Oakwood School
Oakwood School offers an exceptional learning environment for 1st -8th grade students with dyslexia, ADHD, and other language based learning differences.
Our expert team meets students where they are, nurturing strengths, remediating areas of need and equipping each child with strategies to succeed and build confidence.
This unique approach transforms the lives of our students as they recognize their endless possibilities.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Top Ranked VA School
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 105 students
- Yearly Tuition: $43,600
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Oakwood School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild to Moderate Learning Differences including Dyslexia, ADHD, Dycalculia, Executive Functioning
Year Founded
1971
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
105 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
95%
Average Class Size
12 students
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 15 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$43,600
% on Financial Aid
15%
Admissions Director
Muriel Jedlicka
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Art, Choir Club, Fitness Club, High School Placement Test Prep, Robotics, STEAM
Art, Choir Club, Fitness Club, High School Placement Test Prep, Robotics, STEAM
School Notes
- Oakwood School promotes a multisensory educational program in which students with learning differences are guided to achieve their unique academic and social potential in a nurturing community environment.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Oakwood School cost?
Oakwood School's tuition is approximately $43,600 for private students.
Does Oakwood School offer a summer program?
Yes, Oakwood School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What is Oakwood School's ranking?
Oakwood School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Oakwood School?
The application deadline for Oakwood School is Jan. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
School Reviews
5 2/14/2022
We are absolutely thrilled with Oakwood! After struggling through the public school system for many years, we knew our bright, curious and yet frustrated daughter needed a school that knew how to teach her the way she needed to learn. Small classroom sizes, multisensory learning, and a focus on giving our daughter tools and techniques for a lifetime of successful learning have not only ensured she has learned the content, but it has brought back the excitement for learning! And, the positive atmosphere -- administration, teachers, and peers -- has helped build her confidence as a good student.
5 11/2/2018
After 8 years at Oakwood, my son recently started 9th grade at an area college prep school. Although I already thought the world of Oakwood, I was thrilled and amazed to see how well prepared he was for high school. I am now able to "norm" his skill level against "typically developing" students, and am so grateful to realize his abilities are certainly on par with, and in many areas beyond, those of his peers. Oakwood is an excellent educational experience for any student. We initially went to Oakwood to protect my son's self-image and grow his confidence as he learned to cope with his learning differences, and we ended up with a strong learner well-equipped to handle the demands of a college prep curriculum.
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