Pennsylvania Elementary and Middle School Survey 2015

Pennsylvania Elementary and Middle School Survey 2015

Pennsylvania
Elementary and Middle
School Survey
2015-2016
KEY
Enrollment
Extracurriculars
< 100
= Community service
100-200
= Sports
> 200
= Robotics/technology
Tuition
= Art
$ = < $10,000
$$ = $10,000-$20,000
$$$ = > $20,000
FAO = Financial aid
offered
= Music
Services
= Summer program
= Some special needs
accommodated
School, Town
Website / Phone
Grades
Enrollment
Student/
teacher ratio
Tuition
Financial aid
Languages
Grade begins
Tech
Grade begins
Extracurriculars
Services
PreK-12
Spanish, K;
Abington Friends School
16:1 (elem.);
$ (PreK);
Recording studio
French, 7
Jenkintown
20:1 (sec.)
$$$ (K-12)
Abingtonfriends.net; 215-886-4350
FAO
Quaker school fosters a culture of intellectual & creative ambition via an early childhood emergent curriculum and award-winning outdoor-education (ECCO) program.
PreK-8
Hebrew, 1
10:1
Abrams Hebrew Academy
$$
NP
Yardley
FAO
Abramsonline.org; 215-493-1800
Hebrew day school offers exceptional curriculum of Judaic and secular studies for students of Jewish background. Annual 8th-grade trip to Israel.
PreK-12
Spanish, PreK;
17:1
Agnes Irwin School
$$$
Robotics, K;
French, 6;
Rosemont
FAO
engineering, 5
Latin, 7
Agnesirwin.org; 610-525-8400
Girls' college-prep school on the Main Line with educational initiatives in leadership, wellness, technology and citizenship through the Center for the Advancement of Girls.
K-12
6:1
AIM Academy
$$$
iPads, K;
Conshohocken
FAO
laptops, 6
Aimpa.org; 215-483-2461
Multi-sensory, experiential learning for students with language-based learning differences taught by experienced, creative faculty with access to the latest research and resources.
PreK-8
Spanish,
18:1 (PreK-K)
Ancillae-Assumpta Academy
$
Instruction,
PreK
27:1 (1-4),
Wyncote
FAO
4 IT specialists
19:1 (5-8)
Ancillae.org; 215-885-1636
Blue Ribbon School of Excellence boasts phenomenal music and arts program as well as an outdoor science program and STEM lab.
PreK-8
Armenian, PreK;
8:1
Armenian Sisters Academy
$
Instruction,
Spanish, 6
Radnor
FAO
PreK
Asaphila.org; 610-687-4100
Christian Armenian school with Montessori-based curriculum fosters bilingual learning (Armenian & English), cultural enrichment and spiritual development.
1-12
4:1
ATG Learning Academy
$$$
Instruction
Warminster
FAO
Atglearningacademy.com; 267-803-1751
Nonprofit 501c3 school for kids with learning differences. Cognitive curriculum incorporates Arrowsmith Program and Wilson Reading System in small class settings.
PreK-12
Chinese, PreK;
7:1
$$-$$$
Baldwin School, The
iPads, PreK
French, Latin,
FAO
Bryn Mawr
laptops, 7
Spanish, 6
Baldwinschool.org; 610-525-2700
Girls’ liberal-arts school starts service learning in PreK and equips its lower & middle grades with a DREAM lab (Design, Robotics, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics).
1-8
NP
3:1
$$$
Benchmark School
iPads, 1
FAO
Media
Benchmarkschool.org; 610-565-3741
45-year-old school helps bright children who struggle in traditional academic settings become strategic, motivated, independent students; service learning from grade 1.
Pre-K-8
Spanish, 6
20:1
$
Bethany Christian School
Instruction, K:
FAO
Oxford
iPads, 6
Bethanychristian.org; 610-998-0877
Faith-based academics at Presbyterian school that yields excellent standardized test scores and a 90+ transition into HS honors classes; multichild discounts available.
Beulah Baptist Christian Day School
K-8
Spanish, 6
15:1
$
Phila. 19139
Instruction, K
FAO
Beulahbc.org; 215-747-3347
Baptist school with strong A Beka Christian curriculum, successful discipline program and flexible well-informed teachers who work with students & families.
