Delaware Valley Friends School

19 E Central Ave, Paoli, PA, 19301-0193 - View a map of this schoolMap

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Since 1986, Delaware Valley Friends School has pioneered secondary Quaker education for students in grades 7-12 who have learning differences. The 209 students who attend DVFS experience a co-educational, college-preparatory curriculum where innovative teaching techniques are a hallmark. DVFS students are like their prep-school peers; they are bright, motivated and talented. They are also courageous, flexible, innovative, and know the true meaning of perseverance in the face of dyslexia and attention deficit disorder. Small class sizes, cutting edge technology, and concentrated attention on skill-building provide DVFS students with the foundation to excel in higher education. Quaker beliefs and values shape the fabric of daily life at DVFS. A fundamental optimism and caring respect underlie all interpersonal interactions. The Friends educational approach, as well as innovative teaching, are replicated during the Summer Program (June 30 to August 1, 2008), which features one-on-one tutorials, art classes and intensive instruction to advance reading and writing skills. Delaware Valley Friends School is located at 19 East Central Avenue in Paoli, within walking distance of the R5 Train Station. Please call 610-640-4150 x2160 for more information or visit www.dvfs.org. ...

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School Overview:

 
Delaware Valley Friends School
School Type Special Education School
School Membership(s) Friends Council on Education (FCE)
Association of Delaware Valley Independent Schools (ADVIS)
National Association of Independent Schools
Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA)
National Association of Independent Schools
Religious Affiliation Friends
Grades Offered Grades 6 - 12
Programs for Learning Differences Yes
Learning Differences Supported Learning Differences,Dyslexia, Executive Functioning,ADD, AD/HD, Dysgraphia
Year Founded 1986
County Chester County, PA
Student Body
Total Students 207 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
This School
(PA) School Avg.
% Students of Color 8% 25%
Students by Grade
Grade 7 - 12 students
Grade 8 - 14 students
Grade 9 - 56 students
Grade 10 - 51 students
Grade 11 - 40 students
Grade 12 - 34 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 48 teachers
Average Class Size 6
List of Courses Offered Link to List of Courses
Classroom dress code Casual
This School
(PA) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio 1:5 * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year 168 days 180 days
Hours in School Day for Students 7 hours 6 hours
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $33,400
% on Financial Aid 25%
Head of School Katherine Schantz
Admissions Director Jeannie Bowman
Admissions Associate Kathy Wynn
Sport
Total Sports Offered 6
 
Sports
BasketballCross Country
GolfLacrosse
SoccerTennis

School Notes:

  • Since 1986, Delaware Valley Friends School has pioneered secondary Quaker education for students in grades 7-12 who have learning differences. The 209 students who attend DVFS experience a co-educational, college-preparatory curriculum where innovative teaching techniques are a hallmark.
  • DVFS students are like their prep-school peers; they are bright, motivated and talented. They are also courageous, flexible, innovative, and know the true meaning of perseverance in the face of dyslexia and attention deficit disorder. Small class sizes, cutting edge technology, and concentrated attention on skill-building provide DVFS students with the foundation to excel in higher education.
  • Quaker beliefs and values shape the fabric of daily life at DVFS. A fundamental optimism and caring respect underlie all interpersonal interactions. The Friends educational approach, as well as innovative teaching, are replicated during the Summer Program (June 30 to August 1, 2008), which features one-on-one tutorials, art classes and intensive instruction to advance reading and writing skills.
  • Delaware Valley Friends School is located at 19 East Central Avenue in Paoli, within walking distance of the R5 Train Station. Please call 610-640-4150 x2160 for more information or visit www.dvfs.org.
  • Profile last updated: 04/13/2009

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School Zip Statistics:

About This Zipcode (19301)
School Zip (19301)
(PA) State Average
Population (Approximate) 6,804 people 12,280,267 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree 58% 22%
Population Average Age 42 years old 37 years old
Average Household size 2.4 persons 2.4 persons
Median Household Income $67,464 $43,232
Avg. # of Rooms in Household 6.8 rooms 5.9 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure 47 years old 51 years old
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