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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 Facts (2026)

School Type: Special Education School
Grades: Kindergarten-12
Enrollment: 140 students
Average class size: 9 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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School Overview

School Type

Special Education School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Private Special Education Centers
Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools
ASAH Private Special Education

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-12

Summer School Offered

Yes

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Student Body

Total Students

140 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

83%

State avg.: 40%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

23 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

9 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

Online Application

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Special Education School
Grades: Kindergarten-12
Enrollment: 140 students
Average class size: 9 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Burlington County, NJ is $8,135 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Burlington County, NJ is 82% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).