Keswick School

Keswick School A Therapeutic Boarding School for boys located in Virginia Keswick School provides special education for boys ages nine to fifteen at admission.

Keswick School is a Therapeutic Boarding School, which provides a structured environment to give children with emotional and self-regulation issues, language-based and non-verbal learning disabilities, ADHD or Autism and similar developmental disorders, opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive. Quality academic and residential programs, behavioral management, and individual, group, and family therapy, support a warm nurturing environment with caring teachers, counselors, and therapists.

08/21/2026

We’re still dreaming about summer at Keswick School ☀️

The Keswick School summer program is a time for learning, group-building, and having fun!

Students participate in activities like Swimming, Group Games, Novel Study, Leisure Skills, and Outdoor Skills. 🐟🌲⚽️🌊📚These activities help our students to build skills while exploring something new. Summer groups allow classroom and dorm peers to develop group cohesion ahead of the school year so that they’re ready to hit the ground running. (If you ask our students, though, they might tell you the extra hour of sleeping in is the best part 🤫)

Our summer was filled with crafting, leather-working, athletics, fishing, tie-dying, and team building. Did you notice our swimming instructor piloting a student-made cardboard boat across the pool? 🛶

While we’re thrilled to have started the academic year, and to have our teachers back, we’ll certainly be dreaming about the summer for a while yet!

This week, we’re proud to shine the spotlight on Dr. Alexys Flora, whose passion, expertise, and dedication help our stu...
08/14/2026

This week, we’re proud to shine the spotlight on Dr. Alexys Flora, whose passion, expertise, and dedication help our students thrive every day.

Dr. Flora joined Keswick School in 2020 after earning her Bachelor of Arts in Biology from the University of Virginia and her Doctor of Occupational Therapy from Mary Baldwin University. Her journey with Keswick began even earlier as a Level II fieldwork student under longtime Occupational Therapist. Inspired by that experience, she knew Keswick School was where she wanted to build her career. When our former OT pretired after 39 years of service, Dr. Flora proudly stepped into the role and has continued that legacy of excellence.

As our Occupational Therapist, Dr. Flora empowers students to build the skills they need to succeed at school, at home, and in the community. From strengthening executive functioning and emotional regulation to supporting sensory processing, motor coordination, and independent living skills, her work helps students gain confidence and independence that extends far beyond the classroom.

Her impact reaches across campus. Whether she’s leading the Yellow House YMCA program, providing parent workshops, collaborating with residential staff, or helping strengthen school-wide initiatives, Dr. Flora is committed to ensuring every student has the opportunity to grow and succeed.

“At Keswick School, I get to collaborate with the best of the best every day and practice occupational therapy in a way so many practitioners wish they could. I feel fortunate to come to work here every day.” — Dr. Alexys Flora

Thank you, Dr. Flora, for your unwavering commitment, compassion, and belief in every student’s potential. We are grateful to have you as part of the Keswick School staff!

Outside of work Alexys has many hobbies and talents. You can find her running, biking, lifting, knitting, sewing, baking and decorating baked goods and roller blading with her husband!

At Keswick School, learning extends far beyond the classroom.Our equine program gives students the opportunity to build ...
08/01/2026

At Keswick School, learning extends far beyond the classroom.

Our equine program gives students the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with horses while developing confidence, responsibility, and empathy. Caring for a horse requires patience, consistency, and trust—qualities that help our students grow both on and off the trail.

From grooming and feeding to riding and simply spending time in the barn, students learn that strong relationships are built through respect, compassion, and commitment. Horses offer immediate, honest feedback, creating unique opportunities for self-awareness, emotional regulation, and personal growth.

Every ride is more than a lesson in horsemanship—it’s a step toward greater confidence, resilience, and independence.

At Keswick School, we’re proud to see our students discover not only what they can accomplish with a horse by their side, but who they are becoming along the way.

This week we are proud to spotlight Alex Dagitz, whose impact on our community has been felt since he joined Keswick Sch...
07/24/2026

This week we are proud to spotlight Alex Dagitz, whose impact on our community has been felt since he joined Keswick School in 2008. Over the years, Alex has served in many roles, including Dorm Counselor, Support Counselor, Shift Supervisor, Director of Residential Life, and now our Program Director.

Before coming to Keswick, Alex lived in West Virginia, where he worked as a wilderness guide — an experience that shaped the calm, steady presence he brings to our campus every day.

