The Athenian School Photo

Outdoor Adventure At Boarding Schools

There are 5 boarding schools offering outdoor adventure as an extracurricular activity.

Top Outdoor Adventure Boarding Schools (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
The Athenian School
The Athenian School Photo
(1)
2100 Mt. Diablo Scenic Blvd.
Danville, CA 94506
(925) 362-7223
Gr: 9-12 | 6-12 (day) | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
500 Holden Way
Carbondale, CO 81623
(970) 963-2562
Gr: 9-12 | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate: 55% Tuition listed
Fay School
Fay School Photo - Fay School is an independent, co-educational school 25 miles from Boston serving students in kindergarten through grade 9, with boarding available for grades 7-9. Our school is a place of discovery, challenge, collaboration, and growth - a closely-knit learning community where our skillful, dedicated faculty inspires students to achieve excellence in all pursuits.
(1)
48 Main Street
Southborough, MA 01772
(508) 490-8201
Gr: 7-9 | K-9 (day) | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Avg. class size: 14 students Tuition listed
St. Andrew's-Sewanee School
St. Andrew's-Sewanee School Photo - Founded in 1868, St. Andrew's-Sewanee and its students enjoy many long held traditions like the Morning Watch, ringing the Chapel Bells after a victory, Creative Expression Assemblies, Winterim, and the International Flag Ceremony. Recent additions include the Tri-Tree Competition, the pancake race, and the Blessing of the Animals.
(Episcopal)
(6)
290 Quintard Rd.
Sewanee, TN 37375
(931) 598-5651
Gr: 7-12 | 6-12 (day) | 211 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Avg. class size: 15 students Acceptance rate: 83% Tuition listed
3400 Richmond Road
Victoria, Canada V8P 4P5
(250) 370-6170
Gr: 9-12 | PK-12 (day) | 1,000 student Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Avg. class size: 17 students

Recent Articles

Choosing the Best Boarding School: 10 Key Factors (2025)
Choosing the Best Boarding School: 10 Key Factors (2025)
Discover the 10 essential factors for choosing the best boarding school in 2025. Expert tips on academics, costs, fit, and future success.
Is a Therapeutic School What You Need? | 2025 Update
Is a Therapeutic School What You Need? | 2025 Update
Explore 2025 insights on therapeutic schools: benefits, costs, outcomes, and expert guidance to help families determine if this option is the right fit.
Boarding vs Private Day School: 2025 Guide for Families
Boarding vs Private Day School: 2025 Guide for Families
Compare boarding and private day schools in 2025—discover key differences, costs, academics, social life, and expert tips to find the right fit for your child.

Featured Schools