Grove School

Grove School Established in 1934, Grove School is a co-educational, college preparatory therapeutic boarding and day school for students in grades 7-12.

Grove School occupies a unique place in the annals of Therapeutic Boarding Schools. Grove School is one of the oldest, private, stand-alone programs of its kind in the United States. Founded in 1934 and originally called a Residential Treatment Center, Grove is now officially a Residential Education Center, more commonly known as a Therapeutic Boarding School. We are located on over 90 acres of be

autifully wooded land in the shoreline town of Madison, Connecticut. Our philosophy of a wholistic treatment program, embedded within a creative and individualized academic program, has evolved over the years with significant input from the varied backgrounds and experiences of its owners, as well as many important professionals who have contributed their ideas, interests, creativity, and hard work over 75 years.

Caps in the air for Grove School’s Class of 2026 🎓 Congratulations to our graduates, who leave us not only ready for wha...
08/21/2026

Caps in the air for Grove School’s Class of 2026 🎓
Congratulations to our graduates, who leave us not only ready for what’s next academically, but stronger, more resilient, and more sure of who they are. We are so proud of you.

Today also marks the official end of the school year. We wish all of our students a restful break, see you in September!

Congratulations to the Class of 2026! 🎓 This Sunday, our seniors graduate and head off to colleges, universities, and tr...
08/13/2026

Congratulations to the Class of 2026! 🎓 This Sunday, our seniors graduate and head off to colleges, universities, and transition programs across the country. Their destinations matter, but what we are most proud of is the growth, resilience, and hard work each of them brought to their time at Grove. Wishing them all the best as they take this next step.

Taking in the views as they sail above the  Berkshires on zip lines! 🏞️
08/10/2026

Taking in the views as they sail above the Berkshires on zip lines! 🏞️

Last stretch of summer, best possible company ⛴️🌊 Our seniors are cruising the Thimble Islands today as they get ready t...
08/07/2026

Last stretch of summer, best possible company ⛴️🌊 Our seniors are cruising the Thimble Islands today as they get ready to graduate next week! 🧑‍🎓

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After years of genuine partnership with Grove, we are honored to welcome Tracy as our new Director of Programs and Instr...
08/03/2026

After years of genuine partnership with Grove, we are honored to welcome Tracy as our new Director of Programs and Instruction. Tracy brings expertise in education, clinical work, and nonprofit leadership, along with a steadfast belief that family systems deserve comprehensive and restorative care. Her commitment to building programs that empower teachers and challenge students is exactly what Grove needs. Whether you’re part of our community or visiting campus, we hope you’ll get to know Tracy’s creative energy and vision. Welcome to the team.

🌟We are thrilled to welcome Casey Nowakowski as our new Director of Admissions🌟 With clinical experience supporting adol...
08/03/2026

🌟We are thrilled to welcome Casey Nowakowski as our new Director of Admissions🌟 With clinical experience supporting adolescents and families, Casey brings authentic compassion and deep understanding to her work. She’s passionate about helping families navigate difficult transitions and connecting students with the support they need to thrive at Grove. We can’t wait for you to meet her. Welcome to the team, Casey!

👀👀 Alumni Sightings!☕ Coffee catch-up with Ben S. and his advisor Alex. Georgia Tech is calling in 5 weeks for his Maste...
07/10/2026

👀👀 Alumni Sightings!
☕ Coffee catch-up with Ben S. and his advisor Alex. Georgia Tech is calling in 5 weeks for his Master’s in Health Information Systems and Data Sciences. So proud of you, Ben! 💙

🏖️ A beach walk with Lauren S, freshly graduated from college in FL! While back in town, she got to visit her advisor Cassi (and baby Ada!). Excited to see what’s next, Lauren! 💙

Take a listen to Peter Chorney's conversation with Will White about the Grove School- past, present and future.  Thank y...
07/07/2026

Take a listen to Peter Chorney's conversation with Will White about the Grove School- past, present and future. Thank you Stories from the Field: Mental Health and the Outdoors for capturing our story!

What is a therapeutic boarding school—and how has one school helped teens and families for more than 92 years?

On this episode of Stories from the Field: Mental Health and the Outdoors, host Will White sits down with Peter Chorney, Executive Director of Grove School, one of the oldest therapeutic boarding schools in the United States.

Peter shares the remarkable story of Grove School's evolution over nine decades, his unique experience growing up on campus, and how his father helped transform the program by emphasizing family involvement, creativity, community, and meaningful time outdoors. Together, they discuss how adolescent mental health has changed, why today's teens are arriving with greater levels of trauma and isolation, and what families should know about modern residential treatment.

Whether you're a parent exploring treatment options, a mental health professional, or simply interested in the evolution of therapeutic schools, this conversation offers valuable insight into a program that has stood the test of time.

Listen wherever you get your podcasts or visit StoriesFromTheField.com.

The June 2026 issue of Verse is here. Perfect reading for a quiet morning or a lazy afternoon at the beach.To our Grove ...
06/26/2026

The June 2026 issue of Verse is here. Perfect reading for a quiet morning or a lazy afternoon at the beach.

To our Grove community: enjoy every minute of a well-deserved break. We will see you soon.

Read the full issue at the link in bio.

This is what wrapping up the day looks like here. We’ll take it. 🌇
06/16/2026

This is what wrapping up the day looks like here. We’ll take it. 🌇

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Madison, CT
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