Long Trail School

Long Trail School Long Trail School is an independent school serving grades 6-12 in Southern Vermont.

Long Trail School is a coeducational, college preparatory day school located in Dorset, Vermont with 240 students in grades 6 through 12. We take pride in our talented and committed faculty, welcoming community spirit, superb opportunities in the visual and performing arts, and a rigorous curriculum complemented by the celebrated International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. Long Trail also offer

s a diverse range of extracurricular activities and enrichment along with an inclusive program of Division IV athletics in a beautiful mountain setting overlooking the Mettowee Valley of Vermont.

Congratulations to recent graduate, Helen H on being the recipient of the first annual PFLAG Dorset Scholarship Fund!
08/13/2026

Congratulations to recent graduate, Helen H on being the recipient of the first annual PFLAG Dorset Scholarship Fund!

DORSET — At the annual PFLAG Dorset Family picnic on Sunday, August 9, one of the highlights included the announcement of the recipient of $1,008 from the first annual PFLAG

Another fantastic summer at LTS Soccer Camp! We can’t wait to see you back on the field next summer!
08/06/2026

Another fantastic summer at LTS Soccer Camp!

We can’t wait to see you back on the field next summer!

Throughout the 2025–2026 school year, the Long Trail School community proudly celebrated our 50th Anniversary. As part o...
07/29/2026

Throughout the 2025–2026 school year, the Long Trail School community proudly celebrated our 50th Anniversary. As part of the celebration, we are proud to share a commemorative video that captures the heart of our community and the legacy we’ve built together over the past five decades. Featuring reflections from alumni, students, faculty, staff, parents, and co-founder Rene Wilson, this special tribute celebrates the relationships, experiences, and values that have shaped Long Trail School since 1975. Through cherished memories, inspiring stories, and shared experiences, the video highlights the curiosity, kindness, and sense of community that continue to define Long Trail today. Whether you’ve been part of the Long Trail community for 50 years or are just beginning your journey, we invite you to watch this celebration of our past, present, and future—and the people who have made Long Trail School such an extraordinary place.

LTS 50th Anniversary Video: Celebrating Our Journey

Looking to get involved in coaching? Long Trail School is seeking two Middle School Soccer Assistant Coaches: one for ou...
07/20/2026

Looking to get involved in coaching?

Long Trail School is seeking two Middle School Soccer Assistant Coaches: one for our girls' team and one for our boys' team for the upcoming season.
These are part-time, after-school positions and a great opportunity to make a positive impact on our student-athletes.

Interested? Please contact Tim Custer, Director of Athletics, at [email protected].

Go Mountain Lions!

Today, Head of School Colin Igoe visited Tufts University to spend time with rising seniors Sage C-B. And Tommy W. and w...
07/15/2026

Today, Head of School Colin Igoe visited Tufts University to spend time with rising seniors Sage C-B. And Tommy W. and was able to hear about their continued summer learning experiences at Tufts Pre-College Program.
LTS has five students learning, growing, and exploring through this incredible program.

Congratulations to James Dorr '26 on being named a recipient of The Gates Scholarship!James is one of just 750 students ...
07/07/2026

Congratulations to James Dorr '26 on being named a recipient of The Gates Scholarship!
James is one of just 750 students nationwide selected from a pool of more than 61,000 applicants to receive this prestigious and life-changing college scholarship. This remarkable achievement recognizes his outstanding academic accomplishments, leadership, and dedication, and will provide significant support as he pursues his college education.
Congratulations, James, on this well-deserved honor!

We are looking for a bus driver to join the Mountain Lions! If you know of anyone that is interested please have them re...
07/06/2026

We are looking for a bus driver to join the Mountain Lions! If you know of anyone that is interested please have them reach out or check out our website, https://longtrailschool.org/careers/

We’re happy to share this upcoming virtual event hosted by Manchester Community Library.Learn about the latest education...
06/25/2026

We’re happy to share this upcoming virtual event hosted by Manchester Community Library.
Learn about the latest education reform legislation, including Act 73 and H.955, and hear what these changes may mean for schools across our region. The session will include updates, discussion, and opportunities for community questions.
📚 Open to all
💻 Virtual event
📍 Focused on the Northshire and Bennington County
Join the conversation and stay informed about the future of education in Vermont.

The speakers will provide an overview of these important bills and answer questions about:
• Cost-sharing across regions
• Merger study committees
• Next steps for school districts
• How community members can stay informed and get involved

LTSummer is almost here! ☀️There’s still time to sign up for one of our exciting summer programs. In addition to our fun...
06/18/2026

LTSummer is almost here! ☀️
There’s still time to sign up for one of our exciting summer programs. In addition to our fun weekly sessions, we’re offering:
🏀 Basketball Camp | June 22–26
🎭 Characters & Campfire Comedy | July 6–10
🎬 Create-A-Show | July 13–17
⚽ Soccer Camp | July 27–31
Spots are filling quickly, so be sure to reserve yours today! Register through the link in our bio.

Last week, we had the privilege of hosting Vermont Wild Football Club on Hunter Field as they prepared for their upcomin...
06/08/2026

Last week, we had the privilege of hosting Vermont Wild Football Club on Hunter Field as they prepared for their upcoming match.
Vermont Wild is one of the Northeast’s most successful programs in the Women’s Premier Soccer League, helping bring high-level women’s soccer back to Southern Vermont.
Be sure to catch their next match against Vale FC on June 13 at 7:00 PM at Applejack Stadium. We wish them the best of luck this season!

Address

1045 Kirby Hollow Road
Dorset, VT
05251

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 5pm
Thursday 7:30am - 5pm
Friday 7:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+18028675717

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