Havern School
For more than a half-century, it has been our mission to help K-8 students who struggle with diagnosed learning disabilities to become confident learners who will leave Havern with the skills to continue to succeed in life far beyond our hallways.
Through specialized, small group instruction and integrated therapies, our highly-skilled and compassionate teachers and therapists offer a comprehensive and collaborative team approach to addressing the complex learning needs of our student body.
We offer a 4:1 student to teacher ratio and welcome students with learning disorders including Expressive Language Disorder, Receptive Language Disorder, Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia, and Dyslexia.
Our program also addresses learning difficulties related to ADHD, executive functioning, processing speed, working memory, and gross and fine motor skills.
We are pleased that you have found us as you search for the best possible options for educating your child and hope that you will take the opportunity to learn more about our very unique school.
Quick Stats (2022)
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Students: 95 students
- Yearly Tuition: $30,500
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Havern School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Extracurriculars
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Dyslexia/Dyscalculia/Language-based and more
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
95 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 25%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$30,500
Tuition Notes
Tuition includes speech-language and occupational therapy.
% on Financial Aid
36%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$10,847
Admissions Director
Wendi Berardi
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
16 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Art Club, Early, Gardening Club, Girls on the Run, Homework, LEGO, Science Club, Sewing Club, Sports Club, StudentCouncil, Variety
Arts and Music Programs:
Art, Choir
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Basketball, Rock Climbing, Ski
Art Club, Early, Gardening Club, Girls on the Run, Homework, LEGO, Science Club, Sewing Club, Sports Club, StudentCouncil, Variety
Arts and Music Programs:
Art, Choir
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Basketball, Rock Climbing, Ski
School Notes
- Since 1966, Havern has provided a caring, vibrant community where children with learning disabilities can reach their full academic potential. Our 13-acre hilltop campus serves an average of 95 students every year who experience challenges such as ADHD, expressive and receptive language disorders, dyscalculia, dysgraphia, dyslexia, executive function, processing speed, visual skills, gross and fine motor sensory processing disorders and working memory impairments. Some Havern students have a medical diagnosis or syndrome that includes learning disabilities. Most of our teachers hold advanced degrees and certifications in the field. 100 percent of our students, who come from more than 48 zip codes, receive research-based instruction in language arts, mathematics, science, social studies and fine arts. In addition, we offer digital learning, drama, art, music and social skills instruction. For the past several years, Havern boasts a 100 percent high school graduation rate for its students, compared to an average of 77.3 percent for all students across the state of Colorado. We are a member of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) and the Association of Colorado Independent Schools (ACIS).
Source: Verified school update
School Reviews
5 2/24/2020
My daughter has attended Havern for the last 8 years. She has made great strides and loves going to school, her teachers and the friends she had made. There is nothing like it in Colorado, as they provide a small group learning environment with integrated speech, occupational and social skills therapies. It is a great community and a wonderful environment for kids to learn, gain confidence and necessary life skills. I highly recommend checking it out if your child is struggling in their current school.
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