Gow sits on 125 acres of woods and fields in South Wales, New York. A visit lets your family feel the pace of the place: small classes, teachers who know every student, and a campus that has been home to children who learn differently since 1926.
What a Visit Includes
- Meeting the Head of School, faculty, and current students.
- Visiting classes while they are in session.
- Lunch with students in the dining hall.
- A conversation about next steps with our enrollment team.
A formal visit day for applicants runs from about 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and includes baseline testing for your child. See the application process for details.
Stops on the Tour
- Howard HallOur new state-of-the-art academic building.
- Orton HallThe largest academic building, home to English, math, Spanish, and history.
- Alice R. Gow Science CenterScience, technology, and research, including the robotics and engineering lab.
- The Gow Center50,000 square feet of courts, a weight room, and classrooms.
- Student HousingDorms by age group, each with faculty who live on campus.
- Weston Dining HallNineteen meals a week under the flags of students' home countries.
See every building on the interactive campus map, which doubles as a virtual tour you can take from home, or read about the place itself in The Original Place.
Open Houses
Gow holds open houses on campus and online. On campus, you can tour, meet faculty, and ask questions with other families. Virtual open houses bring the same conversation to your living room.
On-Campus Events
- November 7, 20269:30 to 11:30 a.m.
- April 10, 20279:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Virtual Events
- November 17, 20267:30 to 8:30 p.m.
- January 26, 20277:30 to 8:30 p.m.
- March 16, 20277:30 to 8:30 p.m.
- May 14, 20277:30 to 8:30 p.m.
- July 13, 20277:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Getting Here
Campus is about a 30-minute drive from Buffalo Niagara International Airport and a short drive from the village of East Aurora. Step-by-step driving directions and flight times from major cities are below, under Directions.
Staying Nearby
East Aurora, 5 Minutes Away
A classic Western New York village with Vidler's five-and-dime, the Fisher-Price headquarters, and the historic Roycroft Inn.
Buffalo, 30 Minutes Away
Museums, 12 colleges, a botanical garden, a zoo, and professional sports. Skate at Canalside, catch a show at Shea's Theater, or see a Bills game.
Lodging, Things to Do, and Restaurants
Hotels
- Hampton Inn49 Olean Street, East Aurora, NY 14052 · 716.655.3300
- Roycroft Inn40 South Grove Street, East Aurora, NY 14052 · 716.652.5552
Coffee and Dining
- Taste Bistro & Coffee BarExcellent for remote work, with Wi-Fi.
- Blue Eyed BakerA spacious café with Wi-Fi, pastries, breakfast, and lunch.
- Elm Street BakeryA cozy bakery with coffee and artisan breads.
- Bar-Bill TavernFamous for Buffalo wings and beef on weck.
- Roycroft InnA historic Arts and Crafts dining experience.
- Rosie's Handcrafted Ice CreamArtisan ice cream and sweet treats.
Shopping and Specialty Stores
- Vidler's 5 & 10
- Fowler's Chocolates
- Rustic Buffalo Artisan Market
Plan Your Visit
Call or email and we will build the day around your family.
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