Avon Old Farms School
Overview
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We at Avon Old Farms are experts in educating boys. By leveraging relational learning, we bring material to life in a student's mind while challenging each individual to persevere in the pursuit of self-discovery. Our traditionally structured and well-balanced environment refines character traits young men need to be successful throughout their entire life. Although Men of Avon may develop new passions, our unique brotherhood that values integrity, wisdom, justice, inclusion, service, and truth lives forever. On the field, in the classroom, and in life, Avon inspires excellence.

Academics
Summary: Our academic program is designed to instill a curiosity in learning. Avon teachers are completely immersed in the community as dorm parents, coaches, and mentors. As a result, they really know their students. Our faculty forge meaningful relationships with students through a structured mentor program, and develop an understanding of how each student best learns and what he needs to excel. As experts in their fields, teachers at Avon bring lessons to life and create compelling context for engaging class discussion. Creativity, innovation, and collaboration are taught by example through practical application, inquiry, and debate.
Department Director Robert Dowling
Student/Teacher Ratio: 6:1
Average Class Size: 12
Summer Programs: Offered
Full Time Teachers: 65
Number of AP Courses Offered: 16
Teachers Holding Advanced Degrees: 67%
Number of IB Courses Offered: 0
English
- Classics
- Creative Writing
- Honors
- Literature
History
- Asian History
- Classical History
- European History
- Honors
- Medieval History
- United States History
- World History
Foreign Languages
- Chinese-Mandarin
- French
- Latin
- Spanish
Humanities / Social Sciences
- Economics
Sciences
- Biology
- Biotechnology
- Chemistry
- Earth Science
- Environmental Science
- Geology
- Physical Science
- Physics
Math
- Algebra
- Calculus
- Functions
- Geometry
- Honors Math
- Probability
- Statistics
- Trigonometry
Computer Studies
- Multimedia
- Computer Programming
- Computer Science
- Web Design
Music
- Band
- Choral Music
- Music Appreciation
- Voice
Performing / Visual Arts
- Architecture
- Art History
- Ceramics
- Design
- Drama
- Drawing
- Graphic Design
- Painting
- Photography
- Portfolio
- Pottery
- Printmaking
- Publications
- Public Speaking
- Screen-Printing
- Sculpture
- Silkscreen
- Studio Art
- Woodworking
- 3-D Art
Special Programs
- Community Service
- Independent Study
- Internships
- Leadership
Distinctive or New Programs
A New $30 Million Student Center Athletic Complex And Field House Opened In October 2006. A Performing Arts Center That Includes A 500-seat Theater Opened In March 2007.
Campus Life
Dorm Life
Number of Dorms: 8
Average Students Per Dorm: 39
Number of Girls Dorms: 0
Number of Boys Dorms: 8
Dorm Amenities
- Lounge
- Vending Machines
- Wireless Internet
Other Dorm Amenities
Facilities
- All-Weather Track
- Baseball Field
- Basketball Court
- Fitness Center
- Football Field
- Indoor Basketball Court
- Technology Center
- Hockey Rink
Other Facilities
Squash Courts (7)
Clubs & Organizations
- Amnesty International
- Astronomy Club
- Chess Club
- Community Service
- Computer Club
- Diversity Club
- Dorm Proctors
- Environmental Club
- Food Council
- Foreign Language Clubs
- Gardening Club
- Habitat for Humanity
- International Club
- Investment Club
- Literary Magazine
- Math Club
- Model UN
- Newspaper
- Peer Tutoring
- Pep Club
- Photography Club
- Snowboarding Club
- Student Activities
- Student Government
- Student Publications
- Yearbook
- Yoga Club
- Young Democrats
- Young Republicans
- Radio Station
Arts & Athletics
Summary: Avon Old Farms is all about helping our students find balance: our campus leaders are varsity hockey players, members of our elite singing group The Riddlers, and monitors in the dorm. At Avon, the arts are more than paint on a canvas, pixels on a screen, notes in the air, or chords in the hand – our boys experience a journey of creative discovery through personal programs allowing them to explore their undiscovered talents. In the sports arena, Winged Beavers compete at the highest level. Our teams have won more than 30 league and New England championships combined over the last 15 years, and many of our athletes move on to compete for some of the nation’s foremost collegiate programs. At the same time, we ensure that an athletic experience is accessible to and enjoyed by all our students by offering more than 24 sub-varsity teams and intramural activities. The lessons learned on the field, court, or rink help boys understand what it means to contribute to something larger than themselves, and they mature in the process.
Arts Department Director: Cristina Pinton
Athletics Department Director: John Bourgault
Arts
- Architecture
- Art History
- Ceramics
- Design
- Drama
- Drawing
- Graphic Design
- Painting
- Photography
- Portfolio
- Pottery
- Printmaking
- Publications
- Public Speaking
- Screen-Printing
- Sculpture
- Silkscreen
- Studio Art
- Woodworking
- 3-D Art
Interscholastic Sports
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country Running
- Diving
- Football
- Golf
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Rifle Team
- Soccer
- Squash
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Wrestling
Recreational Sports
- Alpine Skiing
- Outdoor Education
- Rugby
- Weight Lifting
Graduates
Summary: As a top college prep school in Connecticut for boys, we thoughtfully guide our students to identify and facilitate the right higher learning match. An Avon student begins his college counseling process during sophomore year – setting expectations and goals early. By senior year, he is prepared to take the lead on this leg of his journey to adulthood. As a result, our students attend some of the world’s finest colleges and universities and go on to become highly successful during their post-secondary careers.
College attended in the past 5 years by our graduates:
Notable Alumni
Pete Seeger
Class of 1936
He is arguably the most influential folk artist in the United States and his legendary songs have served as anthems for an entire generation of Americans.
Brian Leetch
Class of 1986
NHL Hall of Fame Inductee
Kristin Bush
Class of 1988
Grammy Award Winner and founder of the country group Sugarland
Jonathan Quick
Class of 2005
Two-time NHL Stanley Cup Winner
Colonel James Jamie" E. Hayes III "
Class of 1988
Pentagon Senior Special Operations Planner
Nick Bonino
Class of 2007
Two-Time Stanley Cup Winner
Quotes From Alumni
Merit
Merit Scholarships: Offered
Students Receiving Merit Scholarships: 2%
Average Merit Scholarship: 12,000
Current Endowment Amount: $49,300,000
Vital Information
Student Body Type: All Boys
Total Boarding: 308
Total Day: 101
Total Enrollment: 409
Boys: 409
Girls: 0
Boarding Grades Offered: 9-12
Day Grades Offered: 9-12
School Type: High School
Dress Code: Formal
Applications Accepted: SAO
Application Deadline: January 15th
Tuition & Financial Aid
7-Day Boarding: $61,250
5-Day Boarding: $61,250
Day Tuition Fee: $46,500
Need-Based Aid: Offered
Payment Plans: Offered
Students Receiving Aid: 34%
Average Awarded: $32,334
School Finances
Merit Scholarships: Offered
Students Receiving Merit Scholarships: 2%
Average Merit Scholarship: $12,000
Current Endowment Amount: $49,300,000
Contact
Director of Admissions: Patrick Miller
Admissions Phone: 860 404 4243
Fax: 860 675 6051
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.avonoldfarms.com
Nearby Schools
- Miss Porter’s School - 4mi / 6 km
- The Ethel Walker School - 5mi / 8 km
- Westminster School - 8mi / 13 km
- The Loomis Chaffee School - 11mi / 18 km
- Suffield Academy - 17mi / 28 km
- The Forman School - 18mi / 29 km








