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Campus Life

We focus on helping students ages 10 – 14 because we know how precious and special this time of life can be. We also appreciate how turbulent and uncertain these years can feel. We love this age and we love these students. This feeling pervades our community.

Our family-style community is supportive, nurturing, and close-knit. Our environment is purposely designed to provide space to develop friendships, repair relationships, and practice adaptive communication. Students heal from the inside out; developing strength, confidence, resilience, and self-worth.

Why Does Asheville Academy Work?

OUR COMMUNITY

The community environment of Asheville Academy supports personal, emotional, and behavioral growth. It’s purposefully designed to help students build confidence and self-esteem alongside their peers, while creating lasting, trusting relationships.

DAILY LIFE

Predictability and consistency are two key components in helping a young person re-establish balance in their life.  Our team, our campus, and our students all help to make this work. Take a look at what daily life is like for a student at Asheville Academy!

Grow

  • Six “Treehouse” Cabins for a Family-style Setting with a Maximum of 8 Students
  • Multiple Inviting Clinical Buildings
  • Acres of Space for Walk and Talks
  • Student-led Garden
  • Expansive Dining Room and Kitchen Where Students Eat and Laugh

Learn

  • Animals Galore to Love and Enjoy
  • Equine Therapy on Campus and Nearby
  • Science Building Classroom for Exploration
  • Language Arts Building Classroom for Creativity and Imagination
  • Math Building Classroom for Algebra and Geometry
  • Social Sciences and Electives Building
  • Administrative Building Where Staff is There for Support

Play

  • Brand New Recreation Building for Indoor Play, Community Meetings, and Drama
  • Yoga Studio for Exercise and Reflection
  • Playground in the Middle of Campus
  • Small Lake for Summer Swimming and Play
  • Multiple Fields for Play and Relaxation
  • Full-sized Outdoor Basketball Court
  • Miles of Nature Trails and Woods
  • Sand Volleyball Court Adjacent to Lake


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  • The natural surroundings at Asheville Academy are so pretty and calming. It's the perfect place to disconnect from technology and focus on self-care and personal growth.

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    AJ, former student
  • I love the positive vibes at Asheville Academy! It's great to be surrounded by other girls who are supportive and uplifting, and it feels like we're all in this together.

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    Emma, former student
  • Asheville Academy is like a second family to me. The girls and staff are so kind and welcoming, and it makes it easy to feel comfortable and focus on growing.

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    Ginny, student
  • 19 months later I can confirm my early instincts were 100% right. Through early meltdowns and triumphs, Christmas via Zoom, and a roller-coaster return, you have walked the talk and were there for our family in meaningful ways at every turn. "Mom" means something so different for me - I am so glad you were the mom-in-chief at AAG!

    Parent of a Student

    Parent of a Student
  • Mrs. Cat, I cannot tell you how grateful I am for all that you've done for me and my family. You have helped countless lost families and people find their worth and love again. You mean so much to this family, I'm glad I could be a part of yours. Thank you!

    Former Student

    Former Student
  • “The staff have helped her learn how to deal with situations and will better prepare her for a successful home life."

    Robert and Margaret

    Robert and Margaret, Parents
  • “I feel very lucky that our family can learn and grow together because of the support we get from Asheville Academy.”

    Paul

    Paul, Father
  • "Asheville Academy allows space for students and families to work on personal and family goals.“

    Andrea and Craig

    Andrea and Craig, Parents
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