PreK-8
Spanish, PreK
15:1
$
Blair Christian Academy
Instruction, 1
FAO
Phila. 19119
Blairchristianacademy.org; 215-438-6557
Christian-based, technology-infused curriculum at school that hosts International Night, Concert of the Arts, gardening program and service learning that begins in Kindergarten.
PreK-8
Spanish, PreK
9:1
$
Bryn Athyn Church School
Instruction, 1
FAO
Bryn Athyn
Brynathynchurchschool.org; 215-947-6225
Students are educated in the light of New Church doctrine. Religion integrated into all aspects of school life. Students attend daily worship service.
K-8
French, K;
9:1
$$
Buckingham Friends School
iPads, K;
Spanish, 6
FAO
Lahaska
laptops, 6
Bfs.org; 215-794-7491
Quaker school, one of the country’s 12 oldest continuously operating schools, hosts an international program with schools in Russia, India, Australia, Kenya, Ecuador, China & France.
School, Town
Website / Phone
Grades
Enrollment
Student/
teacher ratio
Tuition
Financial aid
Languages
Grade begins
Tech
Grade begins
Extracurriculars
Services
Calvary Temple
Spanish, 6
10:1
$
Computer lab
PreK-8
Christian Academy, Phila. 19145
Calvarytemplechristianacademy.org;; 215-462-2822
Well-balanced academic & co-curricular program at Christian school whose students have won district writing awards and Moore College of Art awards.
Center School
NP
4:1
$$$
Adaptive tech
K-8
Abington
FAO
Centerschoolpa.org; 215-657-2200
Bright students with learning differences develop skills and achieve scholastic and personal success; service learning begins in 1st grade. Classroom teachers are reading specialists.
Christian Academy
Latin, 3
16:1
$
Computer lab
K-12
Brookhaven
FAO
Tca-pa.org; 866-822-5080, 610-872-7600
Christian classics education includes Latin, logic, rhetoric. Diverse student body comes from 16 school districts, 4 states and 130 churches.
Country Day School
French,
7:1
$ (½-day PreK);
Computer lab
PreK-12
of the Sacred Heart, Bryn Mawr
PreK
$$ (full-day
Cdssh.org; 610-527-3915
PreK up) FAO
Celebrating its sesquicentennial, girls’ school provides a values-based college-prep education that combines deeply rooted traditions and values with 21st-century educational tools.
Delaware County
Spanish, 1;
11:1
$ (PreK-K);
1:1
K-9
Christian School, Devon & Newtown Square
$$ (1st grade up) Chinese, German, 6
laptops
Dccs.org; 610-353-6522
FAO
Christian philosophy of education within curriculum and extracurriculars at Protestant school with two locations, in Devon for grades PreK-5 & Newtown Square for grades 6-12.
Episcopal Academy
Spanish, PreK;
7:1
$$$
1:1
PreK-12
Newtown Square
Chinese, French, 6
FAO
laptops
Episcopalacademy.org; 484-424-1400
Episcopal school strives to achieve excellence through academics with innovative math & science program, comprehensive athletics, vibrant arts and strong community service.
Frankford Friends School
Spanish,
14:1
$
STEM lab
PreK-8
Phila. 19124
PreK
FAO
Frankfordfriendsschool.org; 215-533-5368
Quality, affordable, Quaker-based education in historic, urban location since 1833. Service learning begins in PreK. Students develop independence, responsibility and spirituality.
French International
14:1
$$$
PreK-8
School of Philadelphia, Bala Cynwyd
FAO
Efiponline.com; 610-667-1284
Bilingual curriculum in French & English for diverse school community; service learning begins in PreK.
French, PreK;
Spanish, 6;
Latin, 7
Tech lab
Friends School Haverford
Spanish,
7:1
$$ (full PreK & K);
Touch-typing;
PreK-8
Haverford
PreK
$$$ (1st grade up)
instruction
Friendshaverford.org; 610-642-2334
FAO
Quaker school provides abundant student attention via academic/social curriculum. Global studies through Costa Rican program, campus micro-farm and Forest’s Edge Nursery School.
Chinese or
Friends Select School
8:1 (elem.)
$$$
Robotics &
PreK-12
Spanish, 5;
Phila. 19103
10:1 (sec.)
