going to Friends. The environment is warm and friendly, and my child is so encouraged and supported by staff.”
– Middle School parent
Why Choose Friends?
“I really like how Friends is focused on the whole child. There is equal emphasis on academics and social
emotional development. They also do a great job teaching the individual child and playing to their strengths.”
– Parent of Middle School and Lower School students
Why Choose Friends?
“We have been impressed with Friends in our first year. There is a focus on high academic standards, an inclusive environment, and allowing children to be very active during the learning day.”
– Lower School parents
Why Choose Friends?
“We love FA for inspiring wonder and kindness! Our children are starting their lives, emotionally and academically, on the right foot. We are forever grateful.”
– Lower School parents
Why Choose Friends?
“[I have] peace of mind knowing that my child is being taught by a person who is not only invested in the community, but who is invested in the best outcome for my child.”
– Sally Borden Program parent
Why Choose Friends?
“We are so pleased with the community, the commitment to social kindness and well-being, and the academics. Thank you for providing such a welcoming and safe environment for learning!”
– Lower School parents
Why Choose Friends?
“Our son feels safe and supported by his community and is encouraged to be true to himself — not like he needs to conform to others to fit in. We know what our son is experiencing and absorbing at Friends will be invaluable for his lifetime.”
– Middle School parents
Why Choose Friends?
“I love the feeling of Friends Academy — it is a happy place where my children feel comfortable, cared for,
and inspired by all that they are learning.”
– Lower School parent
Why Choose Friends?
“Our child wakes up excited to go to school each day, and enthusiastic to share what happened during the day. This hadn’t always been the case at previous schools.”
– Lower School parents
Why We 🧡 FA:
(Straight from our students, teachers, and staff!)
News & Stories
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Events
March 27, 2026
FA Student Artists Showcase Works at New Bedford Museum
Third, fourth, and fifth grade students can tell you what it’s like to see your artwork on display at a museum!
News
September 12, 2025
Free Literacy Screenings in Dartmouth, MA for Kindergarten-Grade 6 Students
Monthly screenings measure the development of local children’s literacy skills, including reading, spelling, and written expression.
Stories
September 9, 2025
Happy 215th Birthday, Friends Academy!
On Sept. 9, 1810 — 215 years ago today — six members of the Society of Friends established and endowed “an Institution for the instruction of Friends’ Children.”
2026 Friends Academy. All Rights Reserved.
Privacy Policy
Non-Discrimination Policy
Web Design by Beam & Hinge
Skip to content
Where you can
be a friend
Enrolling Now — Take a Look!
A School Where Children Feel Known, Engaged, and Challenged
Students at Friends Academy build a strong educational foundation through academics, community, respect for differences, responsible citizenship, and a sense of well-being — setting them up for a lifetime of learning and growth.
Ages 3 & 4
Early Childhood
Our youngest students grow, learn, and thrive through play and exploration, particularly outdoors.
Explore Early Childhood
Kindergarten – Grade 5
Lower School
Smaller classes and hands-on curriculum builds knowledge, develops close relationships, and inspires students to learn.
Explore Lower School
Grade 6 – Grade 8
Middle School
Shaping students into leaders as they learn, mature, and build confidence and independence for secondary school and beyond.
Explore Middle School
Grade 1 – Grade 8
Sally Borden Program
An integrated program for students with language-based learning differences including dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia.
Explore the Sally Borden Program
2026 Open Houses
Join Us at a Welcome Wednesday!
Are you curious about Friends Academy for your child? Join us at an upcoming
Welcome Wednesday
to see our school in action, meet fellow families and school leaders, and get a sense of our close-knit community.
Our *final* Welcome Wednesday of 2026 will take place on
May 6 from 8-9:15am
.
RSVP for a Welcome Wednesday
Why Choose Friends?
“We came to FA expecting a small, caring community — but we have experienced so much more. Both our [kids] have flourished emotionally, socially, and academically; as parents, we have been able to be involved in their learning a meaningful way.”
– Middle School parents
Why Choose Friends?
“The patience, kindness, empathy, and love [the staff] model for our kids is just the best. Thank you for providing a community that embraces diversity and empathy — it’s needed now more than ever!”
– Early Childhood parents
Why Choose Friends?
“The experience our children are having has exceeded expectations. They truly seem to be loving the opportunity to be part of the Friends community.”
– Lower School parents
Why Choose Friends?
“Our [children] are thriving at FA because of the smaller class size and the welcoming environment. We enjoy the support they receive, the sense of community, and the commitment of the faculty to their success.”
– Sally Borden Program parents
Why Choose Friends?
“The teachers and staff provide a loving and nurturing environment. My son is receiving an exceptional education while also learning the key tools to become a wonderful, thoughtful, and empathic human being.”
– Kindergarten parent
Why Choose Friends?
“I’ve been so impressed with my student’s happiness since going to Friends. The environment is warm and friendly, and my child is so encouraged and supported by staff.”
– Middle School parent
Why Choose Friends?
“I really like how Friends is focused on the whole child. There is equal emphasis on academics and social
emotional development. They also do a great job teaching the individual child and playing to their strengths.”
– Parent of Middle School and Lower School students
Why Choose Friends?
“We have been impressed with Friends in our first year. There is a focus on high academic standards, an inclusive environment, and allowing children to be very active during the learning day.”
– Lower School parents
Why Choose Friends?
“We love FA for inspiring wonder and kindness! Our children are starting their lives, emotionally and academically, on the right foot. We are forever grateful.”
– Lower School parents
Why Choose Friends?
“[I have] peace of mind knowing that my child is being taught by a person who is not only invested in the community, but who is invested in the best outcome for my child.”
– Sally Borden Program parent
Why Choose Friends?
“We are so pleased with the community, the commitment to social kindness and well-being, and the academics. Thank you for providing such a welcoming and safe environment for learning!”
– Lower School parents
Why Choose Friends?
“Our son feels safe and supported by his community and is encouraged to be true to himself — not like he needs to conform to others to fit in. We know what our son is experiencing and absorbing at Friends will be invaluable for his lifetime.”
– Middle School parents
Why Choose Friends?
“I love the feeling of Friends Academy — it is a happy place where my children feel comfortable, cared for,
and inspired by all that they are learning.”
– Lower School parent
Why Choose Friends?
“Our child wakes up excited to go to school each day, and enthusiastic to share what happened during the day. This hadn’t always been the case at previous schools.”
– Lower School parents
Why We 🧡 FA:
(Straight from our students, teachers, and staff!)
News & Stories
View All
Events
March 27, 2026
FA Student Artists Showcase Works at New Bedford Museum
Third, fourth, and fifth grade students can tell you what it’s like to see your artwork on display at a museum!
News
September 12, 2025
Free Literacy Screenings in Dartmouth, MA for Kindergarten-Grade 6 Students
Monthly screenings measure the development of local children’s literacy skills, including reading, spelling, and written expression.
Stories
September 9, 2025
Happy 215th Birthday, Friends Academy!
On Sept. 9, 1810 — 215 years ago today — six members of the Society of Friends established and endowed “an Institution for the instruction of Friends’ Children.”
2026 Friends Academy. All Rights Reserved.
Privacy Policy
Non-Discrimination Policy
Web Design by Beam & Hinge