The Gow School is the world’s oldest boarding school for boys, grades 7-12, with dyslexia and other language based learning disabilities. Founded in 1926 and located in Western New York, Gow's college preparatory curriculum is presented in small classes using a multisensory format in a technology rich environment. The 4:1 student to faculty ratio allows focus on the remediation of learning differences through a phonics based program known as Reconstructive Language. Character education is emphasized also. In the classroom, in the dormitory and on the athletic fields, students are encouraged to adhere to the four PILLARS of kindness, respect, honesty and hard work. An active community service program enables students to experience the personal reward of helping others.



The Gow School offers a traditional Summer School Program experience for boys and girls ages 8-16. The 5-week session offers a specially designed curriculum for students who have experienced academic difficulties or have language based learning disabilities which may include dyslexia, central auditory processing disorder, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, ADHD and ADD. Summer Program participants can be day students or live on campus and enjoy a full schedule that provides recreational activities on weekends and afternoons. Since 1990, the Summer Program has successfully combined not only academic enrichment and remediation, but also new experiences, opportunities and fun.The Gow School has a rolling admissions policy for its Summer Program. Personal interviews and tours of the campus are given throughout the year.