FAO
design,
Latin, 7
Friends-select.org; 215-561-5900
K
College-prep academics at Quaker school with vibrant Center City location on the Ben Franklin Parkway. Diverse, close community, athletics and service learning.
Spanish, PreK;
Friends’ Central School
14:1 (elem.)
$$$
1:1 iPads,
PreK-12
French, Latin, 7 digital citizenship,
Wynnewood
15:1 (sec.)
FAO
Friendscentral.org; 610-649-7440
5
A Quaker school educating for excellence, inspiring tomorrow's leaders and nurturing the promise of each student. Nursery school program available.
Chinese or
Germantown Academy
8:1
$$$
Computer lab
K-12
Spanish, PreK;
Phila. 19034
FAO
French, Latin, 6
Germantownacademy.net; 215-646-3300
The oldest, nonsectarian, continuously run independent school in the nation offers outstanding academics in a setting steeped in more than 250 years of tradition.
Germantown Friends School
8:1
$$$
Tech-infused
K-12
French,
Phila. 19144
FAO
curriculum
Latin, Spanish, 7
Germantownfriends.org; 215-951-2300
Quaker day school in historic Germantown; accomplished faculty leads mission to honor differences, embrace the city, challenge intellect and nurture each student’s needs.
Girard College
8:1 (elem.)
Free, all students
Computer science
1-12
French,
Phila. 19121
12:1 (sec.) receive scholarships
Spanish, 7
Girardcollege.com; 215-787-2600
Boarding school with rigorous academics for students who come from single- or no-parent families, have financial need and possess good grades and behavior.
School, Town
Website / Phone
Grades
Enrollment
Student/
teacher ratio
Tuition
Financial aid
Languages
Grade begins
Tech
Grade begins
Extracurriculars
Services
Robotics,
Spanish, K
18:1
$-SSS
Gladwyne Montessori School PreK-8
computer science, 4
FAO
Gladwyne
Gladwyne.org; 610-649-1761
Accredited Montessori academics and PACE program, in which students manage their own learning and proceed at their own pace. Partnership with the Wolf Performing Arts Center.
PreK-5
Spanish
Varies by
Tech skills &
$ (K);
Goshen Friends School
digital literacy
PreK
grade
$$ (grade 1 up)
West Chester
FAO
Goshenfriends.org; 610-696-8869
Child-focused curriculum emphasizing Quaker values and hands-on experiential learning using 10-acre campus and surrounding area. Service learning begins in PreK.
Spanish
9:1 (elem.)
$$
Greene Street Friends School PreK-8
1:1 iPad, PreK
PreK
10:1 (sec.)
FAO
Phila. 19144
Greenestreetfriends.org; 215-438-7005
Offers exceptional academic program to diverse student community, with emphasis on discovery, achievement and kindness. Service learning begins in PreK.
PreK-9
Spanish
11:1
$ (PreK);
Grey Nun Academy
iMac Lab
PreK
$$ (K up)
Yardley
FAO
Gnaedu.org; 215-968-4151
Catholic school with educational process that leads children to embrace and promote global peace and social justice. Flexible full- or half-day PreK3 for kids 3 on or before Sept. 1.
Tech-integrated
K-8
Spanish,
10:1
$$
Gwynedd-Mercy Academy
curriculum
French, K
FAO
Elementary School, Spring House
Gmaelem.org; 215-646-8815
Roman Catholic school named Top Ten School in PA by Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth. 20% of graduating class annually awarded HS scholarships. Service learning begins in K.
PreK-12
1:1 iPad/
PrimaLingua, 6
8:1
$$$
Haverford School
Chromebook/
Spanish, Latin 7
FAO
Haverford
laptop carts
Haverford.org; 610-642-3020
Extraordinary educators at boys’ school develop high academic performers and good school and community citizens who are socially and emotionally aware.
Spanish, PreK
$
Holmesburg Christian Academy
PreK-8
13:1
FAO
Phila. 19136
Holmesburgchristian.org; 215-335-4323
Middle States-accredited school provides a Bible-based learning environment. Middle school sports teams.
