Metrokids - Guide to Schools Fall 2016

Guide

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Why School Size Matters Lastest Tech Trends in Education

180 PreK-12 Choices

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A good education should prepare a child for life, not just for tests. Independent schools do this best.

An Independent School offers a unique combination of serious academic challenge, surprising social diversity and a deep commitment to community service. Plus, the kind of teachers you remember for life.

The Delaware Valley is blessed with more than 130 outstanding Independent Schools. And there’s one easy place to discover which one is perfect for your child — www.advis.org.

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12 In-Depth Profiles 40 PreK-8 Schools Pennsylvania . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Delaware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 South Jersey. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

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63 High Schools Pennsylvania . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Delaware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 South Jersey. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Big School or Small School?

Find the Best Fit 80 Schools for Learning Differences Pennsylvania . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Delaware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 South Jersey. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

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What’s New in Tech at Local Schools?

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Welcome to the 2nd Annual Guide to Schools of the Delaware Valley For 27 years, MetroKids has provided a monthly magazine filled with parenting resources, including detailed information about independent PreK-8 schools, high schools and schools for students with learning differences. The Guide to Schools of the Delaware Valley provides focused, comparative information on the many top-notch independent schools in the greater Philadelphia area.

Find additional information on each school in a searchable database that filters selections by school category, location, grade and gender at MetroKids.com/educationguide.

How to use the Guide Educational trends: Get insight into whether your child would thrive in a big or small school, and discover the hottest technology used in local schools.

High schools: The schools in this section provide

In-depth profiles: This special advertising section provides details on 27 schools’ educational philosophies, extracurricular offerings and special programs.

Schools for learning differences: Browse schools

PreK-8 schools: This guide will help you zero in on the right location, size and extras you want from a school for your child in the formative years.

data geared toward future success in college and career, like number of Advanced Placement courses and average SAT scores. for children who need extra support to succeed academically, socially or behaviorally.

Open house dates: This quick-reference chart points you to tours and information sessions to attend after you narrow your school choices.

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BIG or Small?

The Benefits of Independent Schools of All Sizes

By Suzanne Koup-Larsen Size is one important factor parents generally consider as a concrete way to differentiate schools when they choose one for their child. Most independent schools in the Delaware Valley have a fairly small enrollment, says Bobbi Hannmann, EdS, an educational consultant in Moorestown, NJ. Typically, they have fewer than 1,000 students, and for some schools that enrollment figure includes grades K-12. So how much should size play a part when seeking the right school?

Get a feel for the school

There is no ‘one size fits all’ when it comes to independent schools. Choosing a small or large school depends on the child, and each child’s individual needs should be considered as a school is selected,” says Linda L. Phelps, executive director of the Pennsylvania Association of Independent Schools in Plymouth Meeting, PA. Parents must consider their child’s age, temperament and academic needs. Also, whether it’s large or small, families should visit the school to see how the school feels, says Beverly Stewart, MEd, director of Back to Basics Learning Dynamics in Wilmington, DE.

“Once the child is confident in himself, he can really go anywhere.”

-Bobbi Hannmann, EdS

“It’s important to see and feel the culture of the school,” continues Stewart. Independent schools function on different models: Some have K-12 in one location, while others serve only elementary or only secondary school students.

Some schools operate like a small school within a big school. For example, a school may be split into a lower, middle and upper school at one location. The three schools may operate almost autonomously, notes Barbara Kraus-Blackney,

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president of the Association of Delaware Valley Independent Schools, located in Bryn Mawr, PA. Larger schools might try to create a small-school atmosphere by dividing students into teams or via small class sizes, says Hannmann.

Both smaller and larger independent schools have lots of benefits, depending on what suits your child and family.

Benefits of small schools

Smaller schools generally offer: • more individualized attention • smaller class sizes • lower student-to-teacher ratios • fewer layers of bureaucracy • flexibility in the curriculum to meet the needs of the students • a community feel “In a small school setting, you have teachers who know the kids,” says Kraus-Blackney. As a result, “children are less likely to slip through the cracks.”

However, Stewart notes, “There can sometimes be higher expectations at a smaller school because teachers know the students better.”

Small schools can mean smaller social circles, which may be a drawback for some students.

They also may not have all the services — such as special education classes or speech therapists — that your child may require or offer all the clubs, activities and sports that your child wants to try.

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Great Kids, Going Places.

Erin Chen ’16 Hometown: Lumberton Activities/Honors: National Chinese Honor Society; All-South Jersey Orchestra (Cello); String Ensemble; Girls’ Fencing - Captain and All-State in Saber; Girls’ Soccer Captain of 2015 SJ Champions; Girls’ Lacrosse - Captain; Girls’ Tennis - Friends League All-Star; 2015-16 MFS Most Outstanding Female Athlete (Herm Magee Award); Video Game Club Founder and President; Deborah Heart Challenge; Science Olympiad; Special Olympics Volunteer Memorable Academic Project: Biology video group project examining anatomical differences between marsupials and placental mammals Senior Internship: Sunset Road Medical Associates College: Johns Hopkins University Career Interests: Medicine and Engineering

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Big or Small? cont. from p. 6 Benefits of large schools

Larger schools generally have: • more diversity • more activities • more academic offerings • larger social groups • lots of opportunities to try different things Parents should note that more academic offerings does not necessarily mean academic superiority. Ivy League students come from all backgrounds, notes Hannmann, and experts say there is no Ivy League advantage for students from larger schools versus smaller ones.

At a larger school, teachers and administrators may not know students as well, and some children may feel anonymous in large crowds of students. There also can be increased competition for spots on sports teams or in activities and courses.

The right fit

Don’t rely on numbers alone. “Check out each school personally to see what feels like the best fit,” advises Kraus-Blackney.

“The most important thing is that the child is comfortable,” says Hannmann. “Once the child is confident in himself, he can really go anywhere.”

Suzanne Koup-Larsen is a contributing author to MetroKids.

Go to MetroKids.com/edguide for a searchable database of independent schools.

“Shipley prepared me

to become not only a productive member of society, but also a compassionate and engaged leader.

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A coeducational day school in Bryn Mawr, PA www.shipleyschool.org

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“We will take these four years of courage, community and selfconfidence and show you the true meaning of limitless.”

– Carlos lewis-Miller Commencement 2016 Speaker

OPEn HOuSE On OCtOBEr 16 • College Preparatory • Small Classes • Boarding & Day • AP & Honors Courses • Progressive Electives

Solebury School 6832 Phillips Mill Road • New Hope, PA 18938

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School Tech Trends

How Local Schools Enhance Education with Modern Tools

By Cheyenne Shaffer Most classrooms today use some form of technology during instruction. The current generation of students grew up knowing how to swipe a touchscreen or use the Internet, so it’s natural for schools to tap into that know-how and enthusiasm when it comes to education. Teachers, meanwhile, get access to content, resources and systems that aid instruction and personalized learning.

The challenge? The limits to what technology can do change all the time, and schools need to stay up to date on the latest and greatest educational tools.

What’s trending?

To keep up, educators across the Delaware Valley implement initiatives that introduce kids to technology they may not have tried before.

At Philly’s Springside Chestnut Hill Academy, the new-media program aims to do just that. For instance, lower-school students create projects with an electronic building-block program called littleBits.

“The program helps the youngest students know what’s possible so they can become digital creators,” says Ellen Fishman-Johnson, director of The Arts and head of the New Media department at the academy.

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As a member of Apple’s “distinguished educator” program, Fishman-Johnson also leads an after-school class for middle schoolers to test a new app-design program called Swift Playgrounds. Currently in the beta stage of development, the program works on iPads and, Fishman-Johnson notes, could be used successfully by students as young as fourth grade.

Hopewell Valley Regional School District in New Jersey met modern demands with the recent launch of its STEM Academy. With a focus on science, technology, engineering and math, the program began with the fourth graders last year and will extend into middle and high school as the inaugural class moves into upper grades.

According to its mission statement, the STEM Academy hopes to “foster critical-thinking skills and hands-on experiences, with inquiry-based learning in a collaborative setting.”

Complement traditional subjects

Educators continue to find innovative ways to infuse technology into standard subjects.

Fishman-Johnson says her school just introduced a 10th-grade capstone project in which kids combine their interests, such as animation or filmmaking, with a traditional subject like science or English to create a project that they share on the Internet.

“The goal is for students to come up with interesting ways to use the knowledge they’ve gained,” she notes. “We don’t want the creation to just stay in school; we want it to be out in the world.”

Tech is also a helpful tool in the library. Students at St. Anne’s Episcopal School in Middletown, DE use laptops to conduct author and genre research and scope out credible sources for projects.

“Not only are they able to research more efficiently, they can use these devices to synthesize and present their findings,” says librarian Amy

annually on technology.

Jenny Randolph, director of alumni and public relations at St. Anne’s, says the school’s faculty and staff read professional journals and blogs, complete web courses and take part in podcasts to help determine whether specific technologies will fit its curriculum.

Another deciding factor, she adds, is input from students, who grew up with technology and are at the forefront of the latest trends.

Shepherd. Kids show their work via infographics, movies, Prezis (3D presentations) and other creative media programs.

Adding new tech

Investment in a new device or program, whether it’s iPads or an educational management system like Schoology, can be costly. Studies show that schools spend a total of about $56 billion

Ultimately, technology in the classroom continues to grow increasingly popular in part because it reaches kids in a way that wasn’t previously possible. “The material they learn becomes relevant and exciting to them,” FishmanJohnson says, “because technology is something they know.”

Cheyenne Shaffer is resource editor at MetroKids.

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“I want the hardest

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– Ayanna, Class of 2016

My hardest class is advanced chemistry. Every year I’ve been challenged to push myself in science.

That’s what motivates me to learn. I want the hardest challenge. That’s how people grow.

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The Agnes Irwin School Empowering Girls To Learn, To Lead, and To Live a Legacy

Ithan Avenue & Conestoga Road Rosemont, PA 19010-1099 610-525-8400 admission@agnesirwin.com www.agnesirwin.org

OPEN HOUSE DATES:

All-School — Wed., Oct. 26, 2016, 6-8pm Athletics — Wed., Nov. 2, 2016, 7-8:30pm Arts — Thurs., Nov. 17, 2016, 7:45-10am TOURING TUESDAYS Drop in on selected Tuesdays at 8:30am, starting Sept. 27.

No appointment necessary “Where girls are confident, engaged and excited about what lies ahead”

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The Agnes Irwin School is a nationally recognized all-girls’ independent, college-preparatory day school for grades PreK-12 that has provided an exceptional liberal arts education since 1869. We offer rigorous academics, coupled with competitive athletics and diverse visual and performing arts, and we combine current educational thinking with well-established teaching practices that serve girls best. Agnes Irwin is a place where girls take chances, discover their strengths and excel across a wide range of academic, athletic, artistic and extracurricular pursuits. We’re a place that’s small enough to feel like a real community but big enough to inspire a sense of adventure — a place where girls are engaged, confident and prepared to lead with grace, empathy and courage. At Agnes Irwin, girls not only embrace learning, they immerse themselves in it.

Whether bringing ideas to life in the Kindergarten Invention Convention, crafting plays in Middle School or delivering a Senior Assembly, our girls eagerly tackle challenges, freely speak their minds and boldly follow their curiosity wherever it leads — which may be somewhere completely unexpected. Our 650 students hail from more than 70 zip codes around the Philadelphia region as well as other countries, enriching our community with diverse perspectives. With strong academics, a dedication to research-based practices and highly selective college placements, The Agnes Irwin School empowers girls to learn, to lead and to live a legacy.

Points of Pride: The school’s Center for the Advancement of Girls (CAG) is an educational initiative that has been, since its earliest days, focused on solutions.

Through existing and new research, CAG has continued to grow in its knowledge of and expertise about girls’ lives to create environments in which girls thrive. Its work centers on four domains: leadership, global citizenship, wellness and learning and teaching in the 21st century.

Grades: PreK-12 Girls

Enrollment: 650 S/T Ratio: 14-17:1

Tuition: $22,700-$35,500 Financial aid offered

Archmere Academy Inspiring Students to Distinction

3600 Philadelphia Pike Claymont, DE 19703 302-798-6632

OPEN HOUSE DATES:

Sun., Nov. 13, 2016

Entrance Exam: Sat., Dec. 3, 2016 Register online at: www.archmereacademy.com/ admissions

Archmere is Founded in Faith and Evolving For the Future.

Founded by the Norbertine Fathers and rooted in the traditions of academic excellence, social development, community service and faith reflection, Archmere Academy continues to adapt to an everchanging world, employing best practices for 21st-century learning and challenging today’s students to become tomorrow’s leaders.

Archmere Students are Inspired to Achieve by the relationships they form with their teachers, friends, administrators and staff.

Through these connections our students find the support, guidance, motivation and knowledge they need to reach their highest achievement and find true, personal distinction.

Archmere Focuses on the Whole Student, offering technologyinfused programs, a rigorous curriculum supported by studentteacher partnerships, a host of extracurricular opportunities and a fully utilized collegiate-style campus to create an exceptional educational experience.

Archmere Offers an Elite Educational Program: Since its founding in 1932, Archmere has been known for its rigorous academic program, strengthened by the technology infusion that enhances instruction in multiple content areas, primarily through the use of laptops and iPads. It’s balanced by numerous opportunities to participate in sports, community service, performing and fine arts and over 50 extracurricular clubs and activities. In short, Archmere is a place where students come to discover who they are by exploring interests, developing skills and nurturing talents.

Points of Pride: 21 Advanced Placement course offerings; 97% of the 170+ students who Valuing community, respect, zeal, reverence and wisdom and nurturing body and soul, mind and heart, Archmere focuses on the whole person through academic excellence, faith reflection, social development and service to others.

took AP exams in 2015 scored a 3 or higher; full-exchange immersion programs with France, Germany and Spain; 83% of faculty hold advanced degrees with an average of 15 years of experience; the class of 2015’s mean SAT score was 1903 (out of 2400), 535 points higher than the Delaware average and 413 points above the national average; Apple Distinguished School with 1:1 laptop in a 21st-century learning environment

Grades: 9-12 Coed

Enrollment: 506 S/T Ratio: 9:1

Tuition: $24,950 Financial aid offered

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Benchmark School Transforming Futures. Empowering Success.

2107 North Providence Road Media, PA 19063 610-565-3741 admissions@benchmarkschool.org www.benchmarkschoolorg

OPEN HOUSE DATES:

Thurs., Nov. 10, 2016 Thurs., Jan. 19, 2017 9-11am

Benchmark Summer Camp: Language arts instruction and recreation program July 3-Aug. 4, 2017 Providing bright children who may exhibit dyslexia, dysgraphia, ADHD, auditory processing difficulty or another learning difference with comprehensive, individualized instructional plans that create a formula for success.

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Benchmark provides a comprehensive academic program tailored to the way each student learns best, fostering a mastery of executive function processes and 21st-century skills. The school’s passionate, gifted faculty uses the best current research and practices to develop a detailed understanding of each student’s strengths and challenges to create a profile that guides them in providing the most appropriate instruction for each student. Through an ongoing, ever-evolving continuum of communication and care, a team of teachers and counselors mentors students and works with their parents to develop the whole child.

The history of Benchmark School is rich with success stories of thousands of alumni who know who they are as learners. They creatively apply the strategies they learn at Benchmark to take charge of their learning and meet with success in high school, college and their chosen fields. Benchmark graduates are self-advocates who understand their strengths and challenges, are persistent and resilient, confident in their abilities and have an expectation of success.

Celebrating 46 years of helping bright students who have yet to reach their academic potential become confident and strategic thinkers, learners and problem solvers who meet with success in school and life.

Points of Pride: • Digital learning • Hearing tech • Counseling • Language decoding • Sports • Theater Grades: 1-8 Coed

Enrollment: 173 S/T Ratio: 3:1

Tuition: $32,800-$33,800 Financial aid offered

Buckingham Friends School Valuing Tradition — Educating for the Future

5684 York Road Lahaska, PA 18931 (Across from Peddler’s Village) 215-794-7491 www.bfs.org

OPEN HOUSE DATES:

Sat., Nov. 12, 2016 Tues., Jan. 10, 2017 Sat., May 6, 2017 10am-12noon

Tuesday Tour Dates: 1-hour tours for busy parents Oct. 4 & Dec. 6, 2016 Feb. 7, Mar. 7, Apr. 4 & June 6, 2017, 9:30am The Mission of Buckingham Friends School is to inspire a lifelong love of learning, nurture a respect for the Light in every person, and foster a sense of spiritual community.

Founded in 1794, Buckingham Friends School is a coeducational day school for students in Kindergarten through eighth grade. We are a close-knit community of dedicated faculty committed to providing a vigorous and engaging education in the Quaker tradition, partnered with engaged families who regularly participate in the life of the school.

At BFS, children are allowed to be children while they develop the skills and attitudes necessary to have an impact in today’s world. BFS students understand that education is a journey of discovery and recognize that the process of trial, error, redesign and trial again is essential to building knowledge. They are ready to face challenges because they are confident in having practiced the skills of discovery that lead to insight and understanding. This makes them fearless learners and participants in their own education, characteristics that distinguish BFS students and a BFS education.

BFS delivers what has come to be called the “quiet curriculum”: an affective understanding of positive interaction with others for the benefit of all. We teach the core Quaker Values of Simplicity, Peace, Integrity, Community, Equality and Service (Stewardship of the earth).

We also promote outdoor exploration through extended recess and play time for all grades and teach Wellness and Mindfulness as integral components of our curriculum. Project-based learning and cooperative research expand avenues of exploration in our academic and social curricula. We are committed to developing your child’s personal, social and emotional development, as well as challenging his or her academic advancement.

Points of Pride: 20+ years of participation in the Joint Environmental Mission Program, a yearly opportunity for middle-school students to live abroad for two weeks with a family in Australia, China, Costa Rica, France, Hawaii, India, Kenya or Russia; Before-school Program (early morning drop-off starts at 7:15am); Afterschool Program (engaging, active program until 5:45pm); experiential learning; project-based learning; Mindfulness and Wellness Grades: K-8 Coed

Enrollment: 140 S/T Ratio: 7:1

Tuition: $19,570 Financial aid offered

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Center School A Personalized Approach to Learning

2450 Hamilton Avenue Abington, PA 19001 215-657-2200 www.centerschoolpa.org

OPEN HOUSE DATES:

Weds. at 9:30am Oct. 26, 2016 Dec. 7, 2016 Feb. 8, 2017 March 15, 2017 April 19, 2017

Center School’s mission is to provide children who learn differently with a personalized education to realize their potential and reshape the way they view themselves and their future.

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Center School is an independent school that provides children who learn differently with a personalized education to realize their potential and reshape the way they view themselves and their future. For over 27 years, this quaint, private school for grades 1 through 8 has been a trusted resource for students with languagebased learning differences, such as dyslexia, ADHD, auditory processing and executive function challenges.

Center School recognizes the role that language plays in academic success, and much of the day is dedicated to literacy instruction with Orton-Gillingham or Wilson, reading comprehension and writing. A majority of our students also face challenges in math, so our math curriculum emphasizes authentic mathematical situations, project-based learning and STEM principles. Our students take core subjects in science and social studies, and students use technology widely throughout each class to keep at pace with 21st-century skills. We employ methods proven by research and practice to be the most effective for our students’ special requirements. Students are taught in small groups so teachers can continuously monitor their progress and alter instruction to suit a child’s changing learning needs. We adjust the curriculum to teach at an appropriate pace for a student’s individual level of learning. Most important, students learn to understand their learning difference and develop skills to advocate for what they need. Our personalized approach has helped hundreds of students to succeed in high school, college, graduate school and careers.

Points of Pride: • Warm, nurturing and caring environment in a small-school setting • Offers a literacy-rich program that includes Orton-GIllingham and Wilson instruction • Mindfulness and Movement • After-school sports, drama and extracurricular clubs

Grades: 1-8 Coed

Enrollment: 65 S/T Ratio: 8:1

Tuition: $30,500 Financial aid offered

Country Day School of the Sacred Heart Educating Her Mind, Opening Her Heart

480 South Bryn Mawr Avenue Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 610-527-3915 Director of Admissions, Mary Lee FitzPatrick marylee.fitzpatrick@cdssh.org www.cdssh.org

OPEN HOUSE DATES:

Sat., Oct. 15, 2016 Grade 9 Scholarship/Entrance Exam, 8:45am-12noon Register: www.cdssh.org Upper School Open House, 12:30-3pm Tues., Oct. 25, 2016 All-Grades (K-12), Open House 9-11am Sat., Jan. 28, 2017* All-Grades (K-12), Open House 11am-1pm *Snow date: Feb. 4, 2017 Sat., Apr. 29, 2017 Grade 7 Pre-HSPT Prep Exam 8:45am-12noon Register: www.cdssh.org

Established in 1865, Country Day School of the Sacred Heart has educated curious young girls and young women for over 150 years.

