Long Trail School is a co-educational, college preparatory day school in Dorset, Vermont, serving grades 6-12. With a 7:1 student-to-faculty ratio and 100% graduation rate, the school offers an IB programme alongside experiential outdoor learning in the Green Mountains.
Location
Long Trail School is located at 1045 Kirby Hollow Road in Dorset, Vermont. The campus sits in the scenic Green Mountains of southern Vermont, offering immediate access to outdoor activities and nature.
Stages
The school serves grades 6-12, divided into Middle School and Upper School divisions.
Type
Long Trail School is an independent co-educational day school with a college preparatory focus. It has no religious affiliation.
Additional learning support
Student support and wellbeing resources are available.
Religious affiliation
The school has no religious affiliation.
Governance and Ownership
Long Trail School operates as an independent institution with non-discriminatory admissions policies.
Curriculum
The school offers the International Baccalaureate programme alongside a college preparatory curriculum. A 7:1 student-to-faculty ratio and average class size of 12 ensure individualised attention.
Student Teacher Ratio
7:1
Higher Education Progression
The school achieves a 100% graduation rate. Graduates attend universities including Yale, Brown, Cornell, Northeastern, and Holy Cross.
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school emphasises five core values: Integrity, Stewardship, Kindness, Responsibility, and Openness.
Mental Wellbeing
Student support and wellbeing resources are available as part of the school's pastoral care.
Admissions
Campus visits are offered as part of the admissions process, with online applications available. The school operates non-discriminatory admissions policies.
Scholarships
Tuition and financial aid information is available for prospective families.
