Sun Valley Community School Photo - Our location allows students to enjoy a wide range of mountain activities that span four seasons. Students participate in alpine, big mountain, cross-country, freeski, and backcountry skiing, hiking, whitewater kayaking, mountain biking, fly-fishing, figure skating, hockey, and more.

Outdoor Leadership At Boarding Schools

There are 7 boarding schools offering outdoor leadership as an extracurricular activity.

Top Outdoor Leadership Boarding Schools (2025)

School
Location
Grades
Students
EF Academy New York
EF Academy New York Photo - EF Academy New York hosts 260 students from over 60 different countries, including the United States.
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582 Columbus Ave
Thornwood, NY 10594
(914) 495-6056
Grades: 9-12
| 260 students
North Country School
North Country School Photo - Through a variety or teaching methods, hands-on projects, and innovative uses of technology, North Country School students acquire critical academic skills in the humanities, math, sciences and the arts. NCS has high expectations for students, and the school also recognizes that all children learn differently. Each child is challenged according to their ability.
4382 Cascade Road
Lake Placid, NY 12946
(518) 523-9329
Grades: 4-9
| 88 students
Northwood School
Northwood School Photo
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92 Northwood Road
Lake Placid, NY 12946
(518) 523-3382
Grades: 9-12, PG
| 190 students
The Orme School
The Orme School Photo - Caravan offers a unique outdoor adventure and academic program for students. Led by faculty, class-sized trips explore Southwest's stunning landscapes, diverse cultures, and rich history. Camping in National Parks or wilderness, students gain outdoor skills and delve into the region's natural and human history. Caravan grants academic credits for graduation.
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1000 E. Orme School Road,
Mayer, AZ 86333
(928) 632-1566
Grades: 8-12, PG
| 95 students
5521 East Warm Springs Avenue
Boise, ID 83716
(208) 424-5000
Grades: 8-12
PK-12 (day)
| 425 students
3400 Richmond Road
Victoria, Canada V8P 4P5
(250) 370-6170
Grades: 9-12
Pre-K-12 (day)
| 1,000 students
1 Community School Drive
Sun Valley, ID 83353
(208) 622-3960
Grades: 9-12
Pre-K-12 (day)
| 445 students

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