St. Anthony School Programs

2000 Corporate Drive, Suite 580, Wexford, PA, 15090-0152
St. Anthony School Programs is an inclusive education program for students ages 5-21 with the primary diagnoisis of autism, Down syndrome and other developmental delays. Our program is open to children with special needs of all faiths and is founded on the principle that respect and dignity are as important to the learning process as reading and writing. St. Anthony's operates seven elementary programs, two secondary programs and a post-secondary program located on a college campus. Certified special education teachers offer a curriculum of academic studies, spiritual and moral formaton and daily living skills. Vocational training is emphasized at the secondary and post-secondary levels. Our program emphasizes inclusion and allows each student to participate in regular classes at their host school based on his/her individual abilities. In addition to interacting with their peers in the classroom, our students have the opportunity to participate in all school sponsored activities and extracurricular sports and clubs. St. Anthony's strives to help our students live their lives to their fullest--intellectually, socially, academically, vocationally and spiritually. Explore our website to learn how St. Anthony's is helping special needs children lead happier, well-rounded lives each and every day.

School Overview:

St. Anthony School Programs
School Type Special Education School
School Membership(s) National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Religious Affiliation Roman Catholic
Grades Offered Grades Kindergarten - 12
Offers Post-Graduate Year Yes
Learning Difference Programs Yes
Learning Programs Supported autism, down syndrome, cognitive disabilities
Student Body
Total Students 79 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 20% (PA School Avg.: 19%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 10 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 8:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
Average Class Size 10 students
Classroom dress code Formal
(attire is regulated by the host school)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Tuition Notes Tuition varies based on grade level program. Scholarships and tuition aid are available.

School Notes:

  • Staff student ratio 1:3
  • Located at 10 school sites throughout Allegheny County
  • Elementary Program focuses on inclusion, academics, social skills, daily living skills and moral formation
  • Secondary Program focuses on inclusion, social skills, and transitions into vocational training.
  • Post-Secondary Program focuses on vocational training which includes learning public transportation to create mobility. Students work in job sites with same age job coaches and develop friendships and job skills.

Nearby Schools:

St. Anthony School Programs
Gr. K-12 | 0 mi. away
St Alphonsus School
Gr. PK-8 | 2 mi. away
Bellwood Preschool & Kindergarten
Gr. K | 2.1 mi. away
Eden Christian Academy
Gr. K-7 | 2.2 mi. away
Wexford KinderCare
Gr. Nursery School-PK | 2.3 mi. away
Saint Alexis Catholic School
Gr. PK-8 | 2.5 mi. away

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