Boston and New England · Maine · MCI Private High School

Overview

This Maine high school connects academic study with personal interests and future plans. Its community brings together students with different abilities and backgrounds, placing importance on responsibility, mutual respect and cross-cultural interaction. Students from different places bring varied experiences and perspectives to classroom exchanges.

The school began with a focus on preparation for further study and gradually broadened its curriculum to serve both higher-education and vocational interests. Its development has also created dedicated spaces for performing and visual arts, including music production, theatre rehearsal and studio work.

Students can explore areas ranging from mathematics and science to arts, humanities, the natural environment and engineering. The approach offers direction for established interests while leaving room for exploration. Academic study and personal interests connect as students develop an understanding of their strengths and possible future directions.

Curriculum

English support is linked to subject content. History provides contexts for vocabulary, research and discussion, while scientific investigations build subject-specific language. More advanced work develops text analysis, argument writing and structured discussion, helping students understand how learning takes place in English rather than practising conversation alone.

Regular environmental study includes observation, data collection and analysis. Arts and humanities explore culture through literature, history, music, theatre and visual expression. Music, theatre, visual arts and sport also contribute to campus life, providing settings for creativity, collaboration and activity beyond academic lessons.

Highlights

• Content-based English
• Broad subject exploration
• Nature-based inquiry
• Performing & visual arts

Grades & eligibility

Eligible grades

Typically ages 14–18

Eligible grades depend on the individual student.

Entry requirements

• Typically for ages 14–18, with stays commonly lasting 5–8 weeks.
• No credit, transcript or diploma is awarded.
• Discuss feasibility before planning two weeks or another shorter stay.
• English courses, arts and sports depend on language level, timetable and activity requirements; immigration eligibility must be addressed separately.

Dates & fees

Duration

Usually 5–8 weeks; enquire about shorter stays

Dates

Contact an advisor for attendance dates and places

Fees

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Housing & documents

Attendance options

Day attendance (short stays on enquiry) / On-campus boarding (short stays on enquiry)

The school offers day attendance and on-campus boarding; short-stay eligibility, rooms and supervision are discussed individually. Room availability, supervision and applicable arrangements are discussed individually.

Application documents

• Contact an advisor for the application checklist and submission arrangements.

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