Garfield Park Academy
Garfield Park Academy is a division of the Therapeutic Learning Center, Inc. In 1992, known only as The Therapeutic Learning Center (TLC), the school opened its doors and began accepting students in the beginning of 1993.
Conveniently located in the heart of Willingboro Township in Burlington County, NJ, the Therapeutic Learning Center began with one student and occupied one rented classroom in the Garfield Park Elementary School.
Before long, enrollment jumped to 75 and more classrooms were rented from the Willingboro Township School District.
We offer a positive and friendly atmosphere where students can learn and advance their education.
We believe that our therapeutic program, combined with traditional academics and preparation for college or the vocations enhances the chances of students with emotional and social challenges to succeed in an educational environment and in life.
Garfield Park Academy is approved by the New Jersey Department of Education as an Alternative School.
The Clinic is also approved to operate under the approval of the New Jersey Department of Education.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Top Ranked NJ School
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
- Students: 160 students
- Average class size: 9 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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Garfield Park Academy places among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
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Attribute
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-12
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
160 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
80%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
9 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
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The nearest elementary school is Pope John Paul Ii Regional School (1.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Primary Colors Learning Center (0.3 miles away)
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Grades
Students
Grades: 1-12 | 45 students 19.7 miles 800 North Road
Pennington, NJ 08534
(609) 566-6000
Pennington, NJ 08534
(609) 566-6000
19.7
1-12
45
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