Glenwood Academy
Quick Stats (2023)
- Top Ranked MD School
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 61 students
- Yearly Tuition: $24,000
- Acceptance rate: 40%
- Average class size: 8 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Glenwood Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:
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School Notes
- Glenwood Academy empowers students with language-based learning disabilities: such as, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, dyslexia, and language processing difficulties through a multi-sensory, developmental, language-intensive curriculum. Private specialists integrate the skills taught within the classroom setting. They work as a team with the classroom teachers to provide the best language intensive education possible! Our Project-focused curriculum integrates academic rigor with cutting-edge technologies. We can only accomplish this by limiting our class size to 10. ALL of our students discover his or her individual potential for greatness!
- Staff utilizes a researched-based multisensory curriculum. Faculty must be trained in Orton-Gillingham Plus Reading Approach by Fran Bowman;Visualizing and Verbalizing by Nancy Bell; and The Language Circle/Project Read Written Expression curriculum called "Framing Your Thoughts".
- Private specialists (Reading, Speech/Lang, O.T.) work in tandem with classroom teachers to provide an optimal language intensive program.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Glenwood Academy cost?
Glenwood Academy's tuition is approximately $24,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Glenwood Academy?
The acceptance rate of Glenwood Academy is 40%, which is lower than the national average of 82%. Glenwood Academy's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Maryland with low acceptance rates.
Does Glenwood Academy offer a summer program?
Yes, Glenwood Academy offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What is Glenwood Academy's ranking?
Glenwood Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Glenwood Academy?
The application deadline for Glenwood Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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