Partnering for Student Success
At Wolfeboro, we value the trusted relationships that agents and consultants build with families. You know your students best—and we work in partnership with you to ensure each child’s summer experience is purposeful, structured, and deeply personalized. From the first conversation to the final report, we’re committed to clear communication and shared goals that set every student up for success.
Upcoming Virtual Events - Register to join us live or receive a recording
February 12 | 7:00 PM ET | High Achievers Need a Pause Too: Rigor, Balance, & New Offerings - Register Here
- High-achieving students aren’t immune to pressure—in fact, they often feel it the most. If you child is driven, capable, or college-focused (or you hope they’ll be), this event shows how Wolfeboro provides a powerful balance of rigor and renewal. Hear how students engage is AP course previews, SAT preparation, and our new College Cohort featuring campus visits—all while experiencing the mental rest, confidence-building, and digital reset today’s high performers desperately need.
February 19 | 7:00 PM ET | Beyond the Resume: Why Real Growth Beats Summer Credential Chasing - Register Here
- Summer planning often feels like a race to build the “right” resume—internships, enrichment programs, service hours, and anything that might stand out in the college process. But colleges are increasingly looking past surface-level credentials toward experiences that shape resilience, curiosity, and character. This session explores how Wolfeboro helps students develop the real stories, skills, and personal growth that matter in admissions and far beyond. Learn how hard work, independence, challenge, and reflection create outcomes that are more meaningful—and more memorable—than padding a resume with summer activities.
Special Guest: Peter Orlich - Director of College and University Planning, McMillan Education
March 5 | 7:00 PM ET | A Deep Diver into Daily Life at Wolfeboro - Register Here
- Want to understand the nuts and bolts of how Wolfeboro approaches daily life? This session walks through exactly how our program produces results. We’ll unpack daily routines, academic expectations, teacher support, residential life, summer camp activities, safety, phone policy, and more. We’ll cover how we strike the balance between structure and joy. This transparent overview is ideal for families on the fence who want clarity before applying or enrolling.
Request a Recording of Previous Events
The Summer That Changes Everything - Request Recording
- Today’s world moves fast—faster than most kids can keep up with. Many students feel overwhelmed, distracted, or disconnected from the joy of learning. This high-level session explores how a summer at Wolfeboro helps students reset academically and emotionally so they return to school confident, focused, and ready to thrive.
Inside the Wolfeboro Classroom: How Students Rebuild Skills & Focus - Request Recording
- Sometimes getting ahead means slowing down and honing core academic skills. The summer offers the perfect moment to focus on process over content. Learn how pencil-to-paper learning, small class sizes, daily routines, consistent teacher feedback, and a completely tech-free academic environment rebuild students’ stamina, attention, and confidence—regardless of where they’re starting from.
Special Guest: Rebecca Plona - WCS Academic Dean, Director of Academic Growth at Miss Porter's School
Growing Up in a Fast World: Confidence & Student Well-Being - Request Recording
- We live in a fast-moving digital world causing higher levels of adolescent stress, anxiety, and social disconnect. This session explores how Wolfeboro helps students be kids again and helps them reconnect—with peers, with caring adults, with nature, and with a more grounded version of themselves. We’ll share how community routines, healthy independence, outdoor play, and our signature phone-free environment support emotional well-being and social confidence.
Special Guest: Ryan Shirilla - WCS Counselor, Counselor at St. Paul's School (NH)
Personalized Attention from Day One
No two students are alike—and our process reflects that. We collaborate closely with families, current schools, and consultants to create a Goals Document that captures each student’s needs, interests, and priorities before they arrive.
This shared document ensures that every Wolfeboro experience begins with clarity and purpose—eliminating transition time and allowing meaningful progress from the first day of class.
Throughout the session, families and consultants receive Weekly Reports from teachers, followed by Final Reports and Letters of Recommendation that provide a complete picture of each student’s growth and achievement.
Who Thrives at Wolfeboro?
Every student deserves a place where they can grow—whether that means rebuilding confidence, strengthening skills, or sustaining momentum. At Wolfeboro, there’s no single “type” of learner who belongs here. Our structure, relationships, and purpose meet students exactly where they are—helping some reset and refocus, while others push forward, prepare for what’s next, and return to school in the fall ready for another great year.
International Students
Each summer, Wolfeboro welcomes students from around the world.
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Students may attend on a Tourist Visa.
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Our International Student Insurance ensures comprehensive coverage while in the U.S.
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All international students receive the same individualized attention, structure, and support that define the Wolfeboro experience.
If you represent international families, we’re happy to discuss logistics, communication preferences, and how we can make the process smooth and supportive.
Connect With Us
Conferences: Wolfeboro on the Road
You can meet members of our team throughout the year at national and international conferences.
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TABS | November 6-8 | Boston, Massachusetts
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NABSW | February 6-8 | London, England
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SBSA | March 23–25 | Wayland Academy, Wisconsin
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IECA | May 18–20 | Baltimore, Maryland
If you’d like to connect in person or schedule a campus visit, we’d love to meet you.
Contact:
Kathleen Nicholson – knicholson@wolfeboro.org
Jamie Goldsmith – jgoldsmith@wolfeboro.org
How to Apply
We encourage families to apply early—as soon as they know Wolfeboro will be part of their student’s summer plans.
You can submit our direct application or share an existing application through the Standard Application Online (SAO), making it easy for families already applying to boarding schools.
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