The 2016-2017 school year welcomed Miss Deirdre Cryor, who arrived in July as the new Head of School. “I am thrilled to be a part of this beautiful mission that has the strength of years of practice and at the same time is so current to today’s needs,” Miss Cryor said.

Guided by the global vision of St. Madeleine Sophie Barat, the Network of Sacred Heart Schools is an association of 24 independent Catholic educational institutions in the U.S. and Canada. While each Sacred Heart school has its own ethos and defining characteristics, the five goals unmistakably define every campus.

The all-girls atmosphere gives students an opportunity to become more vocal and recognize that they are responsible for becoming women who make a difference in the world. The school seeks to foster open-mindedness and reverence for all differences. Young women are empowered to extend their critical thinking and experience self-awareness and resilience in a global community.

Students of all ages are encouraged to take risks, reach beyond their comfort level and expect more of themselves as critical thinkers, lifelong learners and responsive leaders. Each day the students are met with opportunities for spiritual, social and personal growth.

An extended day program for lower and middle school students is run by Sacred Heart teachers, and students have the opportunity to do school work or socialize with friends. Early morning childcare is available. Lower and Middle school students can participate in afterschool teams and clubs such as field hockey, tennis, crew, performing arts, etc. CDSSH is a Microsoft Imagine Academy. This program offers Upper School students access to training and industry-level certification in Microsoft Office Suite.

Points of Pride: 1:1 iPads (US); PC & MAC labs; US Microsoft Imagine Academy; developmental guidance classroom curriculum; college counseling; service culture; US career day; grade 12 independent study; sports; performing arts; visual arts; community service; instrumental music; clubs; member of Sacred Heart Network Grades: K-12 Girls

Enrollment: 300 S/T Ratio: 12-15:1

Tuition: $12,700-$18,400 Financial aid offered

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The Episcopal Academy Challenging and Nurturing Mind, Body, and Spirit

1785 Bishop White Drive Newtown Square, PA 19073 484-424-1444 www.episcopalacademy.org

OPEN HOUSE DATES:

Oct. 30, 2016

A Parents’ Closer Look: Oct. 6, 2016

We take a robust approach to Mind, Body, and Spirit as an holistic approach to educating, nurturing, and developing boys and girls. We do not believe that Mind, Body, and Spirit are competing interests, but rather that the three are clearly inseparable and mutually reinforcing.

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Located in Newtown Square, Episcopal Academy is a PreK-12 coeducational independent school that offers excellent academics, competitive athletics, diverse arts, strong community outreach and superb facilities. We respect all faiths and recognize that the presence of students, families and faculty of varied religions and backgrounds is vital to the vibrancy of our diverse community.

Episcopal offers a college-preparatory curriculum that blends time-honored approaches to education with new ways of learning aimed at challenging and preparing our boys and girls for the world of tomorrow. With small classes, teachers know their students as well as their hopes and dreams. Students are encouraged to build on existing skills as well as broaden their outlook by trying something new. The Episcopal Academy has dedicated itself to educating the whole student by providing a challenging and supportive environment. Our mission is to inspire boys and girls to lead lives of purpose, faith and integrity.

We welcome new families to campus any time. Seeing the school in action is the best way to get to know our community. Talking to students, witnessing classes and activities and sensing the values and priorities for a school will help you decide if Episcopal is the right fit. Sign up for an admission event, schedule a private tour, attend one of our concerts and theatrical performances or pop in on this week’s big game! Contact us at 484-424-1444 or admission@ episcopalacademy.org to learn more.

Points of Pride: • 100% of graduates attend 4-year colleges • 20% of graduates attend Ivy League schools • 23 Advanced Placement (AP) courses • Global Online Academy partnership • 30% of seniors recruited for collegiate athletics • 123-acre, picturesque, state-of-the-art campus • 7:1 student-to-teacher ratio Grades: PreK-12 Coed

Enrollment: 1,254 S/T Ratio: 7:1

Tuition: $22,500-$33,100 Financial aid offered

George School Developing Citizen Scholars and Stewards of the Earth

1690 Newtown Langhorne Road Newtown, PA 18940 215-579-6547 admission@georgeschool.org www.georgeschool.org

OPEN HOUSE DATES:

Sun., Oct. 23, 2016, 1:30pm

With Quaker tradition as its touchstone and academic excellence at its core, George School seeks to develop citizen scholars cheerfully committed to openness in the pursuit of truth, to service and peace and to the faithful stewardship of the earth.

George School is conveniently located within an hour of Princeton, NJ, and Philadelphia, two hours from New York City and three hours from Washington, DC. In keeping with George School’s Quaker spiritual core, our beautiful campus is a genuinely friendly place. Students in grades 9 through 12 thrive in a community of people of different faiths, nationalities, ethnicities and cultures.

George School excels at educating students to Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) standards. The School offers almost 50 IB courses and nearly 20 AP courses. The majority of graduating seniors attend selective colleges and universities, nationally and internationally.

A George School education exposes students to the arts. In the visual arts, students take classes in ceramics, communication, design, painting and drawing, photography, sculpture, stagecraft, film production and woodworking. Performing arts classes include dance, instrumental music, theater and vocal music.

Almost every term, students must participate in a team sport or a physical education class. We offer a three-season equestrian program as one of the many available fitness and athletic courses.

George School graduates have a can-do spirit and a rock-solid belief that what one does really matters. This combination creates an uncommon inclination to take on challenges and lead by doing. Our students care about others and the earth we inhabit. They are ready for anything life throws their way.

Points of Pride: • IB diploma program • AP offerings • Service learning • Global diversity Grades: 9-12 Coed

Enrollment: 540 S/T Ratio: 7:1

Tuition: $37,700 (Day) $55,600 (Boarding) Financial aid offered MetroKids.com

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The Grayson School All Gifted, All Day

35 North Malin Road Broomall, PA 19008 484-428-3241 contact@thegraysonschool.org www.thegraysonschool.org

OPEN HOUSE DATES:

Oct. 6, 2016, 9:30-11:30am Nov. 17, 2016, 9:30-11:30am Enrichment Center — Oct. 1, 2016, 1-3pm Tours on Tuesdays: Begin Sept. 20, 2016, 9:30am Visit our website for more dates.

“We found a school that, although small, is as mighty as they come and beyond able to help us navigate the waters of education in a society where the true understanding of a gifted child is sorely missing.” – A Grayson parent

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The Grayson School is Pennsylvania’s only independent, non-profit school and weekend enrichment program designed specifically for gifted learners.

At Grayson, we are passionate about helping gifted students find a place where they can be challenged and have a chance to grow — opportunities they may not have elsewhere. Not all gifted children are the same, and we know that they need different things from school. High-ability learners need to be able to progress at their own pace and at their own level, and they benefit from interaction with both intellectual and social peers. Our faculty and staff have extensive training in understanding and nurturing the social and emotional development of gifted children and can appropriately support their needs.

Our academic program, based on research-based best practices in gifted education, is designed to meet each student at his or her own ability level. Every day includes project-based learning, coding and other STEM activities that allow our students to lead, explore and answer complex questions and challenges. Very small class sizes allow for both ability and peer groupings within a unique and individualized vertical curriculum design.

The Enrichment Center at The Grayson School offers Saturday morning and summer camp programs for all gifted learners in the greater Philadelphia region. Our extracurricular programs challenge gifted children to think critically, ask and answer difficult questions, solve problems, stretch their minds and have fun! Courses are not for curricular advancement but to give students a chance to explore topics of interest them that they may not have exposure to at school.

Points of Pride: • The only school of its kind within a 125-mile radius • Student-directed, project-based learning is a key component of the curriculum, and every student codes every day • A maximum student-teacher ratio of 8:1; staff and faculty are highly trained in the unique needs of high-ability learners • No “ceilings” or limits on what our students can learn each year — unlimited potential, endless possiblities Grades: K-8 Coed

Enrollment: 27 S/T Ratio: 8:1

Tuition: $25,340 Financial aid offered

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OPEN HOUSE DATES:

Sun., Oct. 23, 2016, 2-4pm Thurs., Jan. 19, 2017, 9:30-11:30am & 7-8:30pm Tues., March 7, 2017, 9:3011:30am & 7-8:30pm Tues. morning tours, 8:30-9:30am

When children walk through the doors at Haddonfield Friends School, they are welcomed into a community that inspires an insatiable curiosity to learn. Through curricula and experiences that are progressive, timely and relevant to today’s world, we at HFS encourage our students to wonder and explore, to ask challenging questions and seek answers and to discover — to become independent learners and thinkers.

We at HFS provide effective tools for students to respond compassionately and thoughtfully to one another and the world in a non-violent manner — to be peaceful, creative problem solvers.

Students seek opportunities to serve others and tend the environment in the context of community/global outreach and daily practice — to be good stewards of relationships, resources and the planet.

Students come to embody the Quaker testimonies of simplicity, peace, integrity, community, equality and stewardship at HFS, where they are woven into every aspect of school life. Through logic and necessity, these testimonies are integral to our students’ journeys, from the moment they first step onto campus, to the day they graduate and join the world as joyful, awakened and passionate members of our world family.

Points of Pride: • Two certified teachers for each Early Childhood & primary grade • Emphasis on project-based, community and service learning • Award-winning math/science projects at Coriell Science Fair • Environmental walk and “Dell” on campus • *NEW* MakerSpace • Schoolwide tech curriculum & 1:1 laptops & Chromebooks in Middle School • Integrated humanities programs with a focus on writing that affects change • Emphasis on K-8 specials and electives, including daily Spanish in Middle School • Cross-grade mentorship through our “buddy” program • School dog (“Yosemite”)!

Grades: PreK-8 Coed

Enrollment: 145 S/T Ratio: 7:1

Tuition: $15,904-$16,992 Financial aid offered

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The Haverford School Preparing Boys for Life Since 1884

450 Lancaster Avenue Haverford, PA 19041 610-642-3020 www.haverford.org

OPEN HOUSE DATES:

Middle/Upper School — Oct. 18, 2016 Lower School — Oct. 26, 2016 All School — Nov. 10, 2016 Look & Learn — Kindergarten: Oct. 5, 2016 Lower School: Nov. 9 & 30, Dec. 7, 2016 Middle School: Nov. 16, 2016 “The academic curriculum is rigorous and engaging; there are high expectations of integrity, resiliency, and hard work. My son is thriving in this emotionally safe and academically challenging school.” – Lower School parent

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Whether exploring the structure and sounds of the violin in our kindergarten music curriculum, learning the “eco-nomics” of recycling in first grade, designing mazes in Middle School art, or building bottle rockets in Upper School engineering, Haverford School students make myriad discoveries each and every day. Classroom lessons are heightened through experiential learning, including second graders’ 10-week study of African culture. The boys create walking sticks depicting a life lesson and perform African drumming and dance under the tutelage of a local troupe. Cheered on by their prekindergarten “buddies,” teachers, and parents, the boys walk three miles carrying gallons of water, simulating the hardship that many African children endure to access fresh water.

With more than 130 years of preparing boys for life, The Haverford School has a consistent vision of the best that boys can be. Our extraordinary educators are experts in teaching and mentoring boys, uncovering and fueling each boy’s passions. We understand that: • Boys are physical beings and have a natural desire to move. We use space, movement, and collaboration to enhance boys’ learning.

• Boys respond well to clear expectations and positive reinforcement. Our curriculum is structured to give boys room to fail and encouragement to succeed.

• Boys thrive under a relational teaching method. We support boys in multiple arenas, developing deep connections and fostering achievement.

The outcomes of a Haverford education are evident in the success and contributions of our alumni, who are making their mark around the globe as government officials, international aid workers, technology entrepreneurs, financial analysts, and Olympic hopefuls.

Ninety seven percent of the Class of 2016 was admitted to one of their top three college choices, representing some of the finest institutions in the country.

Visit Haverford to see how we can help your son become his best self.

Grades: PreK-12 Boys

Enrollment: 977 S/T Ratio: 8:1

Tuition: $22,300-$37,500 Financial aid offered

Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy Love Where You Learn

272 South Bryn Mawr Avenue Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 610-922-2350 www.jbha.org

OPEN HOUSE DATES:

Mon., Oct. 10, 2016 Fri., Nov. 11, 2016 Tues., Jan. 10, 2107 Wed., March 22, 2017 9:30am-12noon

Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy is a pluralistic Jewish day school for students from a broad variety of backgrounds. The school integrates a rigorous collegeprep curriculum with the teaching of essential Jewish and American values and texts.

Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy is the only dual-curriculum day school in the tri-state area for students in grades 6 through 12 from all Jewish backgrounds.

A college-prep school with a focus on community service and social action, JBHA combines academic excellence with timeless Jewish studies, values and traditions that empower students to excel in learning, leading and life. Our talented, caring faculty, coupled with cutting-edge facilities on a 35-acre campus, prepares students to meet the challenges of a complex world.

JBHA learning experiences foster critical and creative thinking in both general and Jewish Studies classes, where asking questions and problem solving are more important than finding the “right� answer.

JBHA empowers students to develop the skills that prepare them to succeed in the 21st century and in life.

Integrated Dual Curriculum: JBHA combines rigorous college-prep courses in the humanities, social and natural sciences, mathematics, technology, languages and the arts with outstanding Jewish studies courses infused with timeless values and traditions.

Extracurricular programs include 18 sports team, 59 clubs and award-winning music, art and drama programs.

A unique study abroad program allows JBHA juniors to live and study in Israel for a trimester.

Confident, creative and caring JBHA students graduate with a strong sense of identity, a passion for their heritage and a commitment to making the world a better place. They are accepted to top-tier colleges and universities in the U.S. and Israel and make significant contributions on campus and in the community.

Points of Pride: STEAM program w/Innovation Lab featuring 3D printing & laser cutter/engraver in full Makerspace; 9th-12th STEAM Institute: 9th, engineering; 10th, biomed. engineering; 11th-12th, research/internships; 11th-grade trimester in Israel; 9 AP courses (Bio., Calculus, Chem., Environ. Sci., Computer Sci., Govern., Lit., Latin, Statistics); 10 honors courses; resource program for diverse learners; 100% community service participation; 85% of grads admitted to first-choice college Grades: 6-12 Enrollment: 370 Tuition: $23,920-$31,450 Coed S/T Ratio: 15:1 Financial aid offered Accredited by PAIS, NAIS and the College Board MetroKids.com

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The Miquon School The Natural World Is a Place To Learn

2025 Harts Lane Conshohocken, PA 19428 610-828-1231 admissions@miquon.org www.miquon.org

OPEN HOUSE DATES:

Information Night for Prospective Parents — Thurs., Oct. 13, 2016, 6:30pm Sat., Nov. 20, 2016, 1:30pm Thurs., May 18, 2017, 9am

We seek to create confident, life-long learners who will move out into the wider world with strong academic and social skills, intense personal interests, a love for the arts and a commitment to building inclusive and peaceful communities.

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When you ask a Miquon family about their school choice, you’ll hear a variety of perspectives and experiences. And yet their testimonies sound strikingly similar.

These families share their unique stories of Miquon as a place where children are fulfilled and happy. They reveal a sense of belonging and connectedness to the school and each other, united by a common sense of purpose. They describe Miquon’s program as a rigorous one that meets their child where he or she is. Learning is inquiry-based, project-based and hands-on. Diverse backgrounds and ideas are honored and celebrated.

Those who hear these stories begin to understand Miquon as a place that cultivates the intelligence, independence and importance of each individual child that enters its campus.

As a result, Miquon graduates are known to be confident selfadvocates who maintain the natural curiosity inherent in the very young. In their personal lives, they are nature lovers and nature dwellers, artists and musicians, readers and writers, travelers and dreamers. As professionals, Miquon alumni go on to public and independent schools, and later to top colleges and universities. They are doctors and lawyers. They are also social workers and social justice advocates, filmmakers and playwrights, architects and inventors.

Located on a beautiful 11-acre campus just outside Northwest Philadelphia, Miquon is a coeducational day school for children in Nursery (age three) through sixth grade. Miquon is a non-profit independent school without religious affiliation, accredited by the Pennsylvania Association for Independent Schools.

Points of Pride: • Progressive education since 1932 • Two teachers in each classroom • Specialist subjects including art, science, music, PE and library for all ages • Emphasis on daily outdoor play Services: After-school program, vacation day care, summer camp Grades: PreK-6 Coed

Enrollment: 152 S/T Ratio: 10:1

Tuition: $10,990-$22,465 Financial aid offered

Moorestown Friends School Building Tough Minds and Tender Hearts

110 East Main Street Moorestown, NJ 08057 856-914-4426 www.mfriends.org

OPEN HOUSE DATES:

Sun., Oct. 16, 2016, 2pm Fri., Nov. 11, 2016, 8am Sat., Nov. 19, 2016, 10am Sun., Jan. 29, 2017, 2pm Tues., April 18, 2017, 9am

Moorestown Friends School is a community rooted in Quaker values and dedicated to the pursuit of educational excellence for a diverse student body within an academically rigorous and balanced program emphasizing personal, ethical and spiritual growth.

Moorestown Friends School offers exceptional education for students in preschool through grade 12. We offer small classes, academic rigor and highly qualified teachers who encourage children to achieve their potential in a caring environment.

This individual attention grows out of respect for the individual, a Quaker value that is at the heart of our enduring spiritual and ethical education. We welcome students of all faiths; only a small portion of our student body is Quaker.

While many schools are transactional, MFS is transformational: We help children develop into better people. Starting in preschool, students learn life skills, from listening, fair play and cooperation to critical thinking, conflict management and decision making by consensus.

We produce ethical, resilient young people, virtually all of whom go on to four-year colleges. Our average SAT scores are typically the highest in South Jersey by a significant margin.

A cutting-edge Coding program, one of the few in the United States, is offered for students in preschool–grade 5.

Visit an Open House to see our school community for yourself!

Dates can be found at www.mfriends.org.

Points of Pride: • Extensive arts and service learning programs • Instrumental and vocal music • All second-grade students receive Suzuki violin instruction • Chinese, French & Spanish in grade 6 • Low student:faculty ratio • 18 AP courses • Sports

Grades: PreK-12 Coed Quaker

Enrollment: 723 S/T Ratio: 7:1

Tuition: $8,800-$28,650 Financial aid offered

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The Quaker School at Horsham Where Childhood Shines !

Where Childhood Shines

250 Meetinghouse Road Horsham, PA 19044 215-674-2875, ext. 14 admissions@quakerschool.org www.quakerschool.org

At The Quaker School, children with complex learning challenges become confident learners, blossoming socially, behaviorally and academically as they discover the simple joys of childhood. Birthday parties. Play dates. Best friends. Laughter. It’s these little moments that define a childhood and enrich an educational curriculum.

That’s why our unique school community, built on acceptance, equality and Quaker values, focuses on helping children achieve both social and academic success. There are no outsiders at The Quaker School. It’s a place where real friendships are formed, a place where children rediscover their confidence in learning.

Social, behavioral and academic growth for students with complex learning challenges provided by long-tenured, loving and expert teachers.

OPEN HOUSE DATES:

Oct. 17, 2016 Nov. 14, 2016 Jan. 9, 2017 Feb.13, 2017 March 13, 2017 May 1, 2017 9:00-10:30am

Points of Pride: • Caring community where students learn to love school, each other and themselves • Our signature Social Development program • Research-based teaching interventions • Occupational and speech and language therapy • School-wide executive function instruction • Wilson Reading Program • Sports • Drama • Ice-skating • Woodshop Services: Summer Enrichment Program & after-school programs

The community where your child will blossom behaviorally , socially and academically.

