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WHY AVON?

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Why Avon?

Welcome to Avon Old Farms School: Where Brotherhood is Real, and Extraordinary Results Await.

At Avon, we understand boys – their energy, their unique way of learning. Our all-boys boarding school in Connecticut is designed to empower students to become their best selves. We focus on the values of brotherhood, scholarship, integrity, and sportsmanship, creating a foundation that lasts a lifetime.

 

What is the Brotherhood at Avon?

The Brotherhood at Avon Old Farms School is an enduring bond among all Avonians. It's a sense of camaraderie, mutual support, and belonging that extends far beyond the classroom. Through shared experiences, challenges, and achievements, students forge deep connections with one another, creating a network of support that lasts a lifetime. This Brotherhood fosters a culture of respect, integrity, and unity, where individuals are encouraged to grow, learn, and succeed together. Whether on the playing field, in the dormitories, or in academic pursuits, the Brotherhood at Avon Old Farms is a fundamental aspect of the school's culture, enriching the lives of its students and alumni alike.
 

“Brotherhood has a powerful impact on one's specific growth and development. Our brotherhood's shared ideals and goals have inspired us to pursue excellence in various areas of life."
KIERAN MARSHALL ’24

from "This I Believe," an essay for English 4: Studies in Writing
 

 

Teaching Boys is Our Expertise

Our systematic approach, R.E.A.L. Learning (Relational, Experiential, Active, Lifelong), sets the foundation for present and future success. In a changing academic landscape, we strategically empower boys through our prep4ward program, which cultivates personal growth, empathy, life skills, and overall body and mind wellness.

 

Avon Values: The Foundation for Growth

Avon understands boys and appreciates their energy and how they learn. Our environment fosters personal growth, focusing on brotherhood, scholarship, integrity, and sportsmanship. The lessons learned at Avon endure for a lifetime.
 

Avon Old Farms students walking together on campus
Brotherhood
Avon Old Farms students in a math class
Scholarship
Avon Old Farms students walking outside, smiling
Integrity
Sportsmanship

OUR BROTHERHOOD IS REAL.

At Avon Old Farms, boys are challenged to aspire and persevere in the pursuit of knowledge and self-improvement. Throughout the process, our students find unwavering support and create fraternal bonds that last a lifetime.

OUR STUDENTS LEARN TO QUESTION.

The key to a life of value and meaning is rooted in curiosity. Our curriculum encourages boys to question, defining higher learning through the pursuit of truth.

MEN OF AVON EXEMPLIFY MORALITY.

Society needs honest men with a strong moral compass. We challenge boys to explore what is right, what is wrong, and how they can strive to be their best selves.

WINGED BEAVERS COMPETE AT THE HIGHEST LEVEL.

The path to victory, or defeat, is riddled with trials and tribulations. At Avon Old Farms, we embrace this struggle, learning lessons that apply in all areas of life.

AVON OLD FARMS IS ASSOCIATED WITH/MEMBER OF:
  • Connecticut Association of Independent Schools
  • Independent Boys School Coalition
  • National Association of Independent Schools
  • New England Association of Schools and Colleges
  • Sphere Schools
  • The Association of Boarding Schools

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