Chelsea School
Chelsea School educates promising students with specific language-based learning differences in a rigorous, individualized college preparatory environment to become lifelong, independent learner.
Quick Stats (2021)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 5-12
- Students: 63 students
- Yearly Tuition: $37,357
- Average class size: 6 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Language-learning based learning disabilties
Year Founded
1976
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
63 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
82%
State avg.: 37%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
6 students
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$37,357
Tuition Notes
Financial aid is available. Please contact the admissions office for inquiries.
Admissions Director
Deborah Lourie
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
School Notes
- Chelsea School is a non-profit, non-public school for students with learning differences. Chelsea School is located in Hyattsville, MD, and serves students from the DC Metro Area. Our students are middle school and high school students (grades 5-12) with language-based learning differences and ADD/ADHD.Our faculty and staff includes dedicated teachers who are certified in special education and/or their specific content area. Our curriculum is designed to prepare students for the rigors of college-level courses and includes small group instruction, and remedial tutorials, as well as access to speech-language therapy, occupational therapy and counseling.
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School Reviews
5 11/20/2020
Chelsea School is exceptionally good and successful in its education of LD students, especially those with dyslexia and ADHD. The administration & teachings staff are dedicated, patient, creative, and supportive of students & parents. Students evolve into self-confident, capable individuals who college-ready if they so chose that path. Extracurricular activities are diverse and interesting, with a history of success in its sports programs, & annually students are recognized for their academic & extracurricular success. Chelsea is without a doubt a remarkable school with a positive learning environment & proven success.
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