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Grades: K-9 Coed

Enrollment: 62 S/T Ratio: 4:1

Tuition: $13,000 (K) $35,990 (1-8) $37,325 (9) Financial aid offered

Saint Edmond’s Academy Educating Hearts and Minds

2120 Veale Road Wilmington, DE 19810 302-475-5370 www.stedmondsacademy.org admissions@stedmondsacademy.org

OPEN HOUSE DATES:

Sun., Nov. 6, 2016, 1pm Sun., Jan. 22, 2017, 1pm Lower Form “Look-Ins,” Junior Kindergarten-grade 3: Weds., Sept. 21, Oct. 19, Nov. 30, Dec. 14, 9:30-10:30am (Drop in or call ahead) Saint Edmond’s Academy educates the hearts and minds of boys in the Holy Cross tradition. The program at the Academy creates a foundation for the future that empowers boys with values and skills for life.

Located on 25 beautiful acres in North Wilmington, Delaware, Saint Edmond’s Academy, a Catholic, Independent school, understands boys and believes every boy can learn.

Saint Edmond’s Academy is rooted in educating the hearts and minds of boys in the Holy Cross tradition from junior Kindergarten to eighth grade. Our heritage incorporates contemporary thought with individualized instruction, a challenging 21st-century curriculum and a focus on the core values of responsibility, independence, selfesteem, integrity and a sense of community.

The curriculum at Saint Edmond’s Academy is personalized to each boy’s strengths and pace of learning. We have an accomplished faculty and staff who devoted themselves to their profession by choosing to place their life’s energy into teaching, coaching and advising our boys. Saint Edmond’s takes pride in an excellent studentto-teacher ratio, averaging 14:1 throughout the school.

We are also a technology leader and one of the only middle schools in the Delaware Valley with a 1-to-1 iPad program for 6th through 8th grade students.

Our campus boasts phenomenal facilities for academics, the arts and our championship athletics teams that start in third grade. Every student will have the opportunity to excel in the classroom, perform onstage and contribute in sports.

It’s an exciting time to be at Saint Edmond’s Academy. Come visit and learn how our Academy creates a foundation for the future that empowers boys with values and skills for life.

Points of Pride: • 1:1 iPad program in grades 6-8 • 5th grade Knighthood • Common learning areas • State-of-the-art performing arts center • 2 spacious gymnasiums

• Lower Form and Upper Form science centers • 7 athletics teams • Second-to-none Arts program • Brand new transportation options available

Grades: JK to 8 Enrollment: 251 Boys, Catholic S/T Ratio: 14:1 Location: In DE near PA, NJ, MD w/ access to I-95

Tuition: $9,100-$15,500 Financial aid offered Transportation Available MetroKids.com

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Saint Mark’s High School All Things Possible

2501 Pike Creek Road Wilmington, DE 19808 302-738-3300 admissions@stmarkshs.net www.staintmarkshs.net

OPEN HOUSE DATES:

Sun., Oct. 30, 2016, 12:30-3:30pm

Spartan for a Day visits begin Oct. 3.

Inspires young men and women to create a better world, one more pleasing to God and more helpful to others, by modeling faith, excellence, humility and integrity.

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For more than 35 years, Saint Mark’s has been educating young men and women to be leaders of the Church and the world whose faith in God and service to others models excellence, humility and integrity. Students from Delaware, Pennsylvania, Maryland and New Jersey, as well as foreign countries, are drawn to the school’s 60-acre campus located in the Pike Creek Valley of Wilmington, Delaware.

The Catholic, college-preparatory high school boasts a diverse academic program that features five levels to meet the needs of each student. The broad-based curriculum includes music, drama and art, and emphasizes mastery of written communications. Saint Mark’s offers the area’s largest Advanced Placement program, and 98 percent of its graduates pursue higher education. Students can explore their interests, gain confidence in their abilities and provide service to the community through participation in more than 50 extracurricular clubs and activities. The school offers a comprehensive competitive sports program with eight fields on campus, a lighted stadium, two gymnasiums and a complete training facility.

Points of Pride: • 8 science labs • 8 athletic fields • 900-seat theater • 100 state athletic championships since 1969 • 1:1 iPad integration in the classroom • 25+ academic champions • 98% college placement; 2% military Grades: 9-12 Coed

Enrollment: 560 S/T Ratio: 11:1

Tuition: $12,600 Financial aid offered

The School in Rose Valley A Hidden Gem

20 School Lane Rose Valley, PA 19063 (2 minutes from Media) 610-566-1088 www.theschoolinrosevalley.org

The elementary years are formative and foundational in a child’s life.

During this important time children develop habits of mind and attitudes that will shape them for the rest of their lives. A loving, enriching early education environment provides children with the optimum start on their educational journey.

The School in Rose Valley offers preschool through 6th grade in a progressive school on nine wooded acres. For 85 years the School has carried on a progressive tradition that dates back to the 19th century.

SRV students have a strong sense of community, each taking responsibility for his or her own membership. They are self-aware, creative problem-solvers. Studies emerge from the students’ own interests and affinities as they construct meaning from experiences.

SRV’s exceptional, unique program balances academic instruction, indoor/outdoor play and the arts.

OPEN HOUSE DATES:

Family Open House — Sat., Nov. 5, 2016, 10am-12noon Weds., Sept. 21, Oct. 19 & Nov. 16, 2016, 9am-11am

“Throughout our classrooms and our wooded campus, teachers and students create experiences that arouse curiosity, stretch muscles, strengthen initiative and stimulate questions. We guide children to know themselves, delight in learning and understand their opportunities and responsibilities in our community and the world.”

Points of Pride: • Language arts • Math • Beautiful campus • Outdoor play every day • Lunch prepared on campus and included in the price of tuition • Special subjects in woodshop, science, Spanish, sports, art & music.

Services: Summer camp; year-round mini-camps

Grades: PreK-6 Coed

Enrollment: 126 S/T Ratio: 8:1

Tuition: $6,700-$19,000 Financial aid offered

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Springside Chestnut Hill Academy An Independent School with a Bold Educational Vision

500 West Willow Grove Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19118-4198 215-247-7007 admissions@sch.org www.sch.org/admissions

OPEN HOUSE DATES:

All School — Sun., Oct. 30, 2016, 2-4pm Athletics — Sun., Oct. 30, 2016, 4-5pm Lower/Middle Schools— Girls: Tues., Nov. 8 & Mon., Dec. 5, 2016, 8:30-10:30am Boys: Wed., Nov. 9 & Wed., Dec. 7, 2016, 8:30-10:30am Upper School — Tues., Nov. 15 & Tues., Dec. 6, 2016, 8:30-10:30am

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Situated on a 62-acre campus in the Chestnut Hill section of Philadelphia, Springside Chestnut Hill Academy offers a rigorous and contemporary college-preparatory experience tailored to the needs of today’s student — interdisciplinary, collaborative, challenging, relevant and student centered. Our unique educational model, offering single-sex education in grades PreK-8 and coeducation in grades 9-12, blends the best of both worlds, ensuring the optimal learning environment for each stage of a child’s social and intellectual development. The SCH Academy curriculum is designed to give students a solid liberal arts foundation while also nurturing those skills and habits of mind that are predictors of lifelong success: perseverance, optimism, discipline, flexibility, empathy and the ability to identify and solve problems. Students who like to think independently, are curious, comfortable asking questions, able to work on their own and with others and willing to stretch intellectually will find an opportunity to thrive at SCH Academy. Our mission is to help students become innovative leaders, breakthrough thinkers, imaginative problem solvers and confident contributors to the world around them. If this is the kind of education you are seeking, then we encourage you to visit and learn more about SCH Academy.

Points of Pride: • Nationally renowned engineering and robotics program • The Sands Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership, offering projects, courses and extracurricular experiences that build students’ critical-thinking, problem-solving and creative skills while cultivating an entrepreneurial mindset • Multifaceted arts program that encompasses fine and performing arts as well as new media, including coding, 2D and 3D design, fabrication and interactive media • Outdoor and Trip Program that encompasses all divisions and ranges from Lower School hikes in the Wissahickon to a five-day Outward Bound experience in 9th grade Grades: PreK-12 Enrollment: 1,000 Single-sex PreK-8 S/T Ratio: 7:1 Coed 9-12

Tuition: $20,500-$34,975 Financial aid offered

St. Anne’s Episcopal School Open Hearts. Open Minds.

211 Silver Lake Road Middletown, DE 19709 302-378-3179 jross@stannesde.org www.StAnnesDE.org

OPEN HOUSE DATES:

Thurs., Oct. 13, 2016, 6-7:30pm Sun. Nov. 6, 2016, 1:30-3pm Thurs., Nov. 17, 6-7:30pm Mon., Nov. 21, 8:30-10am Winter dates at StAnnesDE.org RSVP: 302-378-3179, opt. 1

When students arrive at St. Anne’s Episcopal School, they embark on an educational experience that lays the foundation for intellectual growth, a strong sense of character, sound moral judgment and the confidence to lead. St. Anne’s offers: • Preparation for honors and advanced work at top high schools • Passionate educators with a progressive teaching philosophy • An environment that blends the educational experience with a strong spiritual and moral foundation • A community enriched by diversity • Leadership skills instilled in all areas of development St. Anne’s Episcopal School is more than an institution of exceptional intellectual development and academic success. Our commitment to individual character and a compassionate heart began with our founders from St. Andrew’s School. We work to make the world better one child at a time — furthering growth, developing talents and inspiring lives of meaning, purpose, and service to the world.

Spending time at St. Anne’s means building enduring connections among students, teachers, advisors, and coaches. We pride ourselves on delivering an environment where imagination, inquiry and discovery occur at every level: • A continuous commitment to excellence in academic programs, the arts, athletics and religion • Differentiated instruction to support and challenge each child • 7:1 student-teacher ratio that allows us to shape instruction to meet each student’s needs • An advanced, technologically enabled facility that fosters preparedness for future success • A culture of caring for each other, our community and the world

Points of Pride: • 125-acre campus for outdoor play, ecological investigation, sports and safety • Hands-on STEM lab, 1:1 laptops (gr. 4-8), iPads and integrated technology • Discipline-based studio art program with exposure to the Masters Grades: Preschool-8 Coed Inclusive of all faiths

Enrollment: 290 S/T Ratio: 7:1 Average class size: 15

Tuition: $4,935-$17,560 Financial aid offered Transportation Extended care MetroKids.com

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St. Augustine Preparatory School Educating the Christian Gentleman

611 Cedar Avenue Richland, NJ 08350 856-697-2600 ext. 112 admissions@hermits.com www.hermits.com

Foremost in an Augustinian community are relationships. As such, connections between students and faculty members embody excellence in Augustinian education above all other elements and result in well-rounded students who easily transcend traditional classifications. These transformational relationships are essential to the effective, character-based education of young men.

At the heart of a St. Augustine Prep education are the core values of Unitas (Unity), Caritas (Love) and Veritas (Truth) — lived principles in every aspect of our school life.

Through the Catholic tradition and in the spirit of St. Augustine, we aspire to: • Achieve academic excellence with integrity • Create a compassionate Brotherhood of Christian Gentlemen • See the face of God in all people through loving service to our neighbor

OPEN HOUSE DATES:

Fri., Nov. 11, 2016, 8am Entrance/Scholarship Exam for 8th-grade students is administered during the Open House.

For more information visit: Hermitsopenhouse.com Hermit for a Day program begins Sept. 26.

“Setting hearts on fire with a passionate search for Truth, Unity and Love”

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Points of Pride: • Comprehensive and challenging curriculum • Third Semester program that includes study abroad, social work, professional experience or intensive academic research • Unitas faculty mentor program in 9th and 10th grades leads to college guidance counseling in 11th and 12th grades • 98% of grads attend college • 1:1 iPad program • Strong community outreach • Fine arts, theater and musical groups • 22 sports teams; six state championships in the last 5 yrs.

• Olympic-sized pool • 30+ clubs & extracurricular activities

Grades: 9-12 Boys

Enrollment: 685 S/T Ratio: 14:1

Tuition: $17,350 Financial aid offered

Stuart Country Day School of the Sacred Heart WONDER What a Girl Can Do with the Right Education?

1200 Stuart Road Princeton, NJ 08540 609-921-2330 sbeardsley@stuartschool.org www.stuartschool.org

OPEN HOUSE DATES: Tues., Oct. 25, 2016, 6-8pm Thurs., Nov. 10, 2016, 9am-2pm Sun., Jan. 22, 2017,1-3pm

Stuart’s mission is to prepare young women for lives of exceptional leadership and service, through a challenging and innovative curriculum, superb teaching and close attention to each girl’s personal development.

When girls come to Stuart, they enter a community that is both challenging and supportive. Given the freedom — wise freedom — to explore and grow strong, they do, discovering mentors and experiences that unleash the strength within.

In this all-girl environment, students are encouraged, and expected, to try new things, participate, work together and be leaders. They live up to our high expectations by becoming as responsible as they are independent. With self-confidence and self-awareness, Stuart girls develop resolve, resilience and perspective, while learning to value the perspectives of others. They are free to be their authentic selves while looking beyond themselves.

Stuart students see their possibilities as limitless. Here, they are not just transformed but transform themselves into brave and bold, powerful and wonderful young women.

Stuart girls are wonder-filled as well as wonderful. They ask questions. They want to know more. From preschool to senior year, their curiosity and zest to learn are fed by outstanding academics and inspiring faculty. Our teachers know girls and know each girl well.

Student achievements, like their college admissions, are almost as impressive as the girls themselves — who are sharp and focused, internally competitive and externally collaborative. They are serious about and take ownership of their education.

By discovering for themselves and making connections between subjects and to the world, Stuart students broaden and deepen their learning beyond the test and beyond Stuart. Graduates are welleducated, well-spoken, and exceptionally well-prepared for highly selective colleges, fulfilling careers and lives driven by wonder.

Points of Pride: • 55 countries represented by 1st- or 2nd-generation students/ faculty • 100% go to 4-year college Grades: JK-12 Girls (Coed PreK)

Enrollment: 460 S/T Ratio: 7:1

• $2,400,000 in annual financial aid • Average of 67 hrs of community service per student each year • 4 major theater productions yearly Tuition: $29,700-$36,700 Financial aid offered

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Tower Hill School Experience a Foundation for Lifelong Learning

Tower Hill School 2813 West 17th Street Wilmington, DE 19806 302-575-0550 www.towerhill.org thsadmit@towerhill.org

OPEN HOUSE DATES:

Wed., Oct. 5, 2016, 9am Sun., Nov. 6, 2016, 1pm Thurs., Dec. 1, 2016, 9am Tues., Feb. 28, 2017, 9am Wed., April 5, 2017, 9am Tues., May 9, 2017, 9am

Tower Hill School prepares students from diverse backgrounds for full and creative engagement with a dynamic world.

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Founded in 1919, Tower Hill School provides students with a superior academic experience balanced with the development of creativity through the arts, healthy attitudes through athletics and responsibility through service to the community. Combining personal challenge with individual support, the school’s excellent teachers build in students a foundation for lifelong learning and global perspective.

With a beautiful 44-acre campus located in northwest Wilmington, Tower Hill holds the reputation as one of the top academic schools in the region. In keeping with the school motto Multa Bene Facta — Many Things Done Well — Tower Hill engages students in a variety of innovative educational experiences, while empowering them to develop their own strengths and pursue their passions. Average SAT scores are 120-136 points higher than the national average, and students earn admission to top colleges and universities.

Tower Hill’s competitive athletics program has earned 64 state championships and offers 22 varsity sports. State-of-the-art facilities include two turf fields, two grass fields, a baseball diamond, tennis courts, indoor and outdoor tracks, two gymnasiums and a lighted stadium.

Tower Hill embraces and celebrates diverse cultures and beliefs, fostering a strong sense of community. Students of diversity constitute 25 percent of the enrollment, which includes Upper School students from abroad. Global Initiatives, Service Learning and Social Justice programs give students meaningful opportunities to broaden their horizons from preschool through graduation — and beyond.

Points of Pride: • Comprehensive college counseling • Service learning & global initiatives • Social justice program • Student leadership development • Singapore math • State-of-the-art Math and Science Center Grades: PreK-12 Coed

• Astrological observatory • 22 varsity sports, 64 state championships • STEM, makers space • Performance theaters • Independent study • Courses taught at AP level and beyond

Enrollment: 730 S/T Ratio: 14-15:1

Tuition: $9,800-$25,900 (6-8); $27,775$28,400 (9-12) Financial aid offered

Westtown School Empowering Changemakers

975 Westtown Road West Chester, PA 19382-5700 610-399-7900 www.westtown.edu

OPEN HOUSE DATES:

Sun., Oct. 16, 1pm All School (PreK-12)

Empowering stewards and leaders of a better world, Westtown School provides a challenging curriculum and an exceptional level of attention, enabling students to realize their individual gifts within a diverse community.

At Westtown School, a Quaker, PreK-12 day and boarding school in West Chester, PA, academic rigor is only one part of the Westtown way. This setting empowers and inspires kids to solve problems and live their lives with meaning and contribution.

Westtown’s Action-Based Education and emphasis on design thinking aim to activate every child’s passion, curiosity and social awareness. As they learn to respond to challenges, complex questions and problems, students are inspired to work for the betterment of the wider community.

Design thinking combines the subjective inquiry of the humanities, the objective truth-seeking of the sciences and the creative and open-ended investigation of art and engineering. This takes very different forms in age-appropriate ways throughout the school, yet the message is always the same; students are at the center of their learning and encouraged to immerse themselves in real-world problem solving in an integrated and intentional way.

At Westtown, we expect much of our students as intellectuals, care deeply for them as individuals and provide platforms for them as inventors of their own futures. We believe that young people and their parents deserve academic rigor, warm community and an uncommon level of attention.

The only way to truly experience Westtown is to visit our 600-acre campus in person. We invite you to see what distinguishes us from other schools.

Points of Pride: • State-of-the-art science center • K-12 robotics programs • Action-Based Education program • Global Leadership Initiative • Singapore math

Grades: PreK-12 Coed Enrollment: 660 S/T Ratio: 8:1

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Design Thinking iLab in lower school 1:1 iPad program in middle school Independent study opportunities Deep Dive Designations in upper school

Tuition: $15,180-$25,400 (Lower); $29,740 (Middle); $34,470 (Upper Day); $55,240 (Upper Boarding) Financial aid offered MetroKids.com

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William Penn Charter School Educating Students to Live Lives that Make a Difference

3000 West School House Lane Philadelphia, PA 19144 215-844-3460 ext. 103 www.penncharter.com admissions@penncharter.com

OPEN HOUSE DATES:

Sat., Oct. 15, 2016 Tues., Nov. 8, 2016 Tues., April 25, 2017

Quaker principles and practice guide our school.

With excellence as our standard, we challenge students in a vigorous program of academics, arts and athletics. We inspire students to be thinkers, collaborators, innovators and leaders.

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Penn Charter integrates the power of arts and athletics into a vigorous academic experience that cultivates strong, creative and resilient young people who are ready to embrace new opportunities.

“These are students who will take on the world,” Head of School Darryl J. Ford told a gathering of parents. “They are capable of wrestling with great ideas, resolving impossible problems, discovering the undiscovered.”

“Educating students to live lives that make a difference,” the school’s vision statement, reflects Penn Charter’s roots in Quaker values and education. Established in 1689 by Philadelphia Friends and William Penn, the school was among the first to offer education to people of different religions (1689), financial aid (1701), education for girls (1754) and education for all races (1770). Today, Penn Charter supports this history of access with an $9.5 million financial aid budget.

The school’s endowment, one of the largest among independent schools, provides financial stability and supports a 47-acre campus with outstanding facilities; successful college counseling; stellar teachers and a college preparatory program with a national reputation for excellence.

IdeaLab — the latest addition to a network of lab and activity spaces that include a woodshop in Lower School, science labs and art studios, outdoor learning spaces and a music lab — exemplifies Penn Charter’s longstanding commitment to innovation. More than a makerspace, IdeaLab offers a maker lab, a media lab and a creative lab — a trio designed to develop the core competencies of creation, communication and collaboration.

A classic education, renewed and refined.

Points of Pride: • Coed Friends school that grounds vigorous academics, arts and athletics in Quaker values.

• 47-acre campus • Math & writing centers • State-of-the art performing arts center Grades: PreK-12 Coed Quaker

Enrollment: 955 S/T Ratio: 7:1

Tuition: $21,800-$35,150 Financial aid offered

Wilmington Montessori School Today’s Learners; Tomorrow’s Leaders

1400 Harvey Road Wilmington, DE 19810 302-475-0555 admissions@wmsde.org wmsde.org

OPEN HOUSE DATES:

Wed., Oct. 19, 9:30am & 5pm Sat., Nov. 5, 10am-12noon Thurs., Jan. 12, 9:30am & 5pm Sat., Jan. 21, 1-3pm Wed., April 5, 9:30am & 5pm

Wilmington Montessori School is a collaborative learning community rooted in Montessori principles, inspiring the joyful discovery of self and a passion for learning and independent thinking.

