We take learning out from behind desks and into the wide-open spaces of our unique 62-acre campus nestled in Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
Because a child’s youngest years are critical for their lifelong success, we make the most of every learning opportunity—from incorporating social studies lessons during harvest on our campus farm to testing water quality in our local stream. We know that when learning becomes meaningful, its impact ripples for a lifetime.
We believe in true learning, embedded deep within.
Because they feel known and cared for, our students trust that their teachers have their best interests at heart, allowing students to fully open themselves up to true learning that is far from a typical private school education. These relationships and experiences build the foundation for academic achievement at Old Trail and beyond. Why Old Trail?
Announcements & Accolades
- Intermediate School
OTS is proud to celebrate the remarkable achievement of Rehs ’30, who recently earned her third-degree black belt in taekwondo. This significant milestone reflects years of discipline, perseverance and dedication to her craft.
- Alumni
Bronny James reflected warmly on his impactful years at Old Trail School after he and his father made history NBA history last month.
- All School
The winning design of third grader Rehs '30 has been selected for the 2024-2025 OTSPA T-Shirt Design Contest.
- Middle School
Old Trail soccer team won the ISL tournament title on Monday night in a dramatic championship showdown.
- Faculty and Staff
Old Trail School made a strong showing at the Akron Marathon with two relay teams, featuring faculty, staff and administrators.
- Faculty and Staff
Old Trail Art Teacher, Lindsay Martin Gryskewich, is debuting her latest exhibition at Summit Artspace in Akron.
- Middle School
Old Trail School has been awarded the 2023 Volunteer Group of the Year by the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank for outstanding community impact.
- Middle School
Competing against some of the strongest chess players in the state, eighth grader Arjun '24 became one of the youngest state champions in the history of the Ohio Chess Congress (OCC) this month.
- Faculty and Staff
Old Trail School's Chief Financial Officer Meeta Nosrati has been named the recipient of the 2024 Will Hancock Unsung Hero Award, a prestigious national honor presented by NBOA: Business Leadership for Independent Schools.
- Alumni
A video recording of our OTS Class of 2024 graduation ceremony, which was held on June 6, 2024, is now available to view.
- Alumni
Old Trail School celebrated the Class of 2024 graduation with a heartfelt ceremony featuring our commencement address, student musical performances and new traditions.
- Faculty and Staff
Early Childhood and Primary Science Teacher Ellie Gally’s enthusiasm for animals ignites a profound curiosity in Old Trail School’s youngest students and fosters a deep appreciation for the natural world.
- Faculty and Staff
Grade 2 teacher Barb DiTirro was named the 2023-2024 recipient of the Catherine Silver McNamara Award in an intimate ceremony held in front of faculty, staff and close family at Merryweather Outdoor Classroom on May 16.
- Middle School
Eighth grader Alex '24 was selected to perform alongside international piano legend Lang Lang at Cleveland's Cuyahoga Community College Metropolitan Campus Auditorium.
- Faculty and Staff
For more than 29 years, Mr. Teunissen has been a cornerstone of the Old Trail School's athletics program, leaving an indelible mark on both the institution and its students.