OAKWOOD FRIENDS SCHOOL
Sponsored Content | April 10, 2025
Oakwood Friends School is the premier LGBTQ+ affirming private school in the Mid-Hudson Valley, with over 200 years of serving diverse communities and fostering meaningful and academic student success. As a proud Quaker institution, our core values—peace, integrity, community, and equality—are central to everything we do.
As an LGBT friendly private school, queer families actively seek out Oakwood for our safe, understanding, and supportive environment—an experience where every student is valued for who they are. Our boarding program includes trans-inclusive housing policies, centering on student choice and offering accommodations that support students’ identities in a respectful and caring setting.
We proudly offer:
• LGBTQ+ affinity groups
• Inclusive advisories that reflect diverse gender and sexual identities
• Community time that celebrates both LGBTQ+ History Month and Pride Month
• Our signature Gay Day, a fun and educational event for grades 6–12
Our LGBTQ+ athletics policy ensures inclusive participation in sports, and we champion both the academic and personal success of all students.
At Oakwood, we go to bat for every student. We are here to protect, support, and uplift the mental, emotional, and physical well-being of every member of our community—regardless of identity or orientation. Pride isn’t just a celebration—it’s a commitment we live by every day.
55 acres of peace of mind. 200 years of proven history. One community focused on your child’s well-being. You belong here.