Since it was founded 53 years ago, Wilmington Montessori School has been committed to the evidence-based educational methods Dr. Maria Montessori developed during the early 20th century.

Today those core principles — engaging children in an environment of discovery, critical thinking and problem solving to create passionate learners — continue to drive WMS as we educate children ages 12 months through 12 years.

Our spacious facilities, 25-acre campus and close-knit community provide a safe and inclusive environment for joyful discovery and hands-on learning. Teachers focus on the development of the whole child, including academic, social and personal growth, and parents are truly partners in their child’s education.

A WMS education prepares students for success in their next educational ventures and in life. For this reason, though technology did not exist during Dr. Montessori’s time, we integrate it into our curriculum for creative projects, research and communication.

Students have access to state-of-the-art technology including iPads, Apple TVs, laptops, Elmo Document Cameras and more.

Likewise, the concept of STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) education emerged during the past decade, but the integration of these areas has always aligned with the Montessori philosophy. STEAM education starts in our Toddler Program. WMS is home to three Maker (STEAM) Studios in which students use age-appropriate materials to discover, build, investigate, create, design and learn. Our new Learning Commons also offers students and their families opportunities to explore these hands-on materials, read and borrow from our collection of library books, enjoy special presentations and guest readers and participate in community events.

We hope you will take the time to come see the WMS difference for yourself, and find out how our school will help your child become a capable, compassionate and responsible global citizen.

Grades: PreK-6 Coed

Enrollment: 200 S/T Ratio: 10:1

Tuition: $6,640-$24,330 Financial aid offered

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The Wyndcroft School Educating Leaders Since 1918

1395 Wilson Street Pottstown, PA 19464 610-326-0544 www.wyndcroft.org

The Wyndcroft School engages students who love learning and families that value education in a supportive community. With an updated approach to a classic curriculum, Wyndcroft offers students a rigorous academic program that provides a firm foundation and cultivates a sense of gratitude and responsibility toward the larger world. As the oldest children on campus, Wyndcroft middle school students develop critical leadership skills, emerging confident, poised and prepared to succeed at the best secondary schools and beyond.

The Wyndcroft School has been educating the youth of our area since 1918. The motto of the school, “Non Sibi,” loosely translates from Latin to “Not for one’s self.” We incorporate community outreach and philanthropic activities into each day. Through random acts of kindness, classroom projects and all-school initiatives, Wyndcroft School students learn social responsibility as a foundation of their education.

OPEN HOUSE DATES:

Walk-In Wednesdays: An informal way for parents to explore our school, see the classrooms and meet the teachers.

Oct. 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2016 March 22 & 29, April 12, 2017 8:30-11:30am Open Houses: Parents and children can tour our campus and speak with faculty, administrators, other students and current parents.

Suns., Nov. 6, 2016; Feb. 12, April 2, 2017, 1-3pm

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Points of Pride: • Tech programs, all grades • French, PreK-8 • Latin, 5-8 • Community service • Instrumental music • Robotics/technology • Sports • Visual arts • Vocal music • Yearbook/magazine/newspaper

Grades: PreK-8 Coed

Enrollment: 240 S/T Ratio: 8:1

Tuition: $6,000-$20,985 Financial aid offered

PLUMSTEAD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL A TOP RANKED CHRISTIAN EDUCATION IS CLOSER THAN YOU THINK…

Christian school in the nation has inspired our school to even more excellence, and our efforts now include developing our facilities to match the level of excellence we celebrate in our programs and people.

In the fall of 2016 Plumstead Christian School was recognized by the readership of The Intelligencer as “The Best Private School in Bux-Mont.”

We are grateful to the readership for their acknowledgement of the strength of our programs.

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Achieving the excellence that has recently been recognized is intentional and the result of careful and well executed planning, a strong commitment to the highest standards, and an unwavering pledge to our mission “to provide a caring environment where students are taught to think biblically, serve effectively, and lead Christ-centered lives.”

PCS, in its 68th year, is an independent, coeducational, nondenominational Christian, college preparatory day school for students in Preschool – 12th grade. Students who experience Plumstead’s rigorous academic program, athletics, fine arts offerings, and heavy emphasis on community service are prepared for college and life.

Plumstead Christian School has become great, and remains so, not only because we have stayed true to our mission, but because we have dedicated, accomplished, and mission-minded men and women who serve on our faculty. We recognize the importance of maintaining and recruiting excellent faculty – faculty who love God, love your children, and demonstrate an inspirational passion for their subject areas.

hether you’re looking for a school with a Biblical focus; a strong academic emphasis; an excellent music, fine arts and athletic program or simply a caring environment where your child’s needs can be met, Plumstead Christian School (PCS) will help prepare your child for a successful future.

The school has two campuses totaling forty-seven acres and is located in the heart of Bucks County.

Dual accredited, PCS provides its students with the extraordinary combination Ask us about bussing of a Christ-centered education with academic excellence. Prodirect includes from your gramming smalldistrict. class sizes, a new lower school STEM program, honors, AP, and college credit courses, as well as diverse extracurricular and club activities. 98% of PCS graduates go on (preschool-5th grade) to Lower attendSchool accredited colleges or universities.

753 New Galena Road, Chalfont, PA 18914

TheBestSchools.org, an independent organization that rates colleges and schools, recently selected Plumstead Christian School as one of the top fifty best Christian high schools in the nation.

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PreK-8 Schools Our 27th annual Independent School Survey can help you find the right elementary or middle school for your child. While some of these schools also house grades 9-12, the chart that begins on p. 42 focuses on PreK-8.

For a broader look at each school, including extracurricular programs, visit MetroKids.com/K-8schools.

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Call or visit us online for more information, to learn about our scholarship and tuition assistance program or to schedule a visit. www.abingtonfriends.net | 575 Washington Lane, Jenkintown, PA 19046 | 215-576-3950 Abington Friends School is an independent Quaker college preparatory school for students age 3 through grade 12.

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How will Notre Dame inspire your daughter?

OPEN HOUSE NOVEMBER 6, 10:30 am Grade 9 Entrance & Scholarship Exam November 5 & 13 Grade 6 Entrance & Scholarship Exam January 28 A Catholic private school for young women in grades 6 through 12

www.ndapa.org/openhouse 560 Sproul Road, Villanova, PA 19085 • (610) 971-0498

FEARLESS LEARNING. THE SOONER THE BETTER. At AIM Academy, young children with learning differences quickly become older children with learning eagerness.

It’s simple. Students who learn differently just need to be taught differently.

Innovative teaching, fearless learning.

Grades 1- 12 • 1200 River Road • Conshohocken, PA

OPEN HOUSES MONTHLY

October 6, November 2 and December 8, 9-11 am 1200 River Road, Conshohocken, PA 19428 215-483-2461 aimpa.org

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Grades Gender

Enrollment Student: teacher ratio

Tuition Financial aid

Languages Grade begins

Technology Grade begins

Other services/ Ad page

Abington Friends School 540 $$ (PreK); PreK-12 SP, K; Jenkintown; Abingtonfriends.net; 12:1 (elem.) $$$ (K up) Recording studio Coed FR, 7 p. 40 215-886-4350 15:1 (sec.)

FAO Quaker school fosters a culture of intellectual & creative ambition via an early childhood emergent curriculum & award-winning outdoor-education program.

Abrams Hebrew Academy* PreK-8 NP $$ Yardley; Abramsonline.org; HE, 1 Coed 10:1 FAO 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.

Agnes Irwin School, The $$$ (PreK-4); SP, PreK; computer science-9; PreK-12 380 Rosemont; Agnesirwin.org; $$$$ (5 up) FR, 6; engineering-5; Girls 14-17:1 p. 12 610-525-8400 FAO LA, 7 robotics-K A Main Line, all-girls college-prep school that stresses leadership, wellness, technology and citizenship via its Center for the Advancement of Girls.

AIM Academy Conshohocken; Aimpa.org, 215-483-2461

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Where students with language-based learning differences thrive in a rigorous setting, taught by highly committed, experienced & creative faculty.

Ancillae-Assumpta Academy 595 PreK-8 $ Wyncote; Ancillae.org; SP, PreK instruction 18-27:1 (PreK-4); Coed FAO 215-885-1636 19:1 (5-8) Blue Ribbon School of Excellence boasts a noted music and arts program, plus an outdoor science program and STEM lab.

Armenian Sisters Academy PreK-8 120 $ ARM, PreK; Radnor; Asaphila.org; instruction-PreK Coed 10:1 FAO SP, 4 610-687-4100 Christian Armenian school with a Montessori-based curriculum fosters bilingual (ARM & EN) learning and encourages cultural and spiritual development.

ATG Learning Academy K-12 28 $$$$ Warminster; Atglearning instruction-K Coed 4:1 FAO academy.com; 267-803-1751 Nonprofit 501c3 school for kids with learning differences. Cognitive curriculum incorporates Arrowsmith Program and Wilson Reading System.

Baldwin School, The CH, PreK; PreK-12 322 $$$-$$$$ 1:1 iPads-PreK; Bryn Mawr; Baldwinschool.org; LA, SP, 6; Girls 7:1 FAO 1:1 Macs-6 p. 43 610-525-2700 FR, 7 Girls’ liberal arts school starts service learning in PreK & outfits all grades with a DREAM (Design, Robotics, Engineering, Arts & Mathematics) lab.

Benchmark School instruction; 1-8 173 $$$$ Media; Benchmarkschool.org; iPads, Chromebooks-1; Coed 3:1 FAO pp. 14, 43 610-565-3741 MacBook Airs-6 46-year-old school helps bright children who struggle in traditional academic settings become strategic, motivated, independent students.

Bethany Christian School PreK-8 190 $ instruction-K; Oxford; Bethanychristian.org; SP, 6 Coed 20:1 FAO iPads-6 610-998-0877 Faith-based academics at Presbyterian school that yields excellent standardized test scores and a 90+ transition into HS honors classes.

Beulah Baptist Christian Day 120* K-8 School; Phila. 19139 20:1 (lower); $ SP, 6 instruction-K Coed Beulahbc.org; 215-747-3347 15:1 (mid.)

Baptist school with a strong A Beka Christian curriculum, successful discipline program & flexible, well-informed teachers who work with students & families.

Blair Christian Academy; Phila.

100 PreK-8 $ 19119; Blairchristianacademy.org; 6-12:1 (PreK); SP, K instruction-K Coed FAO 215-438-6557 15:1 (K-8) Christian-based, technology-infused curriculum at school that hosts International Night, Concert of the Arts, gardening program & service learning.

Bryn Athyn Church School PreK-8 278 $ Bryn Athyn; Brynathynchurch SP, 7 instruction-1 Coed 15:1 FAO school.org; 215-947-4086 Students are educated in the light of New Church doctrine. Religion integrated into all aspects of school life. Students attend daily worship service.

Buckingham Friends School K-8 140 $$ FR, K; iPads-K; Lahaska; Bfs.org; Coed 7:1 FAO SP, 6 laptops-6 p.15 215-794-7491 Quaker school, one of the country’s 12 oldest continuously operating schools, hosts an international program with schools in Russia, India & more.

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Established in 1888, the Baldwin School is an independent day school for girls.

Baldwin combines the region’s premier college preparatory curriculum with distinguished arts, athletics and community service programs. Located in Bryn Mawr, Baldwin attracts talented girls for Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12 who seek a dynamic, globally focused curriculum within a supportive and encouraging community.

SCHEDULE YOUR VISIT TODAY:

Lower School Tunic Tours October 6 & December 1 All School Open House

November 3

Register at BaldwinSchool.org/openhouse

Helping bright students in grades 1-8 who have yet to reach their academic potential become confident and strategic thinkers, learners, and problem solvers.

ADMISSIONS OPEN HOUSES November 10 & January 19 9:00-11:00 AM

BENCHMARK SUMMER CAMP July 3-August 4, 2017 Develop reading & writing skills.

Gain confidence & self-esteem.

2107 North Providence Rd., Media, PA • 610-565-3741 • BenchmarkSchool.org

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Grades Gender

Enrollment Student: teacher ratio

Tuition Financial aid

Languages Grade begins

Technology Grade begins

Other services/ Ad page

Calvary Temple Christian Acad.

PreK-8 72 $ Phila. 19145; Calvarytemple SP, 6 computer lab Coed 15:1 FAO christianacademy.org; 215-462-2822 Well-balanced academic & co-curricular program at Christian school whose students have won district writing and Moore College of Art awards.

Center School 1-8 65 $$$$ Abington; Centerschoolpa.org; adaptive tech Coed 8:1 FAO p. 16 215-657-2200 Bright students with learning differences develop skills and achieve scholastic and personal success. Classroom teachers are reading specialists.

Christian Academy, The* K-12 220 $ LA, 3; Brookhaven; Tca-pa.org; Coed 16:1 FAO FR, SP, 9 610-872-5100 Christian curriculum encompasses the classical building blocks of Latin, logic and rhetoric; diverse student body.

Country Day School of the Sacred Heart; Bryn Mawr Cdssh.org; 610-527-3915

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Girls’ school with deeply rooted traditions and values combined with 21st-century educational tools ensures students’ future success.

Delaware County Christian School; PreK-12 $ (PreK-K); 690 SP, 1; 1:1 Chromebooks; Devon & Newtown Sq.; Dccs.org; $$ (1 up) Coed 18:1 CH, GE, 6 computer labs 610-353-6522 FAO Christian philosophy of education within curriculum programs and activities at Protestant school in Devon for PreK-5 & Newtown Square for 6-12.

Dock Mennonite Academy PreK-8 440 $ Souderton; Dock.org; SP, 6 1:1 iPads Coed 15:1 FAO 215-723-1196 Private Christian school (formerly Penn View Christian School) with stellar teachers stresses Biblical teaching and academic excellence.

Episcopal Academy, The $$$ (PreK-5); SP, PreK, 1:1 laptops-4; PreK-12 1254 Newtown Square; Episcopal $$$$ (6 up) CH, FR, 6; instruction-PreK; pp. 18, 67 Coed 7:1 academy.org; 484-424-1400 FAO LA, 7 robotics-5 Coed, independent college-prep school features an innovative math & science prog., vigorous athletics, vibrant arts and strong community service.

Frankford Friends School PreK-8 160 $ Phila. 19124; Frankfordfriends.org; SP, PreK Coed 14:1 FAO 215-533-5368 Intellectually curious & engaged students care deeply about each other & the world. They become adults who make the world a better place. $$ (PreK-2); French International School of PreK-8 300 FR, K; $$$ (3 up) Phila.; Bala Cynwyd Coed 14:1 LA, SP, 6 Frenchschoolphila.org; 215-533-5368 FAO A bilingual curriculum in French & English makes for a diverse school community. Service learning begins in PreK.

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Friends School Haverford $$ (PreK-2); PreK-8 120 Haverford; Friendshaverford.org; $$$ (3 up) SP, PreK instruction Coed 10:1 pp. 47 610-642-2334 FAO Quaker school provides abundant student attention via academic/social curriculum. Global studies through Costa Rican program, on-campus microfarm.

Friends Select School PreK-12 558 $$$ CH, SP, PreK; design & Phila. 19103; Friends-select.org; Coed 10:1 FAO LA, 7 robotics-PreK 215-561-5900 College-prep academics at a Quaker school with a vibrant Center City location on the Ben Franklin Pkwy. A diverse, close community, athletics & service learning.

Friends’ Central School $$ (PreK); SP, PreK PreK-12 790 1:1 iPads-K; Wynnewood; Friendscentral.org; $$$ (1-5); PL, 6; Coed 14:1 digital citizenship-5 p. 67 610-642-7575 $$$$ (6 up); FAO FR, LA, 7 A Quaker school educating for excellence, inspiring tomorrow’s leaders and nurturing the promise of each student. Nursery school program available.

Germantown Academy $$$ (PreK-5); 1:1 iPads-3; 611 CH, SP, PreK; Ft. Wash.; Germantownacademy.net; PreK-12 $$$$ (6 up) innovation ctr.; Coed 8:1 FR, LA, 6 p. 69 215-646-3300 FAO SmartBoards Oldest, nonsectarian, continuously run independent school in the U.S. offers outstanding academics in a setting steeped in more than 250 yrs. of tradition.

Germantown Friends School; Phila. $$$ (K-5); K-12 540 SP, K; tech-infused 19144; Germantownfriends.org; $$$$ (6 up) Coed 8:1 FR, LA, 7 curriculum 215-951-2300 FAO Quaker day school with accomplished faculty leads mission to challenge the intellect, honor differences & nurture each student’s mind, body and spirit.

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Country Day School of the Sacred Heart OPEN HOUSE Kindergarten - Grade 12 Tuesday, October 25 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.

OPEN HOUSE Kindergarten - Grade 12 Saturday, January 28, 2017 (Snow Date: Feb. 4) 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

WWW.CDSSH.ORG

610-527-3915 • 480 S. Bryn Mawr Avenue • Bryn Mawr, PA 19010

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Bilingual program from Preschool to Grade 8 Diverse school community and global focus Before and after school care and extracurricular activities US and French accreditations New students are admitted at the age of 3, 4, or 5 with no prior knowledge of French!

150 North Highland Avenue • Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 • info@frenchschoolphila.org • www.frenchschoolphila.org

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Enrollment Student: teacher ratio

Tuition Financial aid

Languages Grade begins

Technology Grade begins

Other services/ Ad page

Girard College Free, all students K-12 211 Phila. 19121; Girardcollege.edu; receive FR, SP, 7 computer labs Coed 12-15:1 215-787-2600 scholarships Boarding school with rigorous academics for students from single-parent or no-parent households, have financial need and have good grades & behavior.

Gladwyne Montessori School PreK-8 250 $-$$$ instruction-K; Gladwyne; Gladwyne.org; SP, K Coed 18:1 FAO typing-K 610-649-1761 Accredited Montessori academics & PACE program, in which students manage their own learning and proceed at their own pace.

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Goshen Friends School $ (PreK-K); PreK-5 100 Tech skills & West Chester; Goshenfriends.org; $$ (1 up) SP, PS Coed Varies by grade digital literacy-1 610-649-1761 FAO Child-focused curriculum emphasizes Quaker values & hands-on experiential learning using the school’s 10-acre campus and surrounding area.

Greene Street Friends School PreK-8 310 $$ Phila. 19144; Greenestreet SP, PreK 1:1 iPads-PreK Coed 18:1 FAO friends.org; 215-438-7000 Offers exceptional academic program to diverse student community, with emphasis on discovery, achievement & kindness.

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Grey Nun Academy $ (PreK); PreK-8 175 Yardley; Greynunacademy.org; $$ (K up) SP, PreK iMac lab-PreK Coed 7:1 215-968-4151 FAO Independent Catholic school offers academically rich curriculum that meets the unique needs of individual students. Welcomes all faiths & cultures.

Gwynedd-Mercy Academy Elem.

K-8 400 $$ Tech-integrated Spring House; Gmaelem.org; FR, SP, K Coed 9:1 FAO curriculum 215-646-4916 Roman Catholic school ranked as a Top Ten School by the Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth. 20% of graduating class awarded HS scholarships.

Haverford School, The $$$ (PreK-2); 1:1 iPad/ PreK-12 552 Haverford; Haverford.org; $$$$ (3 up) LA, SP, 6 Chromebook/ pp. 22, Boys 8:1 610-642-3020 FAO laptop carts 71 Extraordinary educators prepare boys to be future-ready in a supportive learning environment designed to bring out the best in each student.

Holmesburg Christian Academy* PreK-8 200 $ SP, K Phila. 19136; Holmesburg Coed 3:1 FAO christian.org; 215-335-4323 Middle States-accredited school provides a Bible-based learning environment. Middle school sports teams.

upgraded tech facilities

Holy Child Academy PreK-8 155 $$ 1:1 tech Drexel Hill; Holychildacademy.com; SP, K Coed 8:1 FAO program 610-259-2712 Roman Catholic education with extras like a Lunch Bunch Ballet and 8th-grade Science Dissection Club. No-cut athletics.

