Lakeside School
A comprehensive therapeutic school
Students
Lakeside School accepts regular and special education students in grades 6–12 who need a small, structured and nurturing therapeutic environment where academic success is a priority. Student eligibility criteria include a willingness and ability to commit to following the structure of the program, basic skill levels above third grade and no need of physical intervention on a regular basis to maintain the safety of self and others.
Programs
- Middle-School
- High School
- Learning Support
- Emotional and Behavioral Support
Services and Features
Educational
- Academic curriculum approved by the PA Department of Education that meets state graduation requirements
- Variety of classes taught by certified teachers to match students’ interests and ability levels
- Small class size
- Special education support and services
- Learning and emotional support classes with direct instruction
- Individualized academic planning and advisement
- Preparation for Keystone Exams and PSSA’s
Therapeutic
- A credentialed counselor assigned to each student
- Individual and group counseling
- Counselors who facilitate regular communication between home and school, and assist students in setting and achieving goals
- Individualized treatment planning
- A comprehensive behavior management system with motivational system of recognition and rewards
Parent Involvement
- Parental participation in Enrollment Conference
- Weekly parent contact and consultation
- Regular Parent-Staff Conferences
- Online student information system (PowerSchool) to monitor grades and progress
Other Features
- Staff dedicated to a holistic team approach with a primary focus on being trauma informed and brain based in all aspects of their work with students
- Facility dogs – Boomerang, Cobalt, Presto, and Yen
- Field trips for learning and rewards
- Individualized transition planning
- Full service cafeteria for breakfast and lunch at no cost to students
- Transportation services
- Full time nurse on campus
- On and off campus work-study experiences
- Community Service opportunities
- Intramural Sports
- A beautiful, serene 40-acre campus that features generous classroom space, a gymnasium and athletic fields, cafeteria, greenhouse, lake, and outdoor pool
Location
111 Chestnut Lane, North Wales, PA 19454
(Horsham Township)
To Learn More
If you are interested in learning more about Lakeside School or scheduling a visit and tour of our campus, please contact Meredith Klinger at 215-542-7737 ext. 2112 or by email.