Upgraded tech
facilities
PreK-8
Spanish, 1
15:1
$ (PreK-K);
Holy Child Academy
1:1 tech
program
$$ (1st grade up)
Drexel Hill
FAO
Holychildacademy.com; 610-259-2712
Roman Catholic education with extras like a Lunch Bunch Ballet and 8th-grade Science Dissection Club. No-cut athletics. Full & part-time Montessori-based nursery program for age 2-5.
K-10
10:1
$
Huntingdon Valley
FAO
Christian Academy,
Huntingdon Valley; Myhvca.org; 215-947-6595
Seventh-day Adventist school on beautiful 20-acre campus with highly educated staff and exciting curriculum within a family atmosphere.
PreK-8
Spanish, 6
17:1
$
Immanuel Lutheran School
German, PreK
Phila. 19111
Ilcs.us/school; 215-725-7265
Accredited by ELEA & Middle States Association; small classes; Friend of Core Knowledge School; family atmosphere
Instruction
Pre-K-12
Spanish,
8:1
$ (½-day PreK);
Kimberton Waldorf School
German, 1
$$ (1-8) FAO
Kimberton
Kimberton.org; 610-933-3635
Waldorf academic curriculum taught through the prism of creative thinking. Gardening, outdoor-ed, circus & organic lunch programs. Arts include sculpture and fiber arts.
K-9
Spanish, PreK;
8:1
$-$$$
Lancaster Country Day School
1:1 iPad,
French, 6
FAO
Lancaster
8
Lancastercountryday.org; 717-392-2916
Demanding college preparatory education with mentoring faculty who tailor lessons to student interests, talents and needs in small classes.
PreK-6
Spanish,
15:1
$(PreK);
Lansdowne Friends School
PreK
$$ (K up)
Lansdowne
FAO
Lansdownefriendsschool.org; 610-623-2548
Friends school, founded 1902, provides challenging and creative academic program grounded in Quaker values set in a caring and respectful environment to support student growth.
K-8
Spanish, 6
11:1
$
Logan Hope School
Instruction
FAO
Phila. 19141
Loganhope.org; 215-455-7442
Alternative Christian Street School offers scholarship opportunities for severely at-risk neighborhood children, plus after-school homework help, tutoring and Bible activities.
School, Town
Website / Phone
Grades
Enrollment
Student/
teacher ratio
Tuition
Financial aid
Languages
Grade begins
Tech
Grade begins
Extracurriculars
Services
Instruction &
Spanish, French,
Meadowbrook School
14:1
$$ (PreK-2);
PreK-6
typing
PreK
Meadowbrook
$$$ (3-6)
Themeadowbrookschool.org; 215-884-3238
FAO
Small classes and an exceptional blend of academics & enrichment in a family-like atmosphere on 15-acre campus; focus on self-confidence and leadership.
1:1 iPads (middle),
Spanish,
8:1
Media-Providence Friends School
$ (½ PreK);
adaptive tech
PreK
Media
$ (Full PreK
PreK-8
Mpfs.org; 610-565-1960
up) FAO
136-year-old Quaker school with comprehensive arts enrichment, on-campus solar array, an organic CSA curriculum and integrated service-learning.
8:1 (PreK),
Miquon School
$$ (PreK-3);
PreK-6
Instruction, 1 & 2
10:1 (K),
Conshohocken
$$$ (4 up)
9:1 (Elem)
Miquon.org; 610-828-1231
FAO
Dynamic, project-based progressive education with mixed-age classes and service learning at 11-acre campus in the woods with creek & playing fields.
Laptops,
Spanish, 1
6:1 (toddlers)
Montessori School, The
$$
PreK-6
3-D printer
Dresher
FAO
Themontessorischool.us; 215-542-0740
Authentic Montessori program and curriculum prepare students 18 mos.-age 12 for life challenges. Students get time for independent play as well as teacher-directed activities.
Spanish, PreK;
8:1
Montgomery School
$$ (PreK);
PreK-8
French, 5
Chester Springs
$$$ (K up)
Montgomeryschool.org; 610-827-7222
FAO
Committed to the development of each child's mind, body and character in an enriching cultural and physical environment.