Holy Child School at Rosemont $$ (PreK-2); 1:1 tech-5; PreK-8 300 Rosemont; Holychildrosemont.org; $$$ (3 up) SP, PreK instruction-1; Coed 8:1 610-922-1000 FAO Maker Space-3-6 The best choice for families who believe that the first years of a child’s education play an out-sized role in a life of happiness, contribution and success.

Huntingdon Valley Christian K-10 170 $ Academy*; Huntingdon Valley Coed 10:1 FAO Myhvca.org; 215-947-6595 Seventh-day Adventist school on beautiful 20-acre campus with highly educated staff and service-oriented curriculum within a family atmosphere.

Immanuel Lutheran School PreK-8 127 GE, K; Phila. 19111; Ilcs.us/school; $ instruction Coed 13:1 SP, 6 215-725-7265 Accredited by ELEA & Middle States Association. Students enjoy small classes that promote a family atmosphere. A Friend of Core Knowledge School.

Kimberton Waldorf School $ (1/2-day PreK); PreK-12 320 Kimberton; Kimberton.org; $$ (K-5); $$$ (6 GE, SP, 1 Coed 22:1 p. 53 610-933-3635 up); FAO Waldorf academic curriculum taught through the prism of creative thinking. Gardening, outdoor education, circus & organic lunch program.

Lancaster Country Day School 1:1iPad-8; 380 $-$$$ SP, PreK; Lancaster; Lancastercountryday.org; PreK-12 instruction-PreK; Coed 16:1 FAO CH, FR, 6 717-392-2916 laptops & iPads-PreK Demanding college-prep education with mentoring faculty who tailor lessons to student interests, talents and needs in small classes. Model UN class.

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A remarkable community of learning for ages 2-14 920 Youngsford Road Gladwyne, PA 19035

610-649-1761 gladwyne.org

An exceptional education for ages 2 to 14 Gladwyne Montessori cultivates self-reliance in our students through a learning experience guided by the philosophy of Maria Montessori and informed by contemporary educational research. We provide a vibrant and academically stimulating program for 2 to 14 year olds that develops curious and confident students, well prepared to serve as responsible citizens of the greater community.

Call today to schedule a tour: 610-649-1761

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HANDS ON, MINDS ON Smart Education in a Culture of Kindness Guided by Quaker principles since its founding in 1885, Friends School Haverford promotes academic scholarship, creativity, respect, integrity, and self-awareness with a commitment to creating a culture of stewardship and kindness.

Wednesday, Nov. 2 | 9am - 11am Tuesday, Dec. 6 | 9am - 11am

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Lansdowne Friends School

Lansdowne Friends School represents the best in Friends education. Grounded in Quaker values, our curriculum (Pre-K through 6th) engages children as they develop academically, socially and spiritually. It is designed so that each child has a personal stake in the education: Learning science and the outdoors, mathematics, language and discussion, art and physical education. This experience produces scholars comfortable asking questions, conversing with adults, courageously putting forth their ideas and believing that education is practical, relevant, meaningful and fun.

At Lansdowne Friends School, every child is known. Each member of our community feels safe, welcomed, listened to and knows that their central tasks in life are to care for one another and to make the world a more just and peaceful place. The feel of the school, the conduct of the classrooms, the way we eat meals together and the way all our families are included, speak to the fact that our school is home.

Our goals for children include cultivation of an inner discipline and a strong sense of self, the development of compassion and care for others. The weekly meeting for worship enables our children to experience spiritual communion and to know how to reflect on the day-to-day and on the larger ultimate questions in life.

We enthusiastically embrace racial, cultural, religious, and socioeconomic diversity and families from all walks of life.

Easily accessible from Philadelphia and its Greater Metro Area, our students arrive to campus on foot, on bicycle, by car, school bus or using public transportation.

Open House Dates:

Tuesday, October 18, 9am Sunday, November 13, 2pm Tuesday, December 6, 9am Tuesday, January 10, 9am Tuesday, February 7, 9am Tuesday, March 14, 9am

110 N. Lansdowne Avenue, Lansdowne, PA 19050 610-623-2548; www.lansdownefriendsschool.org

Greene Street Friends School

Since 1855, Greene Street Friends School, located in historic Germantown, has educated children according to the Quaker principles of honesty, respect for the individual, peace, integrity and simplicity. While embracing these core values, the School has dared to be at the forefront of innovative educational practices. That tradition of innovation continues today with an emphasis on hands-on active learning, non-violent methods of conflict resolution, cultural understanding and cultural competency, community service and community connection, environmental education and the thoughtful incorporation of technology into the curriculum, including a 1:1 iPad program for the School's oldest students.

Greene Street Friends School is perhaps the most diverse school in the Delaware Valley, welcoming and serving more than 300 children of all backgrounds in grades PreK through 8. Strong fundamentals in all academic areas and ethical strength through an outstanding social and emotional curriculum prepare our students for a rapidly changing world and enable them to progress with an enthusiasm for learning and for life. It is our hope that through their experiences, Greene Street children will discover and affirm themselves and others as they come to know and value differences in ability, language, skin color, sexual orientation, religion, family structure and family income.

5511 Greene Street | Philadelphia, PA 19144 | 215-438-7545 | GreeneStreetFriends.org

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STEAM Week Teaches 21st-Century Skills at Media-Providence Friends School

Students from preschool through 8th grade at MediaProvidence Friends School participated in STEAM Week, an intensive five-day cross-curriculum program emphasizing 21st-century skills. MPFS worked with i2, a curriculum company whose mission is to “engage middle school children in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM)”, to offer this unique program. MPFS also added Art and Music components, to create the acronym STEAM. i2 partners with leading companies in the math, engineering, and science industries to provide innovative courses not seen in traditional middle-school education.

Together, i2 and their partners “strive to excite and inspire students about STEM.” The partner for this project was MathWorks, a leading creator of programming and engineering software for industry and academia. Students used software called MATLAB, throughout the course.

MATLAB allows matric manipulations, plotting of functions and data, implementation of algorithms, creations of user interfaces, and interfacing with programs written in other programming languages. It is highly advanced software used by professional engineers, aeronautics programs, and universities across the country. The program used by MPFS, a pilot school for the program, is called “Bytes and Beats.”

Over the course of 5 days, students explored the science of sound as engineers, programmers, musicians, and artists.

They learned about sound waves and frequency, built an Arduino board, programmed arrays, vectors, and variables, recorded sounds and generated loops, and created a melody using addition and concatenation. Exactly where students concluded their STEAM journeys depended on the paths they chose to take. They experienced the joy and frustration that comes with learning something entirely new and the thrill and satisfaction of working through challenges and finding solutions. After the completion of the program, 5th – 8th graders showcased their work to their peers and families at MPFS’ annual Math & Science Day. For more information please visit mpfs.org or call Francy Strathmann, Director of Admissions, at 610-5651960 to schedule a tour.

Media-Providence Friends School 125 West Third Street Media, PA 19063 610-565-1960 www.mpfs.org

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Lansdowne Friends School; $ (PreK); PreK-5 91 Lansdowne; Lansdownefriends $$ (K up) SP, PreK Coed 12-15:1 p. 48 school.org; 610-623-2548 FAO Friends school, founded in 1902, provides challenging and creative academic program grounded in Quaker values in a caring and respectful environment.

Logan Hope School* K-8 93 $ Phila. 19141; Loganhope.org; SP, 6 computers Coed 11:1 FAO 215-455-7442 Alternative Christian Street School offers scholarship opportunities for severely at-risk neighborhood children, plus after-school homework help.

Meadowbrook School; Meadowbrook PreK-6 $$ (PreK-2); 120 instruction; Themeadowbrookschool.org; $$$ (3-6) FR, SP, PreK Coed 7:1 typing 215-884-3238 FAO Small classes and an exceptional blend of academics and enrichment in a family-like atmosphere, with a focus on self-confidence & leadership.

Media-Providence Friends School $ (PreK); 1:1 iPads; PreK-8 140 Media; Mpfs.org; $$ (K-7); SP, PreK computers; Coed 8:1 p. 49 610-565-1960 $$$ (8); FAO SmartBoards A 136-year-old Quaker school with comprehensive arts enrichment, an on-campus solar array, an organic CSA curriculum & integrated service learning.

Miquon School, The $$ (PreK-2); PreK-6 18-20:1152 Conshohocken; Miquon.org; (PreK-K); $$$ (3 up) instruction-3 Coed p. 24 610-828-1231 10:1 (elem.)

FAO Dynamic, project-based progressive education with mixed-age classes and service learning at 11-acre campus in the woods with creek & playing fields.

Montessori School, The 150 PreK-6 $$ Dresher; Themontessorischool.us; 12:1 (PreK); SP, 1 3D printer Coed FAO 215-542-0740 15:1 (elem.)

Authentic Montessori program & curriculum for children 18 mos.-grade 6. Students get time for independent work as well as teacher-directed activities.

Montgomery School*; Chester $$ (PreK); PreK-8 237 SP, PreK; tech center; Springs; Montgomeryschool.org; $$$ (K up) Coed 8:1 FR, 5 laptops (middle) 610-827-7222 FAO Committed to the development of each child’s mind, body and character in an enriching cultural and physical environment.

Nazareth Academy Grade School; 1-8 200 $ SP, 1; Phila. 19114; Nazarethacademy.net; instruction-1 Coed 22:1 FAO LA, 6 215-637-7676 Roman Catholic school with a challenging curriculum including honors math & ELA, fine arts program & excellent forensics club.

Newtown Friends School $$ (PreK); Chromebooks; PreK-8 242 Newtown; Newtownfriends.org; $$$ (K up) LA, SP, K computer labs-3; Coed 13:1 p. 55 215-968-2225 FAO iPads Quaker school with dynamic curriculum helps students learn to think critically, collaborate peacefully, communicate effectively and lead with character.

Norwood-Fontbonne Academy PreK-8 408 $$ Phila. 19118; Norwoodfont SP, PreK computer labs-PreK Coed 10-18:1 FAO bonneacademy.org; 215-247-3811 Challenging primary, Montessori & service-learning curriculum in creative, interactive environment with athletics as well as a strong parent association.

Pen Ryn School, The PreK-8 250 $-$$ Fairless Hills; Penryn.org; SP, PreK iPads-PreK Coed 10-18:1 FAO 215-547-1800 Challenging curriculum in small classes stresses academic excellence, independent critical thinking, community service, leadership & character development.

Penn Christian Academy Chromebooks; PreK-8 190 $ East Norriton; Pennchristian.org; SP, PreK iPads; Coed 14:1 FAO 610-279-6628 robotics Focused, challenging academics and extensive extracurriculars with a Biblical world view in a peaceful and kind campus environment.

Perelman Jewish Day School $$ (K-1); K-5 320 Wynnewood; Melrose Park; Pjds.org; $$$ (2 up) HE, K computer labs Coed 17:1 610-658-2518, 215-635-3130 FAO Jewish day school with a values-based, dual-language (Hebrew/English) curriculum that integrates Jewish and general studies on two campuses.

Philadelphia School, The SP, PreK; PreK-8 453 $$$ tech-integrated Phila. 19146; Tpschool.org; CH, 4; Coed 8:1 FAO curriculum 215-545-5323 LA, 8 Progressive education program focused on experiential learning enhanced by a performing arts space, Maker Lab and garden-to-table program.

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, Van pick up included - Lower Merion Elementary Schools, grades K-5 , Social, creative & welcoming environment for grades K-5 , Engaging activities such as sports, homework, art, cooking & science

Nursery, Preschool & Kindergarten

Mon. - Fri., 3:30-6:00 pm Kids Time Director, Marti Berk 610-896-7770 x 121 • kidstime@phillyjcc.com

The Kaiserman JCC Preschool serves children from infants all the way through an accredited Kindergarten. Children thrive in a nurturing, child-centered environment.

Tuition includes family membership to the JCC. Amenities: fitness center, outdoor swim club, indoor track, basketball courts, gym, and more.

Preschool Director, Amy Foster 610-896-7770 x 118 • afoster@phillyjcc.com

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Philadelphia-Montgomery K-12 130 $-$$ Christian Academy; Erdenheim instruction-K Coed 15:1 FAO Phil-mont.com; 215-233-1385 Excellent education from a Christian world and life view; educating children of Christian families since 1943. Variable tuition program.

Plumstead Christian School Plumsteadville; Pcspa.org; 215-766-8073

$ (PreK-K); instruction; $$ (1 up) LA, 3 robotics FAO Nondenominational college-prep school recognized by TheBestSchools.org as one of the top 50 best Christian high schools in the nation.

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Plymouth Meeting Friends PreK-6 127 $$-$$$ School*; Plymouth Meeting SP, PreK instruction-3 Coed 20:1 FAO Pmfs1780.org; 610-828-2288 Quaker school promotes respect and nurtures children’s individual qualities. Campus is serene; children feel safe to explore.

Project Learn School; Phila. 19119; K-8 60 $-$$ Projectlearnschool.org; SP, K Coed 12:1 FAO 215-438-3623 Independent cooperative school where teachers, students & parents work together to create a progressive & humanistic community. Sliding-scale tuition.

Quaker School at Horsham, The Horsham; Quakerschool.org; 215-674-2875

$$ (K); adaptive tech, $$$$ (1 up) digital pp. 26, FAO learning 81 Children with social, emotional and academic challenges who have not yet experienced school success blossom in a peaceful Quaker environment.

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Saint Aloysius Academy K-8 240 CH, SP, K; tech-infused Bryn Mawr; Staloysiusacademy.org; $$ Boys 13:1 LA, 6 curriculum 610-525-1670 Roman Catholic boys’ school sponsored by IHM Sisters & accredited by Middle States Association has a technology-based curriculum; teaches boys to lead & serve.

Saint Bernadette of Lourdes PreK-8 330 $ 1:1 iPads School*; Drexel Hill SP, PreK Coed 19:1 FAO & Netbooks-K St-bernadette.org; 610-789-7676 Roman Catholic school provides a safe, positive and challenging service-learning environment that cultivates faith and values along with academics.

Saint Katharine of Siena School; K-8 435 $ Wayne; Stkatharineof SP, K Coed 24 FAO sienaschool.org; 610-688-5451 Roman Catholic school with strong faith identity & sense of community educates the whole child. Dedicated & caring faculty; active parents.

School in Rose Valley, The; Rose Valley; Theschoolinrosevalley.org; 610-566-1088

$ (1/2-day PreK); tech-integrated $$ (full-day PreK SP, PreK curriculum up); FAO Progressive school on wooded campus balances academics, indoor/outdoor play and the arts. Lunch prepared on campus.

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Shipley School, The $$$ (PreK-5); 1:1 laptops, PreK-12 460 SP, PreK; Bryn Mawr; Shipleyschool.org; $$$$ (6 up); integrated STEAM Coed 7:1 CH, FR, LA, 7 610-525-4300 FAO curr.-PreK Rigorous academics and strong faculty student relationships. Teaches readiness so students are prepared to face challenges of any scale.

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Springside Chestnut Hill Academy PreK-12 $$$ (PreK-4); 1,000 CH, K; robotics lab, Phila. 19118; Sch.org; Single$$$$ (5 up) 7:1 FR, LA, SP, 7 VidCast studio 215-247-4700 sex FAO Through a rigorous college-prep curriculum grounded in project- & passion-based learning, students build resilience & a sense of agency.

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St. Peter’s School $$ (PreK); PreK-8 200 Phila. 19147; St-peters-school.org; $$$ (K up) FR, PreK instruction-5 Coed 10:1 p. 57 215-925-3963 FAO Non-sectarian day school with a tradition of innovation, creativity & character since 1834, designed to prepare students for high school and beyond.

Stratford Friends School 73 1:1 iPads; K-8 $$$$ Newtown Sq.; Stratfordfriends.org; 6:1 (elem.); Chromebooks-7; Coed FAO 610-355-9580 12:1 (mid.)

Innovation Ctr. First Quaker elementary school in U.S. for children who learn differently. Multisensory Teacher Training Center on-site. Service learning begins in K. Twin Spring Farm Educational PreK-5 small-class Impressions*; Ambler $-$$ SP, PreK 1:1 adaptive tech Coed setting Twinspringfarm.com; 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.

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Extensive grants allow us to provide students with the latest technology, artist-in-residence, Shakespeare workshop, math olympiads, community-building programs, servicelearning opportunities, and more.

We are always looking for new ways to engage our students and families.

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United Friends School; Quakertown; PreK-8 $ (1/2-day PreK); 124 after-school Unitedfriendsschool.org; $$ (full-day PreK SP, PreK Coed 6:1 tech class; devices-3 215-538-1733 up); FAO Award-winning Quaker school where children develop 21st-century skills through a progressive curriculum in a loving environment.

Upland Country Day School PreK-9 128 $-$$$ SP, K; Kennett Square; Uplandcds.org; Coed 9:1 FAO LA, 6 610-444-7755 65-year-old school instills the 4 As: Attitude, Academics, Arts and Athletics. Service learning begins in PreK.

1:1 iPads-4; 1:1 laptops-6

Valley Christian School PreK-8 120 $ iPads; instruction; Huntingdon Valley; Vcskids.com; SP, PreK Coed 10:1 FAO laptops 215-947-4581 Provides a developmentally appropriate, academically challenging & family-friendly curriculum with critical thinking & problem solving in a God-centered context.

Villa Maria Academy Lower School PreK, 1:1 iPads-5; 341 $ Immaculata; Villamaria.org; Coed; SP, PreK computer labs; 20:1 FAO 610-644-4864 K-8, Girls instruction-PreK Focus on leadership and 21st-century learning at girls’ Roman Catholic school with coed preschool for 3- and 4-year-olds.

Walden School, The PreK-8 155 $-$$ Media; Thewaldenschool.org; SP, PreK Coed 20:1 FAO 610-892-8000 Montessori-based academics in mixed-age classrooms foster intellectual curiosity and independent learning in a peaceful, respectful environment.

Waldorf School of Philadelphia, PreK-8 210 $-$$ The; Phila. 19144 p. 57 Coed 8:1 FAO Phillywaldorf.com; 215-248-1662 Waldorf curriculum inspires critical thinking, confidence and boundless creativity by teaching arts alongside science, math and languages.

Waldron Mercy Academy 3D printer; PreK-8 495 $$ SP, K; Merion Station; Waldronmercy.org; iPads-PreK; Coed 10:1 FAO LA, 4 610-664-9847 robotics Catholic school twice recognized as national Blue Ribbon School of Excellence; Toshiba/NSTA Explora/Vision national winner for the past 2 yrs.

West Chester Friends School $$$ PreK-5 145 West Chester; Wcfriends.org; Flexible SP, PreK STEAM program Coed 6:1 610-696-2962 tuition program Quaker school with community service emphasizes literature, studio art and art history, music, science and health. Enriched integrated curriculum.

Westtown School PreK-12 287 $$-$$$ SP, PreK; West Chester; Westtown.edu; 1:1 iPads-PreK Coed 8:1 FAO LA, 7 p. 35 610-399-0123 Quaker day & boarding school with rigorous curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, collaboration, service & social action. Ask about h.s. boarding option.

William Penn Charter School Phila. 19144; Penncharter.com; 215-844-3460

$$$ (PreK-5); SP, K; 1:1 Chromebooks-3; $$$$ (6 up) pp. 11, CH, FR, LA, 6 1:1 MacBooks-6 FAO 36 Friends school that grounds vigorous academics, arts and athletics in Quaker values. 47-acre campus; math & writing centers; performing arts center.

PreK-12 Coed

506 7:1

Willistown Country Day School* PreK-5 100 FR, SP, adaptive tech, Malvern & West Chester $$ Coed NP PreK robotics Willistown.org; 610-647-4001 Montessori curriculum on three campuses taught by PA-certified teachers. Outstanding music program. 40+ years of academic excellence.

Woodlynde School 1:1 laptops-5; K-12 270 $$$-$$$$ Strafford; Woodlynde.org; FR, SP, 8 instruction; Coed 6:1 FAO 610-687-9660 robotics Individualized teacher attention to students and families; Wilson Reading-affiliated curriculum. Partnership with Cabrini College.

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Wyndcroft School, The $ (1/2-day PreK); PreK-8 240 FR, PreK; Tech programs, Pottstown; Wyndcroft.org; $$ (full-day PreK-K); Coed 8:1 LA, 5 all grades p. 38 610-326-0544 $$$ (1 up); FAO Academic excellence since 1918 in traditional and challenging academic program that emphasizes basic skills in a secure, friendly environment.

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Caravel Academy PreK-12 840 $ FR, SP, 1:1 MacBooks-7 Bear; Caravel.org; Coed 28:1 FAO elem.

