Woodlynde School

445 Upper Gulph Road, Strafford, PA, 19087-0190
Woodlynde is one of the oldest and most successful independent, college preparatory schools, grades K-12, in the Philadelphia area for students with diverse learning styles.  Located in Wayne/Strafford, PA, Woodlynde offers a multi-sensory and differentiated approach to individual learning needs while offering a challenging academic curriculum, a competitive and inclusive athletic program, as well as comprehensive art, music, and drama programs. 100% of the graduates are accepted to a college of their choice. For information, please visit www.woodlynde.org.

School Overview:

Woodlynde School
School Type School with Special Program Emphasis
School Membership(s) Association of Delaware Valley Independent Schools (ADVIS)
Pennsylvania Association of Independent Schools (PAIS)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades Kindergarten - 12
Learning Difference Programs Yes
Learning Programs Supported • Serving students with a variety of common learning differences, Executive Function Disorder, ADHD, Auditory Processing Disorder, math-based learning differences or students who need smaller classes and a more structured environment for academic suc
Year Founded 1976
Student Body
Total Students 255 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 13% (PA School Avg.: 19%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 80 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 4:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree 10%
Number of AP Courses 2 courses
Classroom dress code Formal
(School Uniform)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
% on Financial Aid 29%
Admissions Director Dorinda Shank
Admissions Associate Abbey Leaman
Sports
Total Sports Offered 8 sports
Sports
Basketball Cross Country
Golf Lacrosse
Soccer Softball
Tennis Volleyball
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurriculars 6 extracurriculars
Extracurriculars
Drama Art
Athletics School Newspaper
Yearbook and Community Service

School Notes:

  • Woodlynde School is an independent co-educational day school located in Strafford, PA. It is one of the oldest and most successful college prep programs for students in grades one through twelve with learning differences in the Philadelphia area. Woodlynde offers the learning strategies that will help students navigate their education and provides them with a repertoire of specific skills and confidence that will empower them as learners. At Woodlynde there are many avenues to experience success in and out of the classroom. Small class size and multi-sensory instruction, including assistive technology, enables students to achieve their potential, with 100% of Woodlynde graduates receiving acceptance to a college of their choice. Woodlynde students have the opportunity to participate in AP courses as well as the National Honor Society. The school also offers competitive athletics programs for boys and girls beginning in grade five. Outstanding programs in music, drama, art, photography, and technology are also available.

  • Profile last updated: 03/20/2013

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Nearby Schools:

Woodlynde School
Gr. K-12 | 0 mi. away
Armenian Sisters Academy
Gr. PK-8 | 0 mi. away
Goddard School
Gr. K | 0.4 mi. away
Our Lady Of The Assumption School
Gr. K | 0.6 mi. away
Heritage School
Gr. PK-K | 0.8 mi. away
Devon Preparatory School
Gr. 6-12 | 0.9 mi. away

View all schools in: Strafford, Chester County, Zip 19087

School Reviews:

  • Recommended October 27,2012 - This school changed my daughter''s life. They helped to actualize her potential and learn to think of herself as the smart, competant student that she really is. Watching her find her strengths and try on different roles has been such a joy for us.*-Posted by Parent *
  • Recommended October 27,2012 - My son attends Woodlynde, and for the first time he "loves" going to school. He comes home and asks to do his homework. The staff goes above and beyond to support whatever it is your child needs to be successful and enjoy learning. The faculty profile impressed me with their high degrees of education, experience, and multiple specialties. The kids are Woodlynde are 100% College bound, college ready! That''s more than most schools can boast. Most of all...I have a child who is intellectually curious, and he is challenged in areas he''s strong in, and they work with him on any subjects he''s weak in. If he doesn''t learn it one way, they teach him using a different method until it "clicks." And it will "click" at Woodlynde! Our family is at peace knowing our son is at such a great school!*-Posted by Parent *

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