Our mission is to provide extraordinary educational opportunities to children with language-based learning disabilities such as dyslexia (reading), dysgraphia (writing), and dyscalculia (math), utilizing research based intervention strategies and an arts-based learning environment that is college preparatory in scope and sequence and to develop a center for educational excellence and professional development to disseminate best practices to educators by providing access to the latest research-based curriculum, technology, and training.
Club or Organization: Entrepreneurship, Eye to Eye Mentorship, First LEGO League Team, FRC (First Robotics Competition), FTC (First Technology Competition) Robotics, Global Competency and Social Sustainability, Homework Club, Horseback Riding Lessons, Junior Model UN, Media Arts, Student Council, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs: Art and Design Club, Drama Society, Improv, The Moon- Arts Magazine, Young Actors/Drama Club, Young Playwrights
Recreational Athletic Programs: Fencing, Flag Football, Girls on the Run, Karate, Ski Club, Strength and fitness, Yoga
School Notes
AIM Academy was created with the belief that children with
language based learning disabilities can and will thrive in a
rigorous academic setting when they are taught by a highly
committed, experienced and creative faculty who have ongoing access
to the latest research, best practices, technological resources,
and experts in their field. We dedicate ourselves to putting
research into practice every day. Our students thrive in classrooms
that offer multi-sensory and experiential learning and our programs
are designed to foster self-esteem and social responsibility. Their
academic and intellectual development is further enhanced by an
array of extracurricular activities and enrichment in the arts,
athletics and community service. It is our goal, that upon
graduation, our students are prepared for the challenges,
complexities and choices available to them at university and
beyond. Curiosity, collaboration, compassion, confidence and
critical thinking are their tools for success.
Grades: 1-8 | 184 students10.6 miles 2107 North Providence Road Media, PA 19063 (610) 565-3741
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School Reviews
5.00 out of 5(5 reviews)
54/27/2020
My son has been at AIM for 2 years (and 3 summers). He is in the 6th grade. We could not be more impressed with the quality of teachers and the community as a whole. My son has gone from feeling that he's not smart to striving to do well with the goal of going to college and believing in himself. The core subjects are taught so the kids advance in the areas they have weakness but also thrive in the areas of their strengths. During the distance learning AIM is holding on-line courses throughout the day (and special/fun clubs) to keep the kids learning, engaged and focused. The pivot that AIM did in taking their incredible program on-line in literally days is so impressive. The committed faculty and staff really care about these kids and that they continue to learn. We could not be happier with our AIM Experience and highly recommend to anyone who considers this school.
- Posted by Parent - Parent of AIM Student
54/17/2020
This is my daughters first year at AIM. It has been really wonderful for her. She has so much confidence now. She felt very defeated in her old school because she has an auditory processing issue and they just didn't know what to do with her so they would generally give up and so would she. We had tutors for everything for years because she missed so much in classes. I am horrified by what we spent and the time that was wasted for her having to learn and relearn. At AIM she doesn't need tutors because the classroom teaching style is so supportive. When she started at AIM, she could barely write a couple sentences without assistance. In less than four months at AIM she wrote an eight-page story. She works very hard, but the classes are fun and engaging and she really wants to do well. Teachers are excellent. No one is doing what they are doing there and seeing the gains in these kids. This was the best choice we could have made. She was so welcomed by the kids even though she transferred in middle school. We all feel very lucky. It's a long drive but very worth it for us.
- Posted by Parent - Amy Lynn
54/17/2020
AIM will be a transformative experience for your child. This school has it all. The teachers are capable and loving. They want to challenge your child, but they are more interested in teaching your child to learn. There is a universal support system for kids that have learning issues like dyslexia, dysgraphia, ADHD and some processing disorders. They have seen it all, so they know how to deal with it. Additionally, they work very hard at creating a sense of community and want the students to grow. The trips both field trips and traveling trips are an amazing part of the curriculum. The kids explore, bond, and grow as students outside of the classroom. The teachers are like gifts that keep giving. They care, and the students grow to love them. How often have you experienced that? Schools like AIM are rare. Do not think twice. Each year at another school is another emotionally wasted year at another school.
- Posted by Parent - parent
512/26/2017
My son moved to AIM during winter break of his freshman year. Suffering from Dysgraphia, a deficiency in written expression, Tyler is now a senior, co-captain of the varsity basketball and soccer teams and fully engaged and ready for college. He is able to express himself with more clarity and has enjoyed the smaller classrooms and unique way of learning AIM has provided.Their recruiting of a trained faculty staff and continuous goal to find better ways to prepare its students has been rewarding for Tyler and my family. AIM's campus atmosphere is contagious in all the right ways.My father loved to tell me that the shiniest diamonds are found in your backyard. AIM shines brightest for us.Maybe it can for your family too.
- Posted by Parent - Garry Sklut
53/16/2017
As a former AIM student, I am extremely proud to be a part of a community as close as AIMs. Each and every teacher knows every student on both an academic and personal level, allowing classroom learning and participating to be much more comfortable and encouraging than at a larger school. AIM has opened many doors for me and has taught me many valuable learning skills, and techniques that I am currently able to apply at the college level. I thank AIM for the skills I have learned, the friends I have made and the opportunities/experiences I had that one simply couldn't find at any other school.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Class of 2016 Student
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