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At UEA, we are are a team that understands the importance of an individualized approach to education—led by partners who have dedicated their careers to supporting elite athletes and their unique needs. Our leadership brings together expertise in academic development, athlete management, and high-performance coaching, allowing us to design a school model that truly reflects the realities of competitive sport. With this foundation, every student receives a personalized plan shaped by professionals who know exactly what it takes to excel in both arenas.

We look at the whole student, from start to finish.

Founder
Clementine Goutal
Clementine graduated from Brown University with a commitment to developing a program for student-athletes that enables excellence in both arenas. Throughout her junior years and during college, Clementine balanced academic success with achieving top results as international show jumping athlete, earning top results at the highest levels of the sport. She is passionate about creating opportunities for students to pursue their personal goals while receiving a high quality education.

Kate
Bongaars
Partner
Kate’s graduate degrees in Business Marketing and Graphic Communications prepared her to head operations at UEA. With her own children in mind, she recognized the need for an elementary program that provides continuity and enrichment activities, such as foreign language and music instruction in a supported, child-centered environment.

Heather
Amber
Founder
Heather graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Child Development and Learning and a minor in French. She enjoys working with parents and students as the preeminent college and academic advisor for UEA.
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