Safe Haven School
Tel:
(847) 604-3903
Safe Haven School provides a psychologically and physically safe, nurturing, therapeutic environment for children who have severe emotional disturbances, learning disabilities, autism, and/or other health impairment.
We do this by fostering each childs academic, emotional, and social growth.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: 7-12
- Students: 47 students
- Yearly Tuition: $52,000
- Acceptance rate: 32%
- Average class size: 7 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
Safe Haven School places among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
- Category Attribute
- Acceptance Rate Lowest average acceptance rates
- Advanced Degrees Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees
School Overview
School Type | Special Education School |
Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
Grades Offered | Grades 7-12 |
ADD/ADHD Support | Yes |
Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
Learning Programs Supported | Reading, Writing, Math, Executive Functioning |
Year Founded | 2010 |
Summer School Offered | Yes |
Student Body
Total Students | 47 students |
Student Body Type | Co-ed |
% Students of Color | 11% State avg.: 31% |
Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers | 10 teachers |
Student : Teacher Ratio | 5:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 80% |
Average Class Size | 7 students |
Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
Yearly Tuition Cost | $52,000 |
Acceptance Rate | 32% National avg.: 85% |
Admissions Director | Sherry Smith |
Admissions Associate | Holly Schaefer |
School Notes
- Safe Haven School is a therapeutic day school designed to meet the unique needs of children and youth with internalizing behaviors, defined as negative,
- problematic behaviors directed toward the self. Children who exhibit these behaviors often experience severe anxiety, depression and fear, feelings that can be
- exacerbated by the sights, sounds and social dynamics of a typical school setting.Their self-harm behaviors are often the result of physical or emotional trauma,
- or symptoms of a range of underlying conditions including bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, Aspergers syndrome and other psychosocial
- disorders. With small classrooms, differentiated instruction, and a lovingly cultivated culture of support, community and respect, Safe Haven School offers a needed
- alternative for students with internalizing behaviors. When given the emotional resources they need in a safe, calm and accepting environment, students are able to
- develop the confidence and coping mechanisms they need to manage their negative emotions. Safe Haven School is not a permanent placement, but rather a
- temporary environment where students can go to heal, learn, and develop skills and strategies for coping with their emotional and psychological challenges.
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School Reviews
5 Safe Haven has an atmosphere of kindness and acceptance. Students build self esteem and confidence as they learn to cope skills and make friends. It is a very nurturing environment. - Posted by Teacher - SCox |
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