Wayside Academy

1 Frederick Abbott Way, Framingham, MA, 01701-0175
Tel: (508)786-9424
Grades: 7 - 12 | 27 students
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Wayside is dedicated to achieving the highest standards of quality and integrity in providing cutting edge education for youth which continue to struggle emotionally and academically. Through partnerships with family/guardians, certified special educators and licensed clinicians, Wayside Academy effectively addresses the complex needs of youth. Wayside Academy has demonstrated a strong success rate with MCAS achievement, stabilization of the learning process, credit acceleration, much improved student self esteem and commitment to learning. Our success comes through a blend of family support, emphasis on strength in social pragmatics, and strong educational services for building strength, hope and resiliency in youth, families and communities.

School Overview:
Wayside Academy
School Type Special Education School
School Membership(s) Council for Exceptional Children
Other school association(s)
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades 7 - 12
Learning Difference Programs Yes
Learning Programs Supported Specific Learning Impairments, Non Verbal Learning Disabilities
Student Body
Total Students 27 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 21% (MA School Avg.: 24%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 4 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 7:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
Average Class Size 7 students
Classroom dress code Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Admissions Director Lynne C Bennett Principal, Special Education Director
Sports
Total Sports Offered 7 sports
Sports
Baseball Basketball
Dance Flag Football
Soccer Softball
Volleyball

School Notes:

  • Wayside Academy is an approved special education school for young adults, grades 7-12, who require therapeutic support in order to achieve. Wayside Academy also provides a Work Study program so students can generalize their social pragmatics in more realistic situation, yet receiving the coaching, guidance and support for immediate success.

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Nearby Schools:

Wayside Academy
Gr. 7-12 | 0 mi. away
The Kiddie Lodge Nursery And Kindergarten School
Gr. Nursery/Preschool-PK | 0.8 mi. away
Metro West Jewish Day School
Gr. K-7 | 1.1 mi. away
CCLC of Framingham
Gr. Nursery School-PK | 1.5 mi. away
Barat Montessori School
Gr. PK-K | 1.9 mi. away
Framingham KinderCare
Gr. Nursery School-PK | 2.1 mi. away

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