Tech center,
laptops (middle)
17:1
Nazareth Academy Grade School
$
Instruction, 1
Spanish, 1;
Phila. 19114
FAO
K-8
Latin, 6
Nazarethacademy.net; 215-637-7777
Roman Catholic school with honors math, ELA and fine arts program, plus Young Leaders Conference and excellent forensics club. Grads receive $380,000 in HS scholarships.
Spanish, PreK;
iPad carts;
8:1
Newtown Friends
$$
PreK-8
3 computer labs
Latin, 5
Newtown
FAO
Newtownfriends.org; 215-968-2225
Quaker school provides dynamic curriculum through which students learn to think critically, collaborate peacefully, communicate effectively and lead with character and compassion.
Spanish, 1
12:1
$$
Norwood-Fontbonne Academy PreK-8
iPads, laptops,
2 computer labs
FAO
Phila. 19118
Norfon.org; 215-247-3811
Challenging primary, Montessori and service-learning curriculum in creative, interactive environment with PreK-8 athletics; strong Parent Association.
Spanish, PreK
10:1
$ (PreK);
Pen Ryn School
PreK-8
iPads, PreK
$$ (K up) FAO
Fairless Hills
Penryn.org; 215-547-1800
Challenging curriculum in small classes stresses academic excellence, independent critical thinking, community service, leadership and character development.
Spanish,
10:1
$
Penn Christian Academy
PreK-8
iPads, laptops,
PreK
FAO
East Norriton
robotics, graphing
calculators
Pennchristian.org; 610-279-6628
Focused, challenging academics and extracurriculars at Christian school with a Biblical worldview in a peaceful and kind campus environment.
11:1
$
Penn View Christian School
PreK-8
FAO
Souderton
Pennview.org; 215-723-1196
Private Christian school with stellar teachers stresses Biblical teaching and academic excellence.
Spanish, 6
Computer science
Hebrew,
17:1
$$ (PreK-1);
Perelman Jewish Day School
K-5
Laptops,
PreK
$$$ (2-5)
Melrose Park & Wynnewood
computer labs
FAO
Pjds.org; 215-635-3130, 610-658-2518
Jewish day school with a values-based, dual-language (Hebrew/English) curriculum that integrates Jewish and general studies and provides individual attention on two K-5 campuses.
Spanish, PreK;
8:1
SSS
Philadelphia School, The
PreK-8
Tech-integrated
Latin, 8
FAO
Phila. 19146
curriculum
Tpschool.org; 215-545-5323
Progressive-education program focused on experiential learning enhanced by a performing-arts space, Maker Lab and garden-to-table program. Service learning begins in K.
15:1
Philadelphia-Montgomery Christian Academy
Erdenheim
K-12
Phil-mont.com; 215-233-1385
Excellent education from a Christian world and life view since 1943.
$$
FAO
Instruction
School, Town
Website / Phone
Grades
Enrollment
Student/
teacher ratio
Tuition
Financial aid
Languages
Grade begins
Tech
Grade begins
Extracurriculars
Services
Plumstead Christian School
Latin, 3;
12:1
$ (PreK-5);
Tech-integrated
PreK-8
Plumsteadville
Spanish, 7
$$ (6 up)
curriculum
Plumsteadchristian.org; 215-766-8073
FAO
Nondenominational college-prep Christian school with comprehensive Bible curriculum recognized by TheBestSchools.org as one of the country's 50 best. Service learning begins in K.
Plymouth Meeting Friends School
Spanish,
20:1
$$
Instruction,
Plymouth Meeting
PreK
FAO
PreK-6
3
Pmfs1780.org; 610-828-2288
Quaker school promotes respect and nurtures students’ individual qualities. Campus is serene; children feel safe to explore and become part of community. Service learning begins in PreK.
Project Learn School
Spanish, K
9:1
$$
K-8
Phila. 19119
FAO
Projectlearnschool.org; 215-438-3623
Alternative cooperative school in which teachers, students and parents create a progressive, humanistic community; 8th-grade service-learning trip to Costa Rica or Seattle, for example.
Quaker School at Horsham, The K-9
Spanish, PreK
4:1
$$$ FAO
iPads,
Horsham
adaptive tech
Quakerschool.org; 215-674-2875
Children with social, emotional and academic challenges who have not previously experienced school success blossom in peaceful Quaker environment with responsive classrooms.
