Alternative Paths Training School–staff/fred is a nonsectarian, co–ed special education school serving grades 1 through 12 in the suburban midsize community of Fredericksburg, VA.
Founded in 2002, the school enrolls 72 students with a student–teacher ratio of 7:1 supported by 10 teachers.
The student body includes approximately 44% students of color, reflecting diversity within this Fredericksburg special education program.
The school is a member of the National Independent Private Schools Association, indicating its participation in a broader private school network.
/fred provides private special education services in the Fredericksburg suburb with program sizes smaller than many local schools.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 72 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
72 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
44%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
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When is the application deadline for Alternative Paths Training School -staff/fred?
The application deadline for Alternative Paths Training School -staff/fred is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Alternative Paths Training School -staff/fred vs. f404 The Gladys H Oberle School
The nearest high school and elementary school to Alternative Paths Training School -staff/fred is f404 The Gladys H Oberle School (0.8 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Childrens House Of Old Town Montessori School (0.7 miles away)
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Childrens House Of Old Town Montessori School
Montessori School
312 Sophia St
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(540) 373-0093
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(540) 373-0093
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 10 students
404 Willis Street
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(540) 372-6710
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(540) 372-6710
0.8 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 46 students Avg. class size: 4 students Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Kids' Station powered by KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
1100 Sam Perry Blvd
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(540) 371-1686
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(540) 371-1686
1.3 miles
Gr: NS-PK
Ferry Farm Baptist Church Preschool/kindergarten ![Ferry Farm Baptist Church Preschool/kindergarten Photo]( "Ferry Farm Baptist Church Preschool/kindergarten Photo")
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
1 Westmoreland Dr
Fredericksburg, VA 22405
(540) 373-5982
Fredericksburg, VA 22405
(540) 373-5982
1.8 miles
Gr: NS-K Avg. class size: 12 students
Fredericksburg Christian School - Lower School
(Christian)
2231 Jefferson Davis Hwy
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(540) 373-5357
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(540) 373-5357
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 383 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
404 Willis Street
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(540) 372-6710
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(540) 372-6710
0.8 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 46 students Avg. class size: 4 students Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
111 Olde Greenwich Drive
Fredericksburg, VA 22408
(540) 360-1463
Fredericksburg, VA 22408
(540) 360-1463
1.9 miles
Gr: 6-12 Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
10800 Academy Drive
Fredericksburg, VA 22408
(540) 898-0020
Fredericksburg, VA 22408
(540) 898-0020
3.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 326 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Faith Baptist School
(Baptist)
4105 Plank Rd
Fredericksburg, VA 22407
(540) 786-4953
Fredericksburg, VA 22407
(540) 786-4953
3.5 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 390 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 4
Faith Christian Academy
(Christian)
10606 Benchmark Rd
Fredericksburg, VA 22408
(540) 899-2356
Fredericksburg, VA 22408
(540) 899-2356
3.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 42 students Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
404 Willis Street
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(540) 372-6710
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(540) 372-6710
0.8 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 46 students Avg. class size: 4 students Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Fredericksburg Christian School - Lower School
(Christian)
2231 Jefferson Davis Hwy
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(540) 373-5357
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(540) 373-5357
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 383 students
111 Olde Greenwich Drive
Fredericksburg, VA 22408
(540) 360-1463
Fredericksburg, VA 22408
(540) 360-1463
1.9 miles
Gr: 6-12 Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
10800 Academy Drive
Fredericksburg, VA 22408
(540) 898-0020
Fredericksburg, VA 22408
(540) 898-0020
3.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 326 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Faith Baptist School
(Baptist)
4105 Plank Rd
Fredericksburg, VA 22407
(540) 786-4953
Fredericksburg, VA 22407
(540) 786-4953
3.5 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 390 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 4
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Location
Miles
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Childrens House Of Old Town Montessori School
Montessori School
312 Sophia St
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(540) 373-0093
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(540) 373-0093
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 10 students
Kids' Station powered by KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
1100 Sam Perry Blvd
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(540) 371-1686
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(540) 371-1686
1.3 miles
Gr: NS-PK
Ferry Farm Baptist Church Preschool/kindergarten ![Ferry Farm Baptist Church Preschool/kindergarten Photo]( "Ferry Farm Baptist Church Preschool/kindergarten Photo")
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
1 Westmoreland Dr
Fredericksburg, VA 22405
(540) 373-5982
Fredericksburg, VA 22405
(540) 373-5982
1.8 miles
Gr: NS-K Avg. class size: 12 students
Fredericksburg Christian School - Lower School
(Christian)
2231 Jefferson Davis Hwy
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(540) 373-5357
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(540) 373-5357
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 383 students
Kids Station II powered by KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
919 Maple Grove Dr
Fredericksburg, VA 22407
(833) 905-3276
Fredericksburg, VA 22407
(833) 905-3276
3 miles
Gr: NS-PK
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