Four Winds School is an independent middle school where students in grades 6 through 8 learn at their own level and pace. Our small size, combined with our focus on social skills, mental health, and social justice, creates a safe learning environment for students of any race, gender identity, sexual orientation, or religious affiliation. In addition to these valuable life skills, our students learn self confidence, time management, and most importantly, they learn how to learn. Explore the links, videos, and testimonials on our website to learn more!
As a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, Four Winds School is committed to our mission to serve local middle school students in need of an alternative education. Founded in 1999, Four Winds School has been serving students from Franklin, Hampshire, and Hampden Counties as well as Southern Vermont for more than 20 years! You can learn more about us on the following credible websites:
As a leading alternative school for area families seeking an unconventional learning environment, we provides a key formative opportunity for students to discover their potential and love of learning.Our unique program allows middle schoolers to learn in an intimate and innovative environment at their own pace, following their own curiosity in collaboration with educators to pursue their unique learning goals. We provide students with an inclusive, self-paced learning experience that fosters self-discovery and intellectual engagement. Within Four Winds’ intimate, communal setting, students gain a lifelong faith in their own curiosity and critical thinking. This, in turn, leads to the self-knowledge and initiative they’ll come to rely on as community-minded citizens, lifelong learners, and changemakers.