Rosemont School of the Holy Child
Spanish, PreK
8:1
$$ (PreK-5);
iPads, laptops,
Rosemont
$$$ (6-8)
PreK-8
PreK
Rosemontschool.org; 610-922-1000
FAO
Students develop leadership skills in 21st-century classrooms, based on progressive Holy Child education model of Cornelia Connelly. 98% of grads accepted at first-choice high schools.
Saint Aloysius Academy
Spanish, Chinese, K; Tech-integrated
10:1
$$
K-8
Bryn Mawr
Latin, 6
curriculum
Staloysiusacademy.org; 610-525-1670
Roman Catholic boys school named National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence teaches students to lead and serve. Sponsored by IHM Sisters.
Saint Bernadette of Lourdes School
Spanish, PreK
19:1
$
iPads, laptops,
Drexel Hill
FAO
PreK-8
middle
St-bernadette.org; 610-789-7676
Roman Catholic school provides safe, positive and challenging service-learning environment that cultivates faith and values along with academics.
Saint Katharine of Siena School K-8
World language
Ranges from
$
Computer lab,
Wayne
curriculum, K
high teens
FAO
tech projects
Stkatharineofsienaschool.org; 610-688-5451
to mid-20s
Roman Catholic school with strong faith identity and sense of community educates the whole child. Dedicated and caring faculty; active parental volunteerism and support.
Saint Peter’s School
French, PreK
10:1
$ (PreK);
PreK-8
Phila. 19147
$$$ (K up) FAO
St-peters-school.org; 215-925-3963
Multidenominational school uses historic location as a classroom and provides traditional academics with strong arts, music and sports. Grads admitted to outstanding high schools.
School in Rose Valley, The
Spanish, PreK
8:1
$ (½ PreK);
PreK-6
Rose Valley
$$ (Full-day
Theschoolinrosevalley.org; 610-566-1088
PreK up) FAO
Progressive school on wooded campus balances academics, indoor/outdoor play and the arts. Lunch prepared on campus.
Tech-integrated
curriculum, 3
Shipley School, The
Spanish, PreK;
7:1
$$$
PreK-12
Integrated STEAM
Bryn Mawr
Latin, 6; French,
FAO
curriculum, PreK;
Shipleyschool.org; 610-525-4300
Chinese, 7
iPads
Rigorous academics and strong faculty student relationships. Teaches readiness so students are prepared to face challenges of any scale.
Springside Chestnut Hill Academy
Chinese, PreK
5:1
$(PreK);
Robotics & tech,
Phila. 19118
French, Latin,
$$ (K up)
PreK-12
elementary
Springside.org; 215-247-4700
Spanish, 7
FAO
Single-sex classes through grade 8. Elementary curriculum includes engineering, entrepreneurship & outdoor programs on 62-acre campus bordering Wissahickon Watershed.
Stratford Friends School
Spanish, 1
6:1 (elem.);
SSS
K-8
1:1 iPads;
Newtown Square
12:1 (middle)
FAO
adaptive tech
Stratfordfriends.org; 610-355-9580
First Quaker elementary school in US for children who learn differently. Multisensory Teacher Training Center on-site. Service learning begins in K.
Twin Spring Farm Educational Impressions
Spanish, PreK
NP
$-$$
Ambler
PreK-5
Twinspringfarm.org; 215-646-2665
38% of teachers have Master's degrees. Curriculum addresses individual mental, physical and emotional needs. Toddler program begins at walking or age 1. Nursery program available.
School, Town
Website / Phone
Grades
Enrollment
Student/
teacher ratio
Tuition
Financial aid
Languages
Grade begins
Tech
Grade begins
Extracurriculars
Services
United Friends School
Spanish, PreK
6:1
$ (PreK);
Devices, 3;
PreK-8
Quakertown
Latin, 3
$$ (K up),
after-school
Unitedfriendsschool.org; 215-538-1733
FAO
tech class
Award-winning Quaker school where children develop 21st-century skills through a progressive curriculum in a loving environment. Faculty has received multiple conservancy awards.
Upland Country Day School
Spanish, PreK;
9:1
$$ (PreK-K);
PreK-12
Kennett Square
Latin, 6
$$$ (1 up)
Uplandcds.org; 610-444-7755
FAO
65-year-old school instills the 4 A’s: Attitude, Academics, Arts and Athletics; service learning begins in PreK.