302-834-8938 Rigorous college-prep curriculum aligns with values of honesty, integrity and sportsmanship. Teacher and aide in all classrooms, new science labs.

Fairwinds Christian School PreK-12 110 $ SP, 1 instruction-K Bear; Fcsknights.com; Coed 20:1 FAO 302-328-7404 44-year-old Christian college-prep school uses A Beka and Bob Jones text materials. All faculty members are born-again believers.

Hockessin Montessori School, $ (1/2-day PreK); PreK-8 135 instruction-K; The; Hockessin $$ (full-day PreK SP, PreK Coed 12:1 iPads-4 Thehms.org; 302-234-1240 up) Innovative, progressive Montessori methodology helps students develop academically, intellectually, socially, emotionally and morally.

450 Independence School, The $ (1/2-day PreK); SP, K; BYOD-5 ; laptops; PreK-8 12-18:1 (PreK); $$ (full-day PreK FR, LA, 5; Newark; Theindependence iPads Coed p. 59 18-22:1 (K-8) up); FAO MA, 7 school.org; 302-239-0330 Multifaceted instruction incorporates project-based and collaborative learning and Innovation Station STEM classroom. Early childhood garden.

NCCL School computer lab; K-8 80 $$ SP, K Newark; NCCLschool.com; instruction Coed 10:1 FAO 302-368-7772 Progressive school provides small, multi-age classes led by expert teachers who lay a rich academic foundation while fostering confident thinkers.

Red Lion Christian Academy PreK-12 425 $ SP, 8 instruction Bear; Redlionca.org; Coed 15:1* FAO 302-834-2526 Multi-denominational chool supports families as they equip their children, for Christ, to excel in all areas of school, family and community life.

251 $ (PreK-3); Saint Edmond’s Academy PreK-8 13:1 (PreK-3) $$ (4-8) SP, PreK iPads-K Wilmington; Stedmondsacademy.org; Boys p. 27 14:1 (4-8) FAO 302-475-5370 Roman Catholic boys’ school in the tradition of Holy Cross empowers students with academics, values & skills for success. 8 sports for 3rd & 4th grades. $$ (PreK-K); Sanford School FR, SP, K; PreK-12 325 instruction-K $$$ (2 up) Hockessin; Sanfordschool.org; LA, 5 Coed 12:1 FAO 302-235-6500 Rigorous academics incorporate tech, visual & performing arts, world languages & cultures and exceptional athletics. Focus on sustainability. $-$$ (PreK); St. Anne’s Episcopal School PreK-8 290 $$ (K-8) SP, PreK Middletown; Stannesde.org; Coed 7:1 FAO 302-378-3179 Day school on 125 scenic acres prepares students for honors coursework at the finest area high schools.

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computer labs; St. Anthony of Padua PreK-8 225 $ instruction; Wilmington; School.stanthony Coed 24:1 FAO SmartBoards net.org; 302-421-3743 Diocesan Catholic school with student outreach programs, accelerated math classes, many extracurricular activities & award-winning student council.

Tall Oaks Classical School K-12 145 $ LA,3 computer lab-7 Bear; Talloaksde.org; Coed 16:1 FAO 302-738-3337 Protestant Reformed school with diverse student body provides a classical education in grammar, dialectic & rhetoric with a Biblical worldview.

Tatnall School, The 611 PreK-12 $$ (PreK-K); SP, PreK; BYOD; Wilmington; Tatnall.org; 9-10:1 (lower); Coed $$$ (1-8); FAO FR, LA, 5 desktops 302-998-2292 15:1 (middle) Balanced academics, athletics and arts in a student-focused environment. Outstanding faculty. Pastoral 110-acre campus.

Tome School, The K-12 310 $ CH, FR, SP, K; North East, MD; Tomeschool.org; Coed 15-20:1 FAO LA, 5 410-287-2050 Independent college-prep school with rigorous honors curriculum, varsity sports, many clubs and activities.

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“AT URSULINE, I LEARN ABOUT SCIENCE, COMPUTERS AND ART BY DOING ACTIVITIES AND PLAYING GAMES… MY TEACHERS MAKE LEARNING FUN.”

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“I really like Science class because I get to learn all about made a habitat for my guinea pig…it was like a little camp that he could walk around in. When I grow up, I want to be an animal rescue worker or a veterinarian.”

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Tower Hill School $ (1/2-day PreK); PreK-12 455 SP, PreK; BYOD Wilmington; Towerhill.org; $$$ (full-day Coed 15:1 FR, LA, MA, 5 p. 34 302-575-0550 PreK up);FAO Exceptional academic curriculum supplemented by requirements in athletics, the arts & community service. A Top 50 school, according to BestSchools.org.

1:1 laptop-6; $(1/2-day PreK); Ursuline Academy PreK-12 SP, PreK.; 275 computer labs; $$ (full-day PreK Wilmington; Ursuline.org; Girls/ LA,6; FR, 7 14:1 p. 59 iPads; laptop carts up); FAO 302-658-7158 Coed Rigorous Catholic school academics are coed PreK-grade 5 and all-girls from grade 6 up. Montessori PreK option. Team sports begin in grade 3. $ (PreK-K); Wilmington Christian School SP, K; PreK-12 500 instruction-PreK $$ (1 up) Hockessin; Wilmington GE, 7 Coed 16:1 FAO christian.org; 302-239-2121 Challenging academic environment also helps students develop a Biblical worldview. Drama, music, sports and academic challenges.

1:1 MacBooks; $-$$ (PreK); Wilmington Friends School SP, PreK; PreK-12 415 programming/ $$ (K); Wilmington; Wilmington CH, FR, 6 Coed 16:1 p. 75 robotics; STEM lab $$$ (1 up); FAO friends.org; 302-576-2900 Quaker school with rigorous academics: International Baccalaureate program; STEM/Design labs; Chinese program. Malone Scholar school. $ (PreK); Wilmington Montessori School 1:1 iPads-4; PreK-6 200 $$(K up) SP, PreK Wilmington iPads & laptops Coed 10:1 p. 37, 60 FAO Wmsde.org; 302-475-0555 Collaborative learning community rooted in Montessori principles on 25-acre campus with STEAM Maker Spaces & woodland trails.

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280 Chapin School $$$$ SP, K; classroom PreK-8 21:1 (PreK) Princeton; Chapinschool.org; FAO CH, FR, 6 computers Coed 16-17:1 (elem.)

609-924-2449 Rigorous academics include Tools of the Mind Singapore math in PreK. 51% of faculty hold advanced degrees. $8.2 mill. endowment. $ (1/2-day PreK); Doane Academy; Burlington SP, PreK; classroom PreK-12 240 $$ (full day PreK Doaneacademy.org; L, 7 computers-4 Coed 12:1 up); FAO 609-386-3500 Episcopal school with challenging curriculum emphasizes character development, family atmosphere, sports, music & arts on 10-acre riverfront campus. $ (1/2-day PreK); 1:1 iPad program-6; Friends School Mullica Hill PreK-8 150 $$ (full day PreK SP, PreK computer lab; Mullica Hill; Friendsmh.org; Coed 14:1 up); FAO SmartBoards 856-478-2908 Quaker school with hands-on learning, STEM, applied & interdisciplinary projects, community service & on-site adventure learning course. coding; Haddonfield Friends School PreK-8 145 $$ SP, K tech-integrated Haddonfield; Haddonfieldfriends.org; Coed 7:1 FAO p. 21 curriculum-K 856-429-6786 Quaker school with superb academics, experiential learning & fluid curriculum inspires students to think critically. Intra-grade buddy program.

200 $ (K); Kellman Brown Academy HE, K; PreK-8 1:1 iPads-5 14:1 (elem.) $$ (1 up) Voorhees; Kellmanbrown SP, 7 Coed 12:1 (mid.)

FAO academy.org; 856-679-2929 Jewish school, member of Schechter Day School Network, the Greater Philadelphia Day School Collaborative and NJAIS.

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100 $ (1/2-day PreK); SP, PreK; Montessori Academy PreK-8 25:1 (elem.) $$ (full day PreK CH, FR, GR, Delran; Manj.org; Coed 10:1 (mid.) up); FAO IT, LA, 4 856-461-2121 AMI-certified Montessori teachers facilitate a creative, noncompetitive learning environment. 11-acre campus with meadows, trails, gardens & animals. $ (1/2-day PreK); Moorestown Friends School PreK-12 723 LA, 5; coding-PreK; $$ (full day PreK); Moorestown; Mfriends.org; Coed 7:1 CH, FR, SP, 6 computer labs, $$$ (1 up); FAO 856-235-2900 Quaker school pursues educational excellence for diverse student body within academically rigorous and balanced program.

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Our Lady of Good Counsel 1:1 iPads; PreK-8 450 $ SP, K; LA, 5 School; Moorestown instruction Coed 25:1 FAO Olgcnj.org/school; 856-235-7885 Roman Catholic school with mission to provide a Christ-centered learning environment to develop each child spiritually, emotionally and academically.

Politz Day School of Cherry Hill; iPads-4; K-8 175 $$ HE, K Cherry Hill; Politz.org; instruction-K Coed 15:1 FAO 856-667-1013 Modern Orthodox Jewish Day School addresses each child’s learning style via rigorous general and Judaic curriculum in a warm environment.

South Jersey Christian Academy; PreK-6 86 $ SP, K Sicklerville; Sjchristianacademy.org; Coed 9-10:1 856-728-2001 Methodist school provides quality, affordable Christian education and promotes self-esteem in a challenging, motivating academic environment. coding, St. Mary of the Lakes School PreK-8 370 $ SP, 5 computer labs, p. 62 Medford; Smlschool.org; Coed 15:1 FAO robotics 609-654-2546 Catholic school offers academically competitive curriculum, state-of-the-art computer/science labs, core values, championship sports, service.

Stuart Country Day School iPads; engineering $$ (PreK-elem.); SP, PreK; JK-12 460 of the Sacred Heart; Princeton programming; $$$ (mid.) pp. 33, FR, K; Girls 7:1 Stuartschool.org; 609-921-2330 robotics FAO 79 Roman Catholic girls’ school prepares young women for lives of exceptional leadership and service via challenging, innovative curriculum.

3D design; Westfield Friends School PreK-8 145 $$ SP, PreK; programming; Cinnaminson; Westfieldfriends.org; Coed 15:1 FAO LA, 4 p. 62 robotics 856-829-0895 Quaker school develops students to their fullest academic & social potential by focusing on active learning enriched by social values.

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High Schools Looking for the best-fit private or parochial high school for your child? In the chart that begins on p. 64 you’ll find information on school and class sizes, tuition and financial aid, world languages, technology use and instruction and indicators of college readiness.

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Grades 7-12 Coeducational The Crefeld School educates the whole child, and provides a college preparatory, handson and experiential curriculum with an emphasis on social justice. a program With a vibrant arts and weekly community service, Crefeld honors each individual and helps them achieve their fullest potential.

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Abington Friends School PreK-12 540 $$$$ FR, 7; comp. labs, 100% Jenkintown; Abingtonfriends.net; Coed 15:1 FAO SP, K instruction 9 p. 40 215-886-4350 Quaker school with a culture of intellectual & creative ambition; individual attention; freedom from standardized testing; highly personalized college guidance. comp. labs, 100% Academy of Notre Dame de Namur 6-12 385 $$$ CH, FR, LA, instruction, 17 Villanova; Ndapa.org; Girls 9:1 FAO SP, 6 robotics 605/595/620 610-687-0650 Roman Catholic college-prep school committed to educating and inspiring young women to take their places in a global society.

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Academy of the New Church; 100% 9-12 227 $$$ LA, 9; comp. labs Bryn Athyn; Ancss.org; 3 Coed 15-20:1 FAO FR, SP, 10 267-502-2500 Girls’& boys’schools work collaboratively. Coursework combines with religious education inspired by New Church fundamentals; 8 boys’, 7 girls’varsity teams.

SP, PreK; 100% Agnes Irwin School, The PreK-12 290 $$$$ FR, 6; LA, instruction 13 Rosemont; Agnesirwin.org; Girls 14:1 FAO p. 12 7; GR, 9 655/655/705* 610-525-8400 Main Line, all-girls college-prep school stresses leadership, wellness, technology & citizenship; summer programs;14 varsity teams; service learning.

1:1 AIM Academy 1-12 310 $$$$ LA, 9 laptops, 100% Conshohocken Coed 9:1 FAO p. 41 comp. labs Aimpa.org; 215-483-2461 Multi-sensory, experiential learning for students with language-based learning differences taught by experienced faculty with latest research and resources.

FR, IT, digital Archbishop John Carroll H.S. 9-12 1100 $ SP, 9; design, 19 Radnor; Jcarroll.org; Coed 20:1 FAO p. 65 CH, 11 robotics 610-688-8326 Catholic school with college-prep curriculum features partnership with Cabrini College & is part of the Diocesan Scholars Program. 20 sports teams.

95% Archbishop Ryan High School 9-12 1335 $ FR, IT, computer 12 Phila. 19154; Archbishopryan.com Coed 18:1 FAO LA, SP, 9 labs p. 73 530/550/520 215-637-1800 Diocesan coed Catholic high school challenges students to become well-rounded, life-long learners. Service; 12 boys’, 12 girls’ sports teams.

CH, PreK; Baldwin School, The 1:1 Mac PreK-12 250 $$$$ LA, SP, 6; Bryn Mawr; Baldwinschool.org; program 672/653/673 Girls 7:1 FAO p. 43 FR, 7; AR, 9 610-525-2700 All-girls liberal arts school; trip to Italy in 9th grade; 1:1 Macs in grades 9-10; robotics & multimedia studios; 11 girls’ varsity teams; service learning.

100% Church Farm School (CFS) 1:1 Mac9-12 192 $$$$ 7 FR, SP, 9 Exton; Gocfs.net; Books Boys 10:1 FAO 624/551/556* 610-363-7500 Episcopal school with renowned community service and choral programs; clay & other fine arts; 20+ extracurriculars; growing STEAM program.

Concept School, The 6-12 20 $$$ FR, SP, 9 95% Westtown; Theconceptschool.org; Coed 8:1 610-399-1135 Serves students with average or above intelligence; wooded setting; hands-on learning; social thinking; emphasizes creativity & positive environment.

Country Day School of the Sacred 100% JK-12 300 $$ FR, K; instruction pp. 17, Heart; Bryn Mawr 7 Girls 12-15:1 FAO LA, SP, 9 45 Cdssh.org; 610-527-3915 Catholic school with deeply rooted traditions and values combined with 21st-century educational tools to ensure students’ future success.

Crefeld School, The 7-12 100 $$$ SP, 9 BYOD 90% Phila. 19118; Crefeld.org; Coed 10:1 FAO 215-242-5545 Educates the whole child and provides college-prep, hands-on and experiential curriculum with an emphasis on social justice.

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Cristo Rey Philadelphia High School; iPads, 9-12 449 $ LA, 9 Phila. 19141; Cristoreyphiladelphia.org; Netbooks 5 Coed 24:1 FAO 215-219-3943 Independent, Catholic h.s. for students of all faiths who could not otherwise afford a private education. Rigorous academics & professional work experience.

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Inspiring Confident, Compassionate Leaders

Since 1856, the Academy of Notre Dame de Namur has educated, empowered, and inspired young women for a lifetime of compassionate leadership and service.

Beginning in the sixth grade, every aspect of a Notre Dame education builds the academic skills, personal abilities, and spiritual foundation needed to excel in college and beyond.

While challenging courses mark the Academy’s academic rigor, Notre Dame is a caring, spiritual community, guided by the faith tradition of the Catholic Church and the service of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur.

• Notre Dame was recognized with the 2016 Environmental Community Service Award for an innovative, cross-curricular program called Project Stream. From science and mathematics, to art and religion, students explored water scarcity, safety, and sustainability.

• All middle school students receive an Apple MacBook Air at no additional cost.

• A progressive study of World Languages begins in grade six with a survey of French, Latin, Mandarin, and Spanish and continues through Advanced Placement.

• The Academy’s new Center for Global Leadership partners with leading girls’ schools around the world to offer new global learning opportunities and exchanges.

• Dance, fine and performing arts, music, athletics, campus ministry, and activity clubs give every student the opportunity to explore her unique gifts.

How will Notre Dame inspire your daughter? Visit campus for a personal tour, or attend our Open House on Sunday, November 6 from 10:30 am – 1:30 pm. For more information, contact Diane Sander, dsander@ndapa.org or visit ndapa.org/openhouse.

At Notre Dame, the learning environment empowers you to follow your dreams. Confidence is instilled in you. Your voice is heard and it matters.”

— Notre Dame graduate

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1:1 Chrome98% Delaware County Christian School PreK-12 690 $$ SP, 1; books, 14 Newtown Square; Dccs.org; Coed 18:1 FAO CH, GE, 6 comp. labs 598/576/567* 610-353-6522 Christian philosophy within curriculum, programs & activities. High percent recognized by National Merit Scholarship Corp.; 12 boys’, 11 girls’ teams.

1:1 Mac100% Delaware Valley Friends School 5-12 158 $$$$ ASL; SP Books, Paoli; Dvfs.org; Coed 8-11:1 FAO SmartBrds 1640 610-640-4150 Coed, Quaker, college-prep school for bright students who struggle with LDs in reading, writing, math, memory, processing, ADHD & executive functioning.

LA, 7; FR, 100% Devon Preparatory School 6-12 204 $$$ GE, SP, 9; instruction 18 Devon; Devonprep.com; Boys 15:1 FAO IT, 12 635/631/610 610-688-7337 Independent Catholic boys’ college-prep school prepares young men for life. Class of 2016 had 23 AP Scholars & 11 National Merit Scholarship students.

Dock Mennonite Academy 93% 9-12 365 $$ SP, 9 1:1 iPads 8 Lansdale; Dock.org; Coed 15:1 FAO 555/530/516 215-362-2675 Mennonite-affiliated h.s. offers freshman refugee camp; 3-day juniors’ social issues DC trip; robotics team; 8 boys’ & 9 girls’ varsity teams.

SP, PreK; 1:1 devices, 100% Episcopal Academy, The PreK-12 500 $$$ CH, FR, 6; comp. labs, 17 Newtown Square; Episcopalacademy.org; pp. 18, Coed 7:1 FAO GR, 9; LA,7 instruction 655/646/667 484-424-1400 67 Coed, independent college-prep school features innovative math & science program, vibrant arts & strong community service; 16 boys’, 14 girls’varsity teams.

CH, SP, Friends Select School instruction, 100% PreK-12 558 $$$$ PreK; LA, 7; Phila. 19103; Friends-select.org; robotics Coed 10:1 FAO AR, IT, 9 215-561-5900 College-prep academics at a Quaker school with a vibrant Center City location; diverse, close community; full athletic program; service learning.

100% SP, PreK; Friends’ Central School 1:1 iPads, PreK-12 790 $$$$ 29* FR, LA, 7; Wynnewood; Friendscentral.org; instruction Coed 14:1 FAO p. 67 625/630/630 PL, 6 610-649-7440 Quaker school for excellence emphasizes advanced levels of critical & conceptual thinking. New Makerspace; brings renowned scholars to campus.

George School 100% 9-12 540 $$$$ CH, FR, LA, instruction pp. 19, Newtown; Georgeschool.org; 18 AP/ 36 IB Coed 7:1 FAO SP, 9 69 215-579-6547 Quaker school with International Baccalaureate diploma program. Domestic & international service projects. Equestrian program.

Germantown Academy; Ft. Washington; CH, SP, 3D printing, 100% PreK-12 535 $$$$ Germantownacademy.net; PreK; FR, instruction, 17 Coed 8:1 FAO p. 69 215-646-3300 LA, 6; GE, 9 SmartBrds 620/640/605 Oldest, nonsect., continuously run independent school in the nation offers outstanding academics in a setting steeped in more than 250 years of tradition.

SP, K; 100% Germantown Friends School K-12 357 $$$$ FR, LA, 7; instruction Phila. 19144; Germantownfriends.org; Coed 20:1 FAO CH, GR, 9 645/680/670* 215-951-2300 Quaker school with accomplished faculty who lead the mission to seek truth, challenge intellects, & nurture each student’s mind, body & spirit.

