Dutchess County is home to an exceptional range of educational institutions, from rigorous college preparatory boarding schools to nurturing Montessori programs, faith-based academies, and specialized schools serving students with learning differences.
Whether you’re seeking a traditional classroom, a nature-based curriculum, or a supportive therapeutic environment, families here have remarkable options to explore.
Amenia
Maplebrook School
Grades 6–12. A co-ed boarding school for students with learning differences, preparing them for college and life with confidence and resilience.
5142 Route 22
845-373-9511
maplebrookschool.org
Millbrook
Millbrook School
A co-ed preparatory school that offers hands-on learning and high-level academics.
131 Millbrook School Rd.
845-677-8261
millbrook.org
Dutchess Day School
Builds the curiosity, confidence, and character that inspire lifelong learning and success. PreK-8
grade.
415 Route 343
845-677-5014
dutchessday.org
Poughkeepsie
Poughkeepsie Day School
Blends challenging academics with hands-on learning to help children from preK-8 solve
problems and embrace new ideas.
244 Boardman Rd.
845-462-7600
poughkeepsieday.org
Faith Christian Academy
PreK–8 grade. Inspires academically strong and spiritually grounded students who feel known
and valued by their peers as they move forward in life.
25 Golf Club Ln.845-462-0266
faithchristianacademy.org
Bright Horizons at Poughkeepsie
Encourages curiosity and individual interests in children ages 1 month to 7 years. Prepares
young students for a confident start in school.
15 Golf Club Ln.
845-686-9936
brighthorizons.com
Holy Trinity School
Elementary school that helps students build strong character and a lasting foundation of faith,
while making a positive impact in the lives of others.
20 Springside Ave.
845-471-0520
holy-trinity-school.com
Oakwood Friends School
Grades 6–12. Rooted in year-round community service, inspiring students to live with integrity,
compassion and a commitment to others.
22 Spackenkill Rd.
845-462-4200
oakwoodfriends.org
St. Martin DePorres School
A Catholic elementary school dedicated to academic excellence, faith formation and character
development.
122 Cedar Valley Rd.
845-452-4428
smdpschool.net
Red Hook
Devereux New York
Ages 5–21. Provides education, clinical, residential and community-based services for children
and adolescents with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences.
40 Devereux Way
845-758-1899
devereux.org
Rhinebeck
Rhinebeck Montessori School
Encourages curiosity, confidence and independent thinking in children ages 3-5.6472 Montgomery Street (Route 9)
845-876-6406
rhinebeckmontessori.com
Wappingers
The Randolph School
PreK–5. An education based in nature and free from screens to help students grow within a
community.
2467 Route 9D
845-297-5600
randolphschool.org
Abilities First
A nonprofit providing education and support for children with developmental disabilities.
Students from birth to age 21.
167 Myers Corners Rd.
845-485-9803
abilitiesfirstny.org
Pawling
Trinity-Pawling School
Boys boarding school (grades 7–12). Combines a strong foundation in character with the skills
and knowledge young men need for the future.
700 Route 22
845-855-3100
trinitypawling.org
Mizzentop Day School
PreK–8 grade. Engages students through creative, intellectual, and hands-on learning
experiences.
64 E. Main St.
845-855-7338
mizzentopdayschool.org
LaGrange
Hawk Meadow Montessori School
Develops independent thinkers through focus, discipline and curiosity in students ages 18
months to 15 years.110 Overlook Rd.
845-214-0260
hawkmeadowmontessori.com
Clinton
Upton Lake Christian School
K–12. Christian school nurturing academic achievement, spiritual growth, and leadership
through a biblical worldview.
37 Shepherd’s Way
845-266-3497
uptonlake.com
Fishkill
St. Mary’s School
Catholic school dedicated to academic achievement, Christian values, and personal growth in
students in preK–8 grade.
106 Jackson St.
845-896-9561
stmaryfishkill.org
Hopewell Junction
Saint Denis-Saint Columba School
K–8. Christ-centered learning that combines academic achievement with biblical teachings.
849 Route 82
845-227-7777
stcolumba.net