Say Yes to New Adventures

SAY YES

TO NEW ADVENTURES

Steamboat does high school differently. Find yourself at our world-class boarding program in the Colorado Rocky Mountains.

There’s So Much
to Love Here

Come learn in one of the most beautiful places on earth.

At Steamboat Mountain School, we go beyond traditional academics – far beyond. We prepare students for college and life with critical thinking, resilience, and a global perspective. Through challenging academic courses, outdoor adventures, global travel opportunities, specialty winter sports programs, and a diverse and dynamic school community, we develop well-rounded individuals who are ready to take on the world.

Our boarding program is specifically designed for Grades 9 to 12 students and allows them to grow in independence – and thrive both academically and socially – as they prepare for life in college and beyond.

Get a Taste of Mountain Life

A totally unique boarding experience for Grades 9 to 12.

Our boarding program maximizes your high school experience. Come live where you’re learning, immerse yourself in our community, and make connections with new friends from around the country – and around the world. Our boarding students are able to dive deep into academic challenges and explore our beautiful location while gaining life skills and growing independence.

THE CLASSROOM
IS EVERYWHERE

Explore the world – and find your place in it.

Steamboat’s Global Studies program immerses students in possibility through life-changing travel experiences. Recent classes have explored Cambodia, Bolivia, Senegal, Morocco, Nepal, and Ecuador and immersed themselves in culture and communities there. These real-world experiences push students outside of their comfort zones, build confidence, and foster compassion as they learn to give back to their communities locally and around the world.

EXCEL ON THESLOPES AND IN THE CLASSROOM

Get outside with Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club.

Our world-class Winter Sports Club offers elite skiing and snowboarding training opportunities alongside challenging academics for a perfectly balanced – and totally unique – high school experience. In partnership with the renowned Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club, we provide a unique blend of athletic programs and the flexible academic schedule you need to help you thrive both on the slopes and in the classroom. Join us for the perfect balance of sport and study!

Start Your Adventure Today

Are you ready? Join SMS for a perfect mix of academics and adventure. Take the next step and inquire now.

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An Experience Like No Other

Hear about the SMS experience from the experts: our students and families.

"Steamboat Mountain School's curriculum provided me with the essential tools for college success. At Colby, I've come to appreciate the critical thinking, argumentation, and evidence-based reasoning skills that were emphasized at SMS."

– Alumni ‘19 Testimonial

“We relocated from NYC, and SMS played a central role in that decision. The school has met our expectations, nurturing the development of our children within a supportive and engaged community of families."

– Parent ‘25, ‘28 Testimonial

"The unique programming at Steamboat Mountain School provides a healthy, balanced, rigorous, and active lifestyle. The global studies program pushes kids beyond their comfortable boundaries, building resilience along the way."

– Parent ‘24 Testimonial

"The transformation in our daughter... was nothing short of remarkable. She had been anxious about the big winter skills trip. Yet, she persevered and came back beaming with pride! This experience enabled her to grow in ways that would have been nearly impossible at home."

– Parent ‘30 Testimonial

"After over a decade in Swiss private schools, we believe SMS offers one of the finest educational experiences in the world—set against the unique backdrop of Steamboat."

– Parent ‘24, ‘22 Testimonial

"SMS strikes a perfect balance between a rigorous academic college prep school and the spirit of a summer camp. Our 10th grader is thriving, taking all the 'typical' high school classes while also joining the entire 9-12 cohort for Desert Week in Moab."

– Parent ‘25 Testimonial

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GRADES K-12 DAY AND BOARDING SCHOOL

42605 County Road 36 Steamboat Springs, CO 80487

admissions-lp@steamboatmountainschool.org

970-875-3065