Alex is known for his unparalleled ability to connect with students, think outside the box, and solve problems with both creativity and compassion. Whether supporting a student through a difficult moment or helping staff navigate challenges, he brings patience, wisdom, and confidence to every interaction.

His ability to train and mentor staff is one of his greatest gifts. Alex has a unique way of instilling confidence in others while working tirelessly behind the scenes to make sure both students and staff are set up for success.

He can be found walking many miles per day on campus, doing a wide variety of tasks to keep campus running smoothly.

He is a regular horse helper, therapy dog handler, Mandt trainer, and 3-miler run companion, to name a few roles.

Outside of work, Alex and his wife are raising their three children here in Keswick along with Delia, one of the school’s beloved canine companion therapy dogs.

Thank you, Alex, for your years of dedication, leadership, and heart.

As we start our summer session we are reflecting back on another incredible school year. In June we celebrated one of Ke...
07/18/2026

As we start our summer session we are reflecting back on another incredible school year. In June we celebrated one of Keswick School’s most meaningful traditions—our End-of-Year Transition Ceremony.

We honored the boys who are taking their next steps beyond Keswick School. Their journeys have been filled with perseverance, resilience, personal growth, and countless achievements. From academic milestones and therapeutic progress to new friendships, leadership, and confidence, each student has a story worth celebrating.

To our departing boys: thank you for the impact you’ve made on our community. We are proud of all you’ve accomplished and excited to see where your paths lead next. Remember that you’ll always be a part of Keswick School.

Thank you to our dedicated staff and families whose unwavering support makes these transformations possible. Here’s to a year of growth, hard work, and hope for the future.

Congratulations to the Class of 2026 🎉

Months of planning. Weeks in the woodshop. One unforgettable race day. 🏁Our annual Pinewood Derby is more than just a co...
05/14/2026

Months of planning. Weeks in the woodshop. One unforgettable race day. 🏁

Our annual Pinewood Derby is more than just a competition — it’s creativity, craftsmanship, patience, and personality all rolled into one tiny car. From the first sketch to the final coat of paint, students pour their imagination and hard work into every detail.

Race day brings the excitement, but the real magic happens in the process: learning new skills, solving problems, encouraging each other, and seeing an idea come to life piece by piece.

We love watching our students’ creativity hit the track every year. 🚗💨 MakerMindset

Every spring, one of our favorite traditions returns — the Annual 3 Miler. 🏃‍♂️We celebrated our 21st 3 miler event on c...
05/14/2026

Every spring, one of our favorite traditions returns — the Annual 3 Miler. 🏃‍♂️

We celebrated our 21st 3 miler event on campus yesterday. For weeks leading up to race day, our boys train during PE, building endurance, encouraging one another, and pushing themselves to reach personal goals. What starts as a challenge quickly becomes something much bigger: confidence, resilience, teamwork, and a lot of fun along the way.

Race day is filled with energy, laughter, determination, and school spirit as students cross the finish line cheered on by staff and peers alike. Whether they’re chasing a personal best or just proud to finish, every boy has something to celebrate.

We’re proud of the hard work, perseverance, and positive attitude our students bring to this tradition year after year!

Three cheers for one of our favorite therapy dogs turning 3! 🎉🐾Every day, Delia brings comfort, calm, confidence, and co...
05/09/2026

Three cheers for one of our favorite therapy dogs turning 3! 🎉🐾

Every day, Delia brings comfort, calm, confidence, and countless smiles to our students. Whether she’s helping ease anxiety, encouraging connection, sitting beside a student during a tough moment, or celebrating successes big and small, her impact on our school community is impossible to measure.

The spring pond restocking event on campus is a highly anticipated community event. It’s a significant contribution to t...
05/09/2026

The spring pond restocking event on campus is a highly anticipated community event. It’s a significant contribution to the prosperity of our campus ecosystem, and it’s a great opportunity to showcase our student pond and fish experts’ dedication to the cause.

Keswick School’s Career Day was a huge success on campus!After the presentations, the presenters were treated to lunch a...
05/08/2026

Keswick School’s Career Day was a huge success on campus!

After the presentations, the presenters were treated to lunch at the Depot, where students expressed their gratitude and pointed out what they enjoyed most about each talk.

Students also gave each guest a handmade pen they had made in the woodshop for the event. The presenters were so happy to receive such thoughtful, well-made gifts.

We’re so thankful for these amazing professionals who spent the day with us!

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500 Little Keswick Lane
Keswick, VA
22947

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