Garfield Park Academy
Tel: (609)877-4111
- 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 (2018-19)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Students: 160 students
- Average class size: 9 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 160 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 80% State avg.: 30% |
| 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 |
Nearby Private Schools
- The nearest high school to Garfield Park Academy is Islamic Academy of Burlington County, Inc. (1.9 miles away)
- The nearest elementary school is Primary Colors Learning Center (0.3 miles away)
- The nearest preschool is Primary Colors Learning Center (0.3 miles away)
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- School Location Miles Grades Students
- WillingboroPrimary Colors Learning CenterDaycare / PreschoolGrades: PK-K | 18 students
0.3 miles
Po Box 797
Willingboro, NJ 08046
(609)877-3200 0.3 PK-K
18 - WillingboroPope John Paul Ii Regional School(Roman Catholic)Grades: PK-8 | 187 students
1.3 miles
11 S Sunset Rd
Willingboro, NJ 08046
(609)877-2144 1.3 PK-8
187 - WillingboroCathedral Of Love Christian SchoolDaycare / Preschool (Christian)Grades: PK-K | 48 students
1.4 miles
139 Beverly Rancocas Rd
Willingboro, NJ 08046
(609)877-9377 1.4 PK-K
48 - Burlington Grades: NS-PK
1.5 miles
2004 Salem Rd.
Burlington, NJ 08016
(609)871-2110 1.5 NS-PK
n/a - RancocasRancocas Friends SchoolDaycare / Preschool (Friends)Grades: PK-K | 9 students
1.6 miles
Po Box 104
Rancocas, NJ 08073
(609)267-1265 1.6 PK-K
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