Student Shadow Days | Durham Academy

Students play an important role in a family’s school decision process, so we encourage prospective students to check out Durham Academy for themselves!

Virtual Visits

Middle School (Grades 5–8)
Upper School (Grades 9–12)

Middle School (Grades 5–8)

Due to the lingering presence of COVID-19, we cannot host visitors on campus. We are very excited to provide a glimpse into the student experience through the eyes of our wonderful Durham Academy student ambassadors. Prospective students are invited to register for a Virtual Visit, which includes interactive videos and discussion led by our Student Ambassadors. Join us to learn more about life at DA and connect with some current Middle School students.

Middle School Virtual Visits begin at 7 p.m. and last approximately an hour. One week advance registration is required.

Register for a Virtual Visit

Upper School (Grades 9–12)

Due to the lingering presence of COVID-19, we cannot host visitors in classes. However, we are very excited to provide a glimpse into the student experience through the eyes of our wonderful Durham Academy student ambassadors. Prospective students are invited to register for a Virtual Visit, which includes interactive activities and breakout conversations led by our Student Ambassadors Leadership Council members (see below).

Upper School Virtual Visits begin at 7 p.m. and last approximately an hour. One-week advance registration is required.

Register for a Virtual Visit

Virtual Visit Dates

Tuesday, Jan. 18
Monday, March 28 (for late applicants)

A Day in the Life ...

What is it really like to be a Durham Academy student? Follow along with our student hosts to find out!

John David, Middle Schooler

Elle, Upper Schooler

Student Ambassador Leadership Council

Members of the Student Ambassador Leadership Council are involved in a variety of facets of life at DA Upper School, and they're eager to share about their experiences with prospective students and parents.

Aamer ’22

Caroline ’22

Edward ’22

Mukta ’22

Sara ’23

Tiffany ’23

Wyatt ’23