Girard College; Phila. 19121; computer 95% K-12 100 0 FR, SP, 7 Girardcollege.edu; labs 1 Coed 15-18:1 215-787-2600 Boarding school with rigorous academics and full scholarships. Students must come from single- or no-parent family& have good grades & behavior. iPads 100% Gwynedd Mercy Academy H.S.; 9-12 390 $$ FR, LA, required, 17 Gwynedd Valley; Gmahs.org; Girls 11:1 FAO SP, 9 instruction 573/585/612 215-646-8815 Catholic college-prep Mercy school committed to holistic education with focus on service and global citizenship. State & national awards.

100% Haverford School, The PreK-12 425 $$$$ CH, 9; BYOD, Haverford; Haverford.org; pp. 22, Boys 8:1 FAO LA, SP, 6 instruction 632/650/633 71 610-642-3020 Extraordinary educators prepare boys for the future in a supportive learning environment designed to bring out the best in each student.

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Why FCS? Honoring the Individual since 1845

OPEN HOUSE Sat., Oct. 15, 2016 12-2 pm Lower School 2-4 pm Middle & Upper School

Walk-in Wednesdays Lower School Tours at 9:00 am Middle & Upper School Tours at 8:30 am & 12:30 pm

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1:1 iPads; Hill School, The 100% 9-12 522 $$$$ CH, FR, GR, Apple TVs; Pottstown; Thehill.org; 28 Coed 7:1 FAO LA, SP, 9 instruction 610-326-1000 Coed boarding & day school provides excellent liberal arts education rooted in basic skills & knowledge. STEM & many other academic initiatives; 29 sports teams.

BYOD, 100% Holy Ghost Preparatory School* 9-12 461 $$ FR, LA, computer 20 Bensalem; Holyghostprep.org; Boys 10:1 FAO SP, 9 labs 1855 215-639-2102 Boys’ independent Catholic college-prep school dedicated to academic excellence. Strong extracurriculars; 12 varsity teams; community service.

Huntingdon Valley Christian K-12 170 $ 90% Academy*; Huntingdon Valley Coed 10:1 FAO Myhvca.org; 215-947-6595 Seventh-day Adventist school on 20-acre campus with highly educated staff and exciting service-oriented curriculum within a family atmosphere.

1:1 iPads, 100% Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy 6-12 370 $$$$ FR, HE, LA, computer 7 Bryn Mawr; Jbha.org; pp. 23, Coed 15:1 FAO SP, 6 lab 670/640/690* 610-922-2300 51 Coed school with challenging college-prep program infused with Jewish values. 11th-grade study-abroad program in Israel; 18 sports teams, 40+ clubs.

95% Kimberton Waldorf School PreK-12 320 $$$ GE, SP, 1 Kimberton; Kimberton.org; Coed 22:1 FAO p. 53 585/595/610 610-933-3635 Waldorf academic curriculum taught through the prism of creative thinking. Gardening, outdoor education, circus & organic lunch program.

1:1 tablets, 100% La Salle College High School 9-12 1085 $$$ CH, FR, IT, comp. lab, 24 Wyndmoor; Lschs.org; Boys 19:1 FAO LA, SP, 9 robotics 584/590/582* 215-233-2911 Independent Catholic college-prep boys’ school. 11 bands & 3 choirs, outstanding art, music & service program; 16 varsity sports.

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Lansdale Catholic High School 9-12 720 $ FR, IT, LA, 16 Lansdale; Lansdalecatholic.com; Coed 25:1 FAO SP, 9 610/600/610 215-362-6160 Innovative archdiocesan coed Catholic secondary school named a Model School by the International Center for Leadership in Education. 20 varsity teams.

100% Malvern Preparatory School 6-12 645 $$$$ SP, 6; LA, instruction 17 Malvern; Malvernprep.org; Boys 16-20:1 FAO MA, 8 1590-1940 484-595-1100 Independent Catholic boys’ college-prep school committed to the Augustinian virtues of truth, unity & love. Outstanding athletics, arts & academics.

FR, LA, 100% Merion Mercy Academy 9-12 485 $$ SP, 9; iPads 16 Merion Station; Merion-mercy.com; Girls 9:1 FAO CH, 11 585/595/610 610-664-6655 Independent, Catholic, college-prep school with holistic education that encourages academic & personal excellence.

FR, LA, 100% Mount Saint Joseph Academy 9-12 531 $$ SP, 9; iPads 16 Flourtown; Msjacad.org; Girls 20:1 FAO MA, 11 630/660/680 215-233-3177 Independent Catholic h.s. empowers girls to be agents of unity & reconciliation. Strong community service, many academic honors; titles in crew & 9 other sports.

100% FR, IT, LA, Nazareth Academy High School computer 9-12 400 $$ 12 SP, 9; Phila. 19114; Nazarethacademyhs.org; labs Girls 9:1 FAO 1810 GR, 11 215-637-7676 Private Catholic girls’ preparatory h.s. offers disciplines from AP art history to psychology & statistics. 12 music groups & 12 sports teams.

New Hope Academy 90% 6-12 125 Case-byGE, SP, 6 instruction Yardley; Newhopeacademy.net; 5 Coed 2:1 case basis 215-493-4200 Coed school with non-traditional education for students who need extra help, have IEPs or just don’t fit in. Students progress at own pace. $$$ (day) Phelps School, The 98% 6-12 110 $$$$ (brd) SP, 9 instruction Malvern; Thephelpsschool.org; 14 Boys 4:1 FAO 610-644-1754 Boarding & day school for young men who thrive in a small, personalized learning environment; robust athletics program & post-grad year option.

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GERMANTOWN ACADEMY Fort Washington, PA

We Look Forward to Welcoming You! Admission Open House Friday, October 14, 2016 8:30am Speak with teachers from PreK-12 Meet current parents Learn about the admission process Tour our campus

www.germantownacademy.net/ openhouse

A D M I S S I O N O P E N H O U S E : S U N D A Y, O C T O B E R 2 3 , 2 0 1 6 A T 1 : 3 0 P. M .

A Quaker, coeducational, boarding and day school for students in grades nine through twelve. Located in historic Newtown, Pennsylvania.

George School Admission Office 1690 Newtown Langhorne Road Newtown PA 18940 215.579.6547 admission@georgeschool.org

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98% Philadelphia-Montgomery Christian K-12 129 $$ GE, SP, 9 instruction 4 Academy; Erdenheim Coed 15:1 FAO 1710 Phil-mont.com; 215-233-1385 Coed college-prep school provides excellent education from a Christian world & life view. 7 boys’ & 7 girls’ varsity teams; many extracurriculars.

98% Plumstead Christian School pp. 39, PreK-12 129 $$ LA,3; instruction, 8 Plumsteadville; Pcspa.org; 55 Coed 15:1 FAO SP, 9 robotics 555/555/545* 215-766-8073 Nondenominational school integrates Christian faith & learning with college prep. 5 boys’, 5 girls’ varsity teams; mock trial & policy debate teams.

Roman Catholic High School 9-12 940 $ AR, CH, 9 p. 72 Phila. 19107; RomanCatholicHS.com; Boys 30:1 FAO FR, IT, LA, 1:1 iPads 492/487/500 215-627-1270 SP, 9 Diocesan boys’ h.s offers comprehensive academic curriculum within a disciplined Catholic environment enriched by diversity. 17 varsity teams.

100% Saint Basil Academy 9-12 247 $$ LA, SP, computer 9 Jenkintown; Stbasilacademy.org; Girls 10:1 FAO UK, 9 labs 571/551/577 215-885-3771 Catholic-Ukrainian girls’ college-prep program fosters academic excellence. Championship athletics with 11 varsity teams; music & arts.

SP, PreK; 1:1 100% Shipley School, The PreK-12 378 $$$$ CH, FR, laptops, 1 Bryn Mawr; Shipleyschool.org; Coed 7:1 FAO p. 8 LA, 7 instruction 617/628/632 610-525-4300 Coed college-prep school teaches readiness to face challenges. Strong humanities & sciences curriculum and faculty-student relationships.

99% Solebury School 7-12 215 $$$$ FR, SP, 7; 10 New Hope; Solebury.org; Coed 10:1 FAO CH, 9 573/580/569 215-862-5261 p. 9 Private day & boarding college-prep school offers AP & honors classes, Teach2Serve and progressive electives in a beautiful country setting.

CH, K; 1:1 MacBks, 100% Springside Chestnut Hill Academy PreK-12 1,000 $$$$ FR, LA, comp. lab, 13 Phila. 19118; Sch.org; Coed 5:1 FAO SP, 7 robotics 585/600/600 215-247-4700 Rigorous college-prep curriculum grounded in project- and passion-based learning. Students build resilience & a sense of agency.

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CH, FR, GE, 1:1 Chrome99% St. Joseph’s Preparatory School 9-12 915 $$$ LA,SP, 9 books, 17 Phila. 19130; Sjprep.org; Boys 22:1 FAO GR, 10 instruction 607/616/597 215-978-1950 Jesuit, urban, college-prep school develops the heart, minds & souls of boys in their pursuit of becoming men for & with others.

Upland Country Day School PreK-12 65 $$$ SP, K; 1:1 laptops Kennett Square; Uplandcds.org; Coed 12:1 FAO LA-6 610-444-7755 68-year-old school focuses on a 4As curriculum: Academics, Arts, Athletics, and Attitude; stresses student engagement.

Valley Forge Military Academy* 6-12 300 $$$ CH, FR, LA, 98% Wayne; Vfmac.edu; Boys 10:1 FAO SP, 7 3 610-989-1200 Boys’ military school fosters personal growth through academic excellence, character & physical development, personal motivation & leadership.

BYOD, 100% Villa Joseph Marie High School 9-12 385 $$ FR, IT, LA, computer 15 Holland; Vjmhs.org; Girls 10:1 FAO SP, 9 labs 552/563/604 215-357-8810 Catholic girls’ school offers highly individualized courses & college-application process. $20 mill. in merit scholarships awarded to 97 grads in 2016.

100% Villa Maria Academy High School 9-12 449 $$$ FR, LA, 1:1 iPads 21 Malvern; Vmahs.org; Girls 7:1 FAO SP, 9 571/582/596 610-644-2551 Catholic college-prep school empowers young women to lead lives of spiritual growth, intellectual inquiry & Christian service. 11 sports teams.

SP, PreK ; Westtown School 1:1 100% PreK-12 363 $$$$ LA, 7; CH, West Chester; Westtown.edu; laptops Coed 8:1 FAO p. 35 FR, 9 610-399-0123 Quaker school with rigorous curriculum emphasizing critical thinking, collaboration, service & social action. Ask about h.s. boarding option.

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THE HAVERFORD SCHOOL Preparing Boys for Life

Open House Oct. 26 Lower School Nov. 10 All School

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Come see what sets The Haverford School apart. Our extraordinary educators are experts in teaching boys and will challenge your son to reach his full potential.

The Haverford School is a vibrant, private day school for boys in prekindergarten through grade 12, located in the heart of Philadelphiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s historic Main Line.

Sept. 28 Pre-kindergarten Oct. 5 Kindergarten Nov. 9 Lower School Nov. 30 Lower School Dec. 7 Lower School

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100% William Penn Charter School PreK-12 449 $$$$ SP, K ; CH, 1:1 Mac12 Phila. 19144; Penncharter.com; p. 11, Coed 7:1 FAO FR, LA, 6; Books 636/627/627 215-844-3460 36 Grounds vigorous academics, arts & athletics in Quaker values. Math & writing centers; state-of-the-art performing arts center. 17 sports teams.

95% Woodlynde School instruction, K-12 270 $$$$ 3 FR, SP, 8 Strafford; Woodlynde.org; robotics Coed 6:1 FAO p. 83 1795 610-687-9660 Individualized teacher attention to students & families; 100% college acceptance. One of only 5 Wilson Accredited Partner Schools in the U.S. Wyncote Academy 90% 6-12 70 $$$ SP, 9 1:1 laptops Melrose Park; Wyncoteacademy.org; 1820 Coed 10:1 FAO 215-885-2000 Private coed academic h.s. Model outdoor education program; 3 boys’, 3 girls’ varsity teams; outstanding arts program.

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EXPLORE OPEN HOUSE Sunday, October 2, 2016 11:00 am to 2:00 pm Preregister at www.lschs.org/openhouse

EIGHTH GRADE SCHOLARSHIP AND ENTRANCE EXAM Saturday, October 29, 2016

La Salle College High School 8605 Cheltenham Avenue Wyndmoor, Pennsylvania 19038

215 402 4800 phone 215 233 0284 fax admissions@lschs.org www.lschs.org

Archbishop Ryan Open House October 20, 2016 ~ 6PM to 9 PM

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Over 95% of our graduates attend college Over 26 million dollars awarded in college scholarships for the class of 2016 College credit available through Holy Family University partnership 11 AP Courses including Advanced Math and Writing Bonaventure Program for Students with Diagnosed Learning Disabilities The Performing Arts Center for the Archdiocese of Philadelphia 2016 PCL Champs in Girls’ Soccer, Softball, Ice Hockey, and Cheerleading

Archbishop Ryan ~ 11201 Academy Road, Philadelphia, PA 19154 ~ www.ArchbishopRyan.com

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CH, 1:1 Mac100% Archmere Academy 9-12 506 $$$ FR, GE, Books, 21 Claymont; Archmereacademy.com; Coed 9:1 FAO p. 13 SP, 9 comp. labs 607/616/623* 302-798-6632 Independent Catholic college-prep school on the PA-DE border. Focuses on the whole person, developing students into empathetic leaders.

Capitol Baptist School 75% FR, PreK-12 25 instruction $ Dover; Cbcofdover.com; SP, 9 Coed 25:4 302-678-9190 Baptist school providing academic excellence in distinctly Christian environment for 40+ years. 2 boys’, 2 girls’ varsity sports teams.

100% Caravel Academy PreK-12 360 $$ FR, 1:1 Mac13 Bear; Caravel.org; Coed 28:1 FAO SP, 1 Books 542/548/NA 302-834-8938 Teacher & aide in all classrooms. New science labs. Extended day AM & PM; summer camp; 10 boys’, 6 girls’ varsity teams; service learning. comp. lab, Centreville Layton School 95% PreK-12 92 $$$ FR, devices Centreville; Centrevillelayton.org; 2 Coed 4:1 FAO SP, 9 provided 302-571-0230 Integrated support for organization of time, materials & information differences in processing speed & school anxiety; 4 boys’, 3 girls’ varsity teams.

90% Fairwinds Christian School 100 PreK-12 40 $ SP, 1 Bear; Fcsknights.com; computers Coed 20:1 FAO 1360 302-328-7404 Independent Baptist college-prep school uses A Beka and Bob Jones text materials. All faculty members are born-again believers. Summer camp.

Padua Academy $$ FR, IT, 9-12 instruction 667 Wilmington; Paduaacademy.org; FAO SP, 9 Girls 302-421-3739 A Catholic school challenging young women to live Christ-centered lives of leadership and service.

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99% Red Lion Christian PreK-12 230 $ SP, 8 instruction 9 Academy; Bear Coed 15:1 FAO 557/581/561* Redlionca.org; 302-834-2526 Multi-denominational Christian college-prep school committed to vibrant fine arts, robust athletics, a diverse student body and affordable tuition.

Saint Mark’s High School 9-12 560 $$ FR, IT, Wilmington; Stmarkshs.net; Coed 11:1 FAO SP, 9 302-738-3300 A coed, Catholic, diocesan high school offering 48 athletic teams and 45 co-curricular activities.

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ASL, CH, 99% Salesianum School 9-12 1,050 $$ FR, LA, 1:1 iPads Wilmington; Salesianum.org; Boys 20:1 FAO SP, 9 25 302-654-2495 Named a Top 50 U.S. Catholic High School. Students in Action Ambassador award. Accommodates some special needs; summer camp; service learning.

100% Sanford School PreK-12 234 $$$ FR, SP, K; instruction 17 Hockessin; Sanfordschool.org; Coed 12:1 FAO LA, 5 595/593/598 302-235-6500 Rigorous academics; exceptional athletics, technology, visual & performing arts, world languages. Environmental stewardship. Support for moderate LDs. Seaford Christian Academy computer PreK-12 60 $ SP, 7 Seaford; Seafordchristian.org; lab Coed 2:1 FAO 302-629-7161 Baptist school, member of the American Association of Christian Schools. Utilizes A Beka texts & materials. Honors societies.

100% St. Andrew’s School* 9-12 310 $$$$ CH, FR, Middletown; Standrews-de.org; Coed 12:1 FAO SP, 9 655/643/650 302-378-7120 Episcopalian school with diverse residential community; students from 26+ states & 16 countries; nearly 50% receive significant financial aid.

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FR, LA, as 1:1 iPads, St. Elizabeth High School 9-12 372 $$ qualified; labs, 11 Wilmington; Sehs.org; Coed 20:1 FAO SP, 9 robotics 519/507/501 302-656-3369 Roman Catholic college-prep school named Apple Distinguished School for 2016-17 provides nurturing, challenging, disciplined environment.

St. Thomas More Academy 9-12 167 $$ FR, IT, 8 Magnolia; Saintmore.org; Coed 14:1 FAO SP, 9 520/527/510 302-697-8100 A Catholic college-prep school providing a culturally and economically diverse student body with academic excellence, arts, service & athletics.

LA, 3; computer 100%* Tall Oaks Classical School K-12 70 $ labs, SP, 9; Bear; Talloaksde.org; Coed 18:1 FAO GR, 12; instruction 566/601/595* 302-738-3337 Diverse Protestant Reformed school provides classical education of grammar, dialectic & rhetoric with a Biblical worldview.

BYOD, 100% Tatnall School, The* PreK-12 611 $$$ SP, PreK; computer 17 Wilmington;Tatnall.org; Coed 15:1 FAO FR, LA, 5 labs 1770 302-998-2292 Balanced academics, athletics & arts. Outstanding faculty. Pastoral 110-acre campus. Extended day AM & PM; summer program; 13 boys’, 12 girls’varsity teams.

CH, FR, Tome School, The K-12 141 $ SP, K; BYOD North East, MD Coed 15-20:1 FAO LA, 5 Tomeschool.org; 410-287-2050 Independent college-prep school offers rigorous honors curriculum, varsity sports and many clubs and activities.

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SP, PreK; 100% Tower Hill School PreK-12 730 $$$ CH, FR, BYOD Wilmington; Towerhill.org; Coed 14-15:1 FAO p. 34 LA, 5 630/639/630 302-575-0550 Exceptional curriculum supplemented by athletics, the arts & community service. New math and science center; summer camp; 12 boys’, 12 girls’ sports.

SP, PreK; 1:1 100% Ursuline Academy PreK-12 200 $$$ FR, 7; laptops, 21 Wilmington; Ursuline.org; Girls 16:1 FAO LA, 6 labs, iPads 550/577/581 302-658-7158 Rigorous girls’ Catholic school; all students have own laptops; summer camp; 12 varsity teams; service learning.

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100% West Nottingham Academy 9-12 130 $$$$ FR, SP, 9 instruction 10 Colora, MD Coed 7:1 FAO 1571 Wna.org; 410-658-5556 College-prep boarding & day school dedicated to intellectual & social growth; diverse community; differentiated instruction.

Wilmington Christian School PreK-12 500 $$ SP, K ; instruction Hockessin; Wilmingtonchristian.org; Coed 16:1 FAO GE, 7 302-239-2121 Challenging academic environment with a Biblical worldview. Drama, music, sports & academic challenges.

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SP, PreK; 1:1 laptops, 100% Wilmington Friends School PreK-12 285 $$$ CH, FR-6 labs, 47 IBs Wilmington; Wilmingtonfriends.org; Coed 18:1 FAO p. 75 robotics 1800 302-576-2900 Quaker school; rigorous academics; International Baccalaureate program; STEM/design labs. Malone Scholar school. 10 boys’, 10 girls’ sports.

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BYOD, CAD, 99% Bishop Eustace Preparatory School 9-12 635 $$ FR, GE, comp. lab, 17 Pennsauken Coed 19:1 FAO LA, SP, 9 robotics 561/583/560 Eustace.org; 856-662-2160 Pallottine Catholic college-prep school on coed, college-style campus. Summer program; 15 boys’, 15 girls’ varsity teams; Christian service learning. classroom 100% Doane Academy SP-PreK; PreK-12 215 computers, 12 $$ Burlington; Doaneacademy.org; LA, 7 Coed 14:1 instruction 540/545/535* 609-386-3500 Episcopal school emphasizes character development. Challenging curriculum; family atmosphere; music & arts programs; 5 boys’, 5 girls’ varsity teams.

