frequently asked questions

Where is your program located?

We are located in southwestern Vermont (in Manchester Center, amid the state’s majestic Green Mountains). For a closer look at our facilities, take a virtual tour.

What types of students is your program prepared to serve?

Bromley Brook is designed for girls ages 13 to 17 who meet some or all of the following criteria:

·  Underachieving
·  Experiencing self-image issues
·  Breaking family rules
·  Sexually acting out
·  Isolating from family and/or friends
·  Lacking social skills
·  Anxious/Depressed

For more detailed information visit our Student Profile page.

How much will tuition cost?

Because we offer comprehensive and highly individualized services, costs associated with enrolling in Bromley Brook School depend upon a number of personal factors, including (but not necessarily limited to) anticipated length of stay and the nature and severity of the issues the child is struggling to overcome.

Our intake advisors will be happy to work with you to develop a detailed financial picture based upon your family’s unique needs.

Does your school accept insurance or provide financing options?

Financial Assistance is available for those who qualify. If you're interested in determining if you would qualify for a private loan, we work with an independent loan organization called Clark Behavioral Health Financing. Loans can cover tuition, enrollment fees and miscellaneous expenses including transportation to and from the program.

CBHF features multiple loan products with competitive rates, and a possible deferral of interest for up to 6 months with no prepayment penalties or cancellation fees. For more information visit our Tuition & Financing page.

Will my child be working with qualified and licensed professionals?

Absolutely! The Bromley Brook team includes a doctoral level psychologist, registered nurse, consulting psychiatrist, and masters level clinicians.

In addition to being supremely talented and experienced, our staff members were chosen for their leadership ability and personal passion for helping girls blossom into strong, beautiful young women.For more specific information about the men and women who make Bromley Brook such a powerful and effective program, visit our Staff page.

Is your program accredited?

Yes. Bromley Brook School is accredited by the Commission on International and Trans-Regional Accreditation (CITA), licensed by Vermont Department of Children and Family Services, and certified as a Recognized Independent School in the Department of Education in the State of Vermont.

How long will my daughter need to remain at Bromley Brook?

It is our hope that your daughter will enroll at Bromley Brook to complete her high-school experience with us. However, at the very least we expect your daughter to enroll for a minimum of 12 months, with the anticipation that she will need approximately three full, four-month semesters to complete the core curriculum requirements.

How will your school meet my daughter’s academic needs?

When a student enters Bromley Brook boarding school for girls we develop an Individualized Learning Plan within six weeks of her arrival at the school, based on her unique learning styles, strengths and challenges. Regular tutoring sessions and daily study periods provide her with the discipline necessary to reach her academic goals. For more information visit our Academics page.

What types of therapeutic/clinical support will my daughter receive?

Our clinical team includes a doctoral level psychologist, registered nurse, consulting psychiatrist, and masters level clinicians who will provide individual counseling, including formal therapy when indicated, and issue focused groups for girls to process with other girls having similar issues.

Your daughter will meet weekly with her counselor for an individual therapy session, and will also participate in one to two therapy groups each week.

Family meetings and conference calls are scheduled as therapeutically recommended by your daughter’s counselor.  For a more detailed look at Bromley Brook’s therapeutic support initiatives visit our Counseling page.

What is a typical day like for a student at your school?

Days at Bromley Brook are highly structured. Weekdays include physical exercise in the morning, academic classes throughout the day, and evening study time or activities. Weekends include intensive art seminars, guest speakers, outdoor recreation like skiing, hiking, or sports, community service projects, and personal quiet time.

How much involvement will I have in my child’s experience at your school?

Family involvement is critical your child’s progress and success – and we encourage close communication and coordination among parents, staff and students.

We will provide you with a comprehensive report on your daughter’s progress every month, and you will be in close regular contact with the individual counselor who will be assigned to work with your daughter.

You will be able to communicate with your daughter via mail, telephone and e-mail. Weekly telephone calls will be scheduled, and you can also access information regarding your child through our Parent Checkin site. Also, you will be encouraged to visit the school during monthly family weekends

How do you prepare students (and families) for life after graduation?

When your daughter successfully completes the Bromley Brook program and moves on to the next stage of her life, she will do so with increased confidence and stability. We focus on developing a coherent transition plan, so that both parents and the student will be aware of the resources to maintain progress and to encourage future gains. Read more about our transition support services.

How can I learn more about your school?

Call (866) 537-2702 or visit our Contact page. We look forward to answering all your questions about Bromley Brook!