• The Healing Power of Nature.

    Learn how human-animal contact can have a profound effect on a child.

  • Helping young students overcome challenges.

    An enriched learning environment that identifies and builds upon strengths.

  • Popular activities and events all year round.

    Opportunities for community members of all ages to explore and enjoy.

Therapeutic Special Education

Empowering our students to reach their full potential.

An innovative program incorporating academic, behavioral and emotional support in a comprehensive learning environment to help each child achieve new skills and confidence, and return to their home school district with the best chance of success. Green Chimneys School

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    8:1:2

    A student to faculty to teaching assistant ratio that addresses individual learning styles with necessary therapeutic support.

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    300

    Our 300 animals and wildlife play a supportive role in nature-based therapy and educational activities for children with special needs.

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    550

    Our 550 combined acres give students every opportunity to be part of the environment and discover their own special talents.

COMMUNITY PROGRAMS & SERVICES

So much to offer our community friends.

Green Chimneys is part of the surrounding community. From preschool programs to summer camp to outdoor adventures for school groups, Green Chimneys offers valuable education and recreation experiences, along with exciting public events, for all ages. Join us

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    Dynamic summer camp programs for ages 4-15

    Green Chimneys Summer Camps recognize each child’s individuality and support their desire to discover the world, and who they are in it.

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    Early education to help kids' growth and development.

    Our dynamic preschool and before & after school programs serve children ages 3-12.

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    The great outdoors provides a perfect classroom.

    Learn through discovery with challenging outdoor activities and nature exploration.

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Clearpool Campus
33 Clearpool Road
Carmel, NY 10512
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Brewster Campus
400 Doansburg Road
Brewster, NY 10509
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Celebrating Green Chimneys’ 75th Anniversary

This year marks a fantastic milestone! Take a walk down memory lane and plan to attend one or more upcoming events. [Link to website]

Boa constrictor

Red-tailed Boa

The red-tailed boa, also known as the boa constrictor, is native to the trees of South America — but this one hails from Long Island, New York! He was born and raised in captivity for three years until his owner decided to donate him to the Green Chimneys Wildlife program. In the boa\’s specialized enclosure, students can observe his movements and behaviors and even assist with feeding him rats.