FR, SP, 6; Hun School of Princeton 100% 6-12 524 $$$$ AR, 1:1 iPads Princeton; Hunschool.org; 21 Coed 14:1 FAO CH, LA, 9 609-921-7600 Member of Mid-Atlantic Prep League; award-winning student publications; international student programs; summer programs; 13 boys’, 12 girls’varsity teams.

Lawrenceville School, The 9-12 817 $$$$ AR, CH, BYO MS 100% Lawrenceville; Lawrenceville.org; Coed 12:1 FAO FR, GR, device, 609-895-2030 LA, SP, 9 comp. labs 700/690/700* Students come from 34 states & 40 countries. 90% of power generated by 30-acre solar farm; summer program; 17 boys’, 17 girls’ varsity teams.

100% Moorestown Friends School PreK-12 723 $$$ CH, FR, comp. labs, 18 Moorestown pp. 7, Coed 7:1 FAO SP, 6 instruction 623/608/617 Mfriends.org; 856-914-4426 25 Quaker school with diverse student body; academically rigorous, balanced program; highest SAT scores in SJ; extended school year; 9 boys’, 9 girls’varsity teams.

1:1 laptops, Peddie School 100% 9-12 550 $$$$ CH,FR, comp. labs, Hightstown 16 Coed 12:1 FAO LA SP, 9 robotics Peddie.org; 609-944-7500 Premier boarding school with vigorous college prep; students strive for the highest quality of citizenship. Summer school; 13 boys’, 13 girls’varsity teams.

LA, 6; Pennington School, The* 1:1 iPads, 100% 6-12 502 $$$$ FR, SP, 7; Pennington; Pennington.org; instruction 21 Coed 13:1 FAO GE, 8 609-737-1838 Boarding school with history of inclusion & diversity; Methodist roots honored with a weekly chapel, a multi-denominational time for reflection and sharing.

FR, SP, PreK; 100% Princeton Day School PreK-12 402 $$$$ LA, 7; CH, 9; iPads 17 Princeton Coed 8:1 FAO GR, 11 649/645/654 Pds.org; 609-924-6700 Rigorous curriculum for motivated, academically talented students. Garden classroom with sustainable architecture. Interscholastic sports; iPad program.

South Jersey Sudbury School, Medford; BYOD, PreK-12 12* $ As chosen Southjerseysudburyschool.org; comp. lab Coed 12:1* FAO 856-581-1229 A democratic school where students vote on all aspects of academics and administration. Located in YMCA Camp Ockanickon/Matollionequay.

St. Augustine Preparatory School 9-12 685 $$ AR, FR, 1:1 iPads, 33 Richland Boys 14:1 FAO LA, SP, 9* coding-9, 1753 pp. 32, Hermits.com; 856-697-2600 robotics 79 All-boys Augustinian Catholic prep school requires computer coding course, offers other STEM classes, boasts 22 athletic programs.

Stuart Country Day School of the Sacred Heart; Princeton; Stuartschool.org; 609-921-2330

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100% SP, K; Villa Victoria Academy* integrated K-12 170 $$ 15 LA, 7; Ewing; Villavictoria.org; instruction Girls 8:1 FAO 1873 FR, 9 609-882-1700 Catholic school inclusive of all religions.100% college acceptance & enrollment; award-winning theater program, small class sizes.

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Schools For Learning Differences The chart below lists schools for students who struggle in a traditional classroom environment or have been diagnosed with learning challenges such as dyslexia or ADHD.

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Use the key below to navigate the information, including distinct special needs served, and get even more info about each school online at MetroKids.com/ specialneedsschools.

Support Services = Medical staff/Nursing = Counseling = Art Therapy = Music Therapy

Other Services = Residential = Extended Day = Summer Program = Transportation

= Animal/Dog Therapy OT = Occupational Therapy PT = Physical Therapy ST = Speech Therapy

Special Needs Served ASP AUT COM DD EMO

Asperger syndrome Autism Communication/social disorder Developmental disability Emotional/behavioral disorder

HI LD NI PDD VI

Hearing impairment/deaf Learning disability/ADHD Neurological impairment Pervasive development disorder Visual impairment/blind

Learning Strategies ABA = Applied Behavior Analysis, behavior improvement through interventions based on learning theory Academic Club = learning model emphasizes the arts and hands-on experiential learning Association Method = phonics-based, multisensory curriculum to teach oral and written communication Lindamood-Bell = strategy that develops sensory-cognitive processes that underlie reading & comprehension Orton-Gillingham = multisensory, sequential, language-based reading approach PBIS = Positive Behavioral Intervention & Supports, evidence-based interventions to enhance learning and behavior Read 180 = three-pronged strategic intervention for struggling readers SPA = Safe & Positive Approaches, comprehensive crisis-prevention program T2C = Transition to college Wilson Reading = structured, remedial research- based reading & writing program

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AIM Academy 310 $33,325-$37,090 Grades Conshohocken 1-12 6-8:1 FAO Aimpa.org; 215-483-2461 College-prep program for bright students with learning differences. LD

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ATG Learning Academy 30 , $30,540 Association Method, Warminster; Atglearningacademy.com; Grades K-12 FAO Wilson Reading 5:1 OT, ST 267-803-1751 Remedial language structure program strengthens weak cognitive capacities via computer, auditory & pen-and-paper exercises. COM, LD Benchmark School 173 Grades $31,700-$32,200 Language Media; Benchmarkschool.org; , , ST 1-8 FAO decoding 3:1 610-565-3741 College-prep school for those with dyslexia, dysgraphia, ADHD, auditory processing disorder and other learning differences. LD

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Center School Ages 65 $29,000 OrtonAbington; Centerschoolpa.org; p. 16 FAO Gillingham 6-14 8:1 215-657-2200 Full curriculum for those with average or above-average learning potential and learning differences or a lack of reading and language skills. LD

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Residential, educational, vocational and therapeutic services for children diagnosed with: • Autism spectrum disorders • Intellectual disabilities

• Acquired brain injuries • Neurological and genetic disorders

Our Approved Private Schools offer evidence-based programs with a focus on Applied Behavior Analysis.

Berwyn, PA 1-888-MELMARK www.melmark.org

Andover, MA 978-654-4300 www.melmarkne.org

OUR STUDENTS SAY… “Before The Quaker School, I felt left out and jealous of other students in my class. Now, I can fit in for the first time in my life.”

We are a K-9 school for students with complex learning challenges. We work with students to create a learning plan that allows them to express who they truly are. Many of our students come to us frustrated with some aspect of their current school: maybe they aren't able to keep up in the traditional classroom setting or perhaps making friends has been a challenge. Here at TQS, our students thrive as they discover the confidence to live and learn in a supportive environment.

Caring community where students learn to love school Integrated social development program Research-based teaching interventions Integrated occupational and speech therapy Multi-sensory, experiential learning

FIND OUT IF TQS IS THE RIGHT FIT FOR YOUR FAMILY admissions@quakerschool.org

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Concept School, The 51 Grades Individual $20,750 Westtown; Theconceptschool.org; 6-12 learning 6:1 610-399-1135 Social thinking curric. for those who have difficulty focusing in class, struggle with reading comp. or find social interaction difficult. ASP, LD, PDD Crefeld School 100 Grades $25,586-$28,835 Individualized p. 63 Phila. 19118 7-12 FAO learning 5:1 Crefeld.org; 215-242-5545 Educates the whole child and provides a college-prep, hands-on and experiential curriculum with an emphasis on social justice. ASP, LD Delaware Valley Friends School 160 Grades $36,850-$37,950 OrtonPaoli, PA 5-12 FAO Gillingham 4:1 Dvfs.org; 610-640-4150 National recognized, coed, Quaker college-prep school for bright students who struggle with LDs in reading, writing, math, memory and more. LD Green Valley Academy; Berwyn; 75 Grades ABA, Academic Club, FAO, Greenvalleyacademy.org; FAPE 3-12+ PBIS 10:1 484-568-4409 Scholastic program that incorporates IEPs in low-enrollment classes with nurturing, support and mentoring. ASP, COM, DD, EMO, LD, PDD Hillside School 72 Grades Multisensory $20,960, FAO, Macungie; Hillsideschool.org; , OT, ST FAPE 5-8 approach 8:1 610-967-3701 Rolling admissions at school for bright students with complex learning disabilities. LD Hill Top Preparatory School Grades 72 $39,190 Individual Rosemont OT, ST 5-PG 2:1 FAO academics Hilltopprep.org; 610-527-3230 Serves bright students with complex learning issues including anxiety and difficulty navigating social situations. ASP, COM, LD Main Line Academy Grades Individualized 15 Bala Cynwyd; Mainlineacademy.com; 5-PG instruction 610-617-9121 Serves students diagnosed with learning disabilities, Asperger syndrome, autism or other academic difficulties. ASP, AUT, DD, LD, NI Martin Luther School Ages 200 OT, PT, ST FAPE PBIS Plymouth Mtg.; Silver-springs.org; 5-14 4:1, 5:1 610-825-4440 Provides full-time emotional support; adjacent to residential treatment ctr. for those with serious emotional/behavioral issues. ASP, DD, EMO, PDD New Hope Academy Grades 130 Case-by-case Student progresses Doylestown & Yardley 6-12 2:1 basis, some FAO at own pace Newhopeacademy.net; 215-493-4200 Individualized learning for those who are school-phobic, at-risk or have IEPs, LDs or struggle in a traditional school setting. ASP, EMO, LD, PDD Phelps School, The Grades 110 $25,800-46,800 SPA, Malvern; Thephelpsschool.org; , , 7-PG 5:1 FAO Wilson Reading 610-644-1754 Supplemental academic support in traditional boarding/day program for boys who benefit from a smaller, more nurturing school setting. ASP, LD Quaker School at Horsham, The Grades 62 $13,000-$37,325 Horsham Wilson Reading , OT, ST K-9 4:1 FAO pp. 26, 81 Quakerschool.org; 215-674-2875 Friends-based responsive classrooms with individualized multisensory program for capable children who learn differently. ASP, AUT, COM, LD, PDD Stratford Friends School Grades 75 $36,905-$37,700 OrtonNewtown Sq,; Stratfordfriends.org; , OT, ST K-8 6:1 FAO Gillingham 610-355-9580 Multisensory academics in a Quaker-school setting for students of above-average intelligence with language-based learning differences. LD TALK Institute and School PreK-age 21 FAPE, Newtown Sq. OT, ST Association Method 21 8:4 Private pay Talkinc.org; 610-356-5566 Serves children with severe speech & language disorders in a fully integrated therapeutic & academic 11-month program. AUT, COM, DD, LD, PDD Woodlynde School Grades 265 $15,000-$34,756 Wilson Reading Strafford , , ST p. 83 K-12 9:1 FAO Woodlynde.org; 610-687-9660 Students gain access to caring experts in education, thrive in a nurturing environment & rise to the challenge of a college-prep curriculum. LD

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Celebrating 40 Years of Changing the Lives of K-12 Students Who Learn Differently

assistive technology, we help our students acquire the learning strategies, self-confidence, and selfadvocacy to be successful in all areas of life. Our expert and caring teachers, learning specialists, and school counselors collaborate across disciplines and divisions to shape each student’s educational path and deeply understand each student’s needs.

At Woodlynde School, students thrive in our nurturing environment, benefit from our specialized teaching methods and strategies, rise to the challenge of a college-prep curriculum, and emerge with the tools and self-confidence to be successful in college, career, and life.

For 40 years, Woodlynde School has been changing the lives of students who learn differently. As the region’s leading K-12, co-ed, college-prep school for intelligent, talented students with learning differences, we believe in employing instructional methods, strategies, and programs that are innovative with a purpose. By utilizing multi-sensory, evidence-based teaching methods, differentiated instruction, and

OPEN HOUSE DATES: Oct. 11 • Nov. 8 • Dec. 13 • Jan. 10 Feb. 14 • March 14 • April 11 • May 9 Woodlynde School 445 Upper Gulph Road Strafford, PA 19087 610.687.9660 www.woodlynde.org

Unique Minds Camphill Special School’s mission is to create wholeness for children and youth with developmental disabilities through education, extended family living, and therapy so that they may be better understood, they may more fully unfold their potential, and they may meaningfully participate in life. To learn more visit our website at camphillspecialschool.org.

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Wyncote Academy 50 $26,500 T2C, Melrose Park; Wyncoteacademy.org; Grades , OT, ST 6-12 8:1 FAO Wilson Reading 215-885-2000 Currently located on Gratz College’s Mandell Campus, this college-prep program caters to bright underachievers of potential. ASP, EMO, LD

Schools for Learning Differences/DE Centreville Layton School, 90 $19,000-$27,500 Centreville; Centrevilleschool.org; Grades PreK-12 FAO 5:1 302-571-0230 Rigorous educational experience for students who learn differently. LD

OT, ST

Academic Club, Orton-Gillingham, PBIS

The College School at the Orton-Gillingham, Ages 70 University of Delaware, Newark, FAO, , , PBIS, SPA Collegeschool.udel.edu; private pay 6-14 7:1 OT, ST Wilson Reading 302-831-0222 Individualized program in a lab environment designed to help students with learning differences return to the traditional classroom. COM, LD, PDD Gateway Lab School Wilmington; Gatewaylabschool.org; 302-633-4091

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Charter school that serves students who have struggled to achieve academic success in a traditional classroom environment. ASP, AUT, LD

Pilot School, Inc., The Ages 150 $26,800 Wilmington; Pilotschool.org; 5-14 5:1 FAO 302-478-1740 Serves intellectually capable children with language-based learning differences. LD Positive Outcomes Charter School; Camden Positiveoutcomescs.org; 302-697-8805

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PBIS, Read 180 OT, PT, ST

Charter school provides individualized education to at-risk DE students. ASP, AUT, COM, EMO, LD

Schools for Learning Differences/NJ Bridge Academy, The Ages 70 OrtonLawrenceville FAPE ST Gillingham 8-18 3:1 Banj.org; 609-844-0770 Multisensory curriculum for students with average to above-average intelligence & learning differences like dyslexia, dysgraphia and ADHD. LD Cambridge School, Pennington Lindamood-Bell, 120 Grades $44,598 OT, ST Thecambridgeschool.org; Orton-Gillingham, K-9 FAO 8:1 609-730-9553 Wilson Reading Individualized, multisensory, comprehensive & structured program for bright children who learn differently. LD Lewis School of Princeton Grades $13,250-$36,500 Lindamood-Bell, OT, ST Princeton 195 PreK-PG FAO Wilson Reading Lewisschool.org; 609-924-8120 Multisensory academics for language-based learning difficulties related to dyslexia, auditory processing and ADHD. LD Newgrange School OrtonGrades FAO, FAPE, Hamilton; Thenewgrange.org; 95 OT, PT, ST Gillingham, T2C, 2-12+ private pay 609-584-1800 Wilson Reading Academics including STEM for those with autism, nonverbal communication disorders, learning differences, dyslexia and Asperger’s. LD Orchard Friends School Grades 20 $39,462 Riverton; Orchardfriends.org; OT, ST Orton-Gillingham K-12 2:1 FAO 856-786-1123 Middle States-accredited school dedicated to the education of children with language-based and other LDs. ASP, AUT, HI, LD, NI, PDD, VI

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Open House Dates School • Location • Phone • Website Abington Friends School - Jenkintown, PA 215-576-3950 - www.abingtonfriends.net

After narrowing your school choices, make arrangements to attend open houses. Onsite visits provide an opportunity to experience a school’s culture to determine the best fit for your child.

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AIM Academy - Conshohocken, PA 215-483-2461 - www.aimpa.org

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Archmere Academy - Claymont, DE 302-798-6632 - www.archmereacademy.com

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Benchmark School - Media, PA 610-565-3741 - www.benchmarkschool.org

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Buckingham Friends School - Lahaska, PA 215-794-7491 - www.bfs.org

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Camphill Special School - Glenmoore, PA 610-469-9236 - www.camphillspecialschool.org

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Center School, The - Abington, PA 215-657-2200 - www.centerschoolpa.org

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Crefeld School, The - Phila. 19118 215-242-5545 - www.crefeld.org

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Country Day School of the Sacred Heart Bryn Mawr, PA; 610-527-3915 - www.cdssh.org

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Baldwin School, The - Bryn Mawr, PA 610-525-2700 - www.baldwinschool.org

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Agnes Irwin School - Rosemont, PA 610-525-8400 - www.agnesirwin.com

Archbishop Ryan High School - Phila. 19154 215-637-1800 ext. 281 - www.archbishopryan.com

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Academy of Notre Dame De Namur - Villanova, PA 610-971-0498 - www.ndpa.org/openhouse

Archbishop John Carroll High School - Radnor, PA 610-688-7610 - www.jcarroll.org

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Episcopal Academy, The - Newtown Square, PA 484-424-1444 - www.episcopalacademy.org

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French Int’l School of Phila.- Bala Cynwyd, PA 610-667-1284 - www.frenchschoolphila.org

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Friends School Haverford - Haverford, PA 610-642-2334 - www.friendshaverford.org

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Friends’ Central School - Wynnewood, PA 610-649-7440 - www.friendscentral.org

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George School - Newtown, PA 215-579-6547 - www.georgeschool.org

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Germantown Academy - Ft. Wash, PA; 215-646-3300 www.germantownacademy.net/openhouse

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Gladwyne Montessori - Gladwyne, PA 610-649-1761 - www.gladwyne.org

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Grayson School, The - Broomall, PA 484-428-3241 - www.thegraysonschool.org

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Greene Street Friends School - Phila. 19144 215-438-7545 - www.greenestreetfriends.org Haddonfield Friends School - Haddonfield, NJ 856-429-6786 - www.haddonfieldfriends.org Haverford School, The - Haverford, PA 610-642-3020 - www.haverford.org

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Lansdowne Friends School - Lansdowne, PA 610-623-2548 - www.lansdownefriendsschool.org

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Media Providence Friends School - Media, PA 610-565-1960 - www.mpfs.org

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Miquon School, The - Conshohocken, PA 610-828-1231 - www.miquon.org

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Moorestown Friends School - Moorestown, NJ 856-914-4426 - www.mfriends.org

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Newtown Friends School - Newtown, PA 215-968-2225 - www.newtownfriends.org

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Plumstead Christian School - Chalfont & Plumsteadville, PA; 215-766-8073 - www.pcspa.org

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Primrose School of Royersford - Royersford, PA 610-792-3030 - www.primroseroyersford.com

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Quaker School at Horsham, The - Horsham, PA 215-674-2875 - www.quakerschool.org

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Roman Catholic High School - Phila. 19107 215-627-1270 - www.romancatholichs.com

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Saint Edmond’s Academy - Wilmington, DE 302-475-5370 - www.stedmondsacademy.org

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Saint Mark’s High School - Wilmington, DE 302-738-3300 - www.saintmarkshs.net

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School in Rose Valley, The - Rose Valley, PA 610-566-1088 - www.theschoolinrosevalley.org

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Shipley School, The - Bryn Mawr, PA 610-525-4300 - www.shipleyschool.org

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Solebury School - New Hope, PA 215-862-5261 - www.solebury.org

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Springside Chestnut Hill Academy - Phila. 19118 215-247-7007 - www.sch.org/admissions

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St. Augustine Prep. School - Richland, NJ 856-697-2600 ext. 112 - www.hermits.com

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St. Peter’s School - Phila. 19147 215-925-3963 - www.st-peters-school.org

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Stuart Country Day School of the Sacred Heart Princeton, NJ 609-921-2330 - www.stuartschool.org

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Tower Hill School - Wilmington, DE 302-575-0550 - www.towerhill.org

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Ursuline Academy - Wilmington, DE 302-658-7158 - www.ursuline.org

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St. Mary of the Lakes - Medford, NJ 609-654-2546 - www.smlschool.org

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Waldorf School of Philadelphia, The - Phila. 19144 215-248-1662 - www.phillywaldorf.com

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Westfield Friends School - Cinnaminson, NJ 856-829-0895 - www.westfieldfriends.org

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Westtown School - West Chester, PA 610-399-7900 - www.westtown.edu

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William Penn Charter - Phila. 19144 215-844-3460 ext. 103 - www.penncharter.com

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Wilmington Friends School - Wilmington, DE 302-576-2930 - www.wilmingtonfriends.org

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Woodlynde School - Strafford, PA 610-687-9660 - www.woodlynde.org

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