New England School of the Arts

About Us

New England School of the Arts is a new independent arts school for 6-12 graders in Lebanon, NH committed to educating tomorrow’s global thinkers, creative problem solvers, and talented visual and performing artists. A NESA education fosters individualized learning opportunities for collaboration, expression, and personal growth. We believe that middle and high school students are most successful when they learn in an environment surrounded by other kind, curious, and passionate people.

As the only private school for the arts in the greater Upper Valley region, we provide up to 100 students in grades 6-12 with immersive arts experiences in a college preparatory setting. NESA students focus on a STEAM-centered curriculum that integrates their own artistic interests through a personalized course of study. Our certified faculty prepare them for higher education in the field of their choice and, should they choose, enable them to enter professional artistic positions with the advantage of advanced training.

A NESA education is also designed to provide valuable learning outside of the classroom and promote students’ community connections. With NESA’s classrooms just steps away from top-tier visual and performing arts organizations in downtown Lebanon, our City Campus means that students can easily pursue afterschool internships and volunteer opportunities or catch a show or exhibit in the heart of a vibrant, artistic community.