About Us

To Live

What does it mean to truly live? To have a life you can love? We are devoted to finding out how our students answer those questions. Their answers are all as unique as they are and it is amazing to learn how often they agree. Having friends who share your interests, who reach back when you reach out, who look forward to seeing you every day and who can always be counted on to “be there”—the consistency and longevity of staff and student commitment to Stewart Home & School make life a joy!

To Learn

We are so very blessed that we are a school! Every day we learn from our experiences! Whether in the classroom with intentional, progress oriented instruction or at activities, the learning never stops. We are very proud to be the only school in the country for people with intellectual disabilities that has no upper age limit. Our oldest student is 89! We are excited to see students of all ages learning and growing and far exceeding even their own expectations. How great is that?!

To Love

How can you help but to love an environment that is dedicated to the security and prosperity of its people? As we elect our mayor each year, candidates vie for the votes of their fellow students by speaking of the things they want to do, the places they want to go, and the goals they want to achieve. Learning to live together to help each other achieve these goals is our “pursuit of happiness” and has as its highest aim, the success of each student. It is not uncommon to hear “I love it here!” and when asked why, to hear it answered, “I just do!”

The Proud History of Stewart Home & School

Founded in 1893, Stewart Home & School occupies the historic campus of the old Kentucky Military Institute and its adjoining 850 acres of serene rural farmland in Frankfort, Kentucky. Thru the statuesque entrance gate is the beautiful reflective landmark setting that binds past to present. Now on the National Register of Historic Places, the school offers a one-of-a-kind community, where those who are neuro divergent are truly appreciated and respected.

“Personally, it’s just a great place for anyone and has a lot of great students and staff. There is a variety of things to do such as school, sports, and trips, while being surrounded by a lot of great people that love you and treat you like family. “

Suzie, Stewart Home & School Mayor

“I love Stewart Home & School because there is no place in the country quite like this place. You get to participate and do a lot of things that you’re not able to do elsewhere. I love this school.”

Jon

“My favorite thing about the Stewart Home & School is being with my friends as well as my classes. I love the gardening club here and spending time with the chickens.”

Anne

“Stewart Home & School is my happy place. I thank God every day for my family and Stewart Home. ”

Michael