YORK CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION

York Correctional Institution is a public high school that is part of the Unified School District #1 school district, located in Niantic, CT offering grade levels from 8th Grade to 12th Grade.

York Correctional Institution, located in Niantic, Connecticut, is the state’s only correctional facility for incarcerated women. As a multi-custody level institution, it serves as the primary intake point for all female offenders sentenced in Connecticut, housing individuals ranging from those awaiting trial to those serving long-term sentences. The facility is designed to manage a diverse population, providing housing, security, and medical services within a secure perimeter.

Beyond its primary function of confinement, York Correctional Institution places a significant emphasis on rehabilitation and reentry preparation. The facility offers a variety of programming aimed at addressing the unique needs of its population, including educational opportunities, vocational training, substance abuse counseling, and mental health services. These initiatives are intended to help incarcerated women develop the skills and stability necessary to successfully reintegrate into the community upon their release, with the ultimate goal of reducing recidivism.

For more information, contact York Correctional Institution at (860) 451-3228 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.