“At Thayer, our athletics philosophy serves our institutional mission, and we believe that every student should participate in physical activities to balance the significant time and energy spent toward academics and other extracurricular activities to ensure overall health and wellness.” Thayer is a charter member of the Independent School League (ISL), though several non-league teams are also scheduled in most sports. Thayer is also a member of the New England Preparatory School Athletic Council (NEPSAC), which sponsors many postseason tournaments. The Middle and Upper School athletic, physical education, and health and wellness requirements—each year offering opportunities in interscholastic athletics, physical education classes, and classroom programs—allow students to learn, compete, and grow in mind and body. Thayer Academy Athletics