1:1 iPads
Valley Christian School
Spanish,
6:1
$
K-8
Huntington Valley
PreK
FAO
Vcs-hvpc.com; 215-947-4581
Developmentally appropriate, academically challenging, God-centered curriculum nurtures critical thinking & problem solving in a family-friendly environment.
Tech-integrated
Valley Forge Kinder House
Spanish, 1
10:1
$
PreK-6
curriculum, 1
Limerick, Phoenixville
Vfkh.org; 610-489 5757
Montessori program offers individualized learning that incorporates language, math, geometry, cultural studies & geography as well as developmental, sensory & social-skill activities.
$
Laptops, 1
Villa Maria Academy Lower School
Spanish,1;
23:1
FAO
Immaculata
PreK-8
Villamaria.org; 610-644-4864
Focus on intentional leadership and 21st-century learning at girls’ Roman Catholic school with coed preschool for 3- and 4-year-olds.
$ (½ PreK);
Walden School, The
Spanish,1;
10:1
PreK-8
$$ (Full-day
Media
Latin, 6
PreK up) FAO
Thewaldenschool.org; 610-892-8000
Montessori-based academics in mixed-age classrooms foster intellectual curiosity and independent learning. Service learning begins in PreK. Country’s first PreK-8 Fair Trade school.
$ (½ PreK);
iPads, PreK;
Waldorf School
Spanish, K;
8:1
PreK-8
$$ (Full-day
1:1 ratio, middle
Phila. 19144
Latin, 5
PreK up) FAO
school
Philadelphiawaldorf.org; 215-248-1662
Waldorf curriculum inspires critical thinking, confidence and boundless creativity by teaching arts alongside science, math and languages.
SS
STEAM
Waldron Mercy Academy
Spanish, K;
8:1
PreK-8
FAO
instruction
Merion Station
Latin, 6
Waldronmercy.org; 610-664-9847
Catholic school twice recognized as a national Blue Ribbon School of Excellence as well as a Toshiba/NSTA Explora/Vision national winner for the past two years.
$$$
Laptops, 1;
West Chester Friends School
Spanish, PreK
NP
PreK-8
Flexible tuition
1:1 iPads, middle
West Chester
program
Wcfriends.org; 610-696-2937
Quaker school with community-service learning stresses library and children's literature, studio art and art history, music, science, guidance and health.
$$$
Recording studio;
Westtown School
Spanish, PreK;
10:1
PreK-12
FAO
laptops; 1:1 iPads
West Chester
Chinese, 7; Latin,
(middle)
Westtown.edu; 610-399-7900
French, 8
Quaker school with rigorous curriculum emphasizing critical thinking, collaboration, service and social action. If enrolled before 8th grade, students can board in 11th and 12th grades.
$$$
William Penn Charter School PreK-12
Spanish, K;
7:1
FAO
Phila. 19144
Chinese, French,
Penncharter.com; 215-844-3460
Latin, 6
Vigorous academics and Quaker values at Friends school with passionate faculty, 44-acre campus, math & writing centers and state-of-the-art performing arts center.
$$
Robotics,
Willistown Country Day School PreK-6
Spanish, French,
NP
Adaptive tech
Malvern & West Chester
PreK
Willistown.org; 610-647-4001
Montessori curriculum on three campuses taught by PA-certified teachers. Outstanding music program. 40+ years of academic excellence.
SS (K-2);
Instruction
Woodlynde School
French,
6:1
PreK-8
$$$ (3 up)
Strafford
Spanish, 8
FAO
Woodlynde.org; 610-687-9660
Individualized teacher attention to students who learn differently in Wilson Reading-affiliated curriculum; Literary Institute and Cabrini College partnership
$ (½ PreK);
Tech program,
Wyndcroft School, The
8:1
PreK-8
$$ (Full-day PreK & French, PreK;
all grades
Pottstown
Latin, 5
K); $$$ (1 up) FAO
Wyndcroft.org; 610-326-0544
Academic excellence since 1918 emphasizes skills in a secure, friendly environment. Competitive middle-grade sports. New performing arts center and green roof, kitchen & cafeteria.