Our Guide to the Best Private Schools in the Region
Litchfield County is famous for many things—most of them associated with culture, leisure, and the landscape. But for many families, Litchfield County is a small corner of New England that offers huge educational opportunities. There are famous and historic institutions of learning, as well as newer schools that serve diverse backgrounds and abilities. Some offer boarding, giving students from around the world a chance to come here for opportunities that can (and do) change a student’s life.
Bethlehem:
Horace Mann School
Nursery-12. Prepares a diverse community to lead great and giving lives.
121 Carmel Hill Rd. N.
860-868-2230
horacemann.org/academic-life/dorr
The Woodhall School
Boys grades 9-12 of above-average intellectual ability, who’ve had difficulties in traditional schools.
58 Harrison Ln.
203-266-7788
woodhallschool.org
The Arch Bridge School
Private therapeutic day and boarding school for grades 7-12.
21 Arch Bridge Rd.
203 -266-8000
wellspring.org/programs-services/arch-bridge-school
Cheshire:
Cheshire Academy
As a coeducational school that maximizes each stu- dent’s potential, Cheshire Academy prepares students for college and to be true global citizens.
10 Main St.
203-272-5396
cheshireacademy.org
Kent:
Kent School
College preparatory boarding school, grades 9-12. Educates students to contribute to the common good.
1 Macedonia Rd.
860 -927-6000
kent-school.edu
Marvelwood School
College preparatory boarding school that supports and engages all types of learners.
476 Skiff Mountain Rd.
860-927-0047
marvelwood.org
South Kent School
Boarding school that prepares young men for college and to thrive as thoughtful citizens.
40 Bulls Bridge Rd.
860-927-3539
southkentschool.org
Lakeville and Salisbury:
The Hotchkiss School
Inspiring a diverse range of students to the highest standards of excellence.
11 Interlaken Rd.
860-435-2591
hotchkiss.org
Indian Mountain School
Pre-K-9; inspires students to be the change they wish to see.
211 Indian Mountain Rd.
860-435-0871
indianmountain.org
Salisbury School
Embraces the belief that a boy’s school must address every aspect of development.
251 Canaan Rd.
860-435-5700
salisburyschool.org
Litchfield:
Forman School
Specializing in ADHD, dyslexia. Tailored curriculum prepares students for college and the world.
12 Norfolk Rd.
860-567-8712
formanschool.org
Litchfield Montessori School
Fifteen months-12 years. Nurtures love of learning, sense of wonder, independence.
5 Knife Shop Rd.
860- 283-5920
litchfieldmontessori.org
School on the Green
A preschool where parents actively participate in their child’s early education journey.
25 South St.
860-567-0695
schoolonthegreen.com
New Milford:
Canterbury School
Boarding and day school for 9–12 and postgraduates. Believes in students’ extraordinary potential.
101 Aspetuck Ave.
860-210-3800
cbury.org
Faith Preparatory School
K-12 Christ-centered education that focuses on academic excellence and Biblical discipline.
600 Danbury Rd.
860-210-3677
faithprep.cc
New Preston:
Washington Montessori School
Encourages independent thinking, favors discipline and focus, and nurtures innate curiosity.
240 Litchfield Tpke.
860-868-0551
washingtonmontessori.org
Torrington:
Torrington Christian Academy
A Christian private school that educates students from pre-K to 12th grade.
860-462-7464
387 New Harwinton Rd.
tcact.org
Washington:
Glenholme School
Co-ed boarding school (grades 5-12) for students who struggle emotionally, socially, or academically.
91 Sabbaday Lane
860-868-7377
theglenholmeschool.org
Frederick Gunn School
Co-ed boarding and day school; multiple early opportunities for leadership and discovery.
99 Green Hill Rd.
860-868-7334
frederickgunn.org
Rumsey Hall School
Grades PreK-9. Teaching academics and teaching an attitude of mind are of equal importance.
201 Romford Rd.
860-868-0535
rumseyhall.org
Watertown:
Taft School
A co-ed preparatory school that offers high-level academics and athletics.
110 Woodbury Rd.
860-945-7777
taftschool.org
St. Mary Magdalen Elementary School
For students of all faiths, teaching how to think, question, become lifelong learners.
140 Buckingham St.
860-945-0621
smmsjschools.org
St. John the Evangelist Middle School
Working collaboratively, students are challenged to think critically as they prepare for high school.
760 Main St.
860-274-9208
smmsjschools.org
