The Day School At Childrens Institute Pittsburgh

1405 Shady Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15217
www.amazingkids.org

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Quick Facts (2026-27)

School Rankings

The Day School At Childrens Institute Pittsburgh ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Inquire with school
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Autism Support, Multiple Disabilities Support
Year Founded
1902
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
187 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 27%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
7 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
List of Courses Offered

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Parent Education/Information Groups


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Special Olympics

School Notes

  • At The Children's Institute of Pittsburgh, our mission is: To Heal. To Teach. To Empower. To Amaze.
  • Every student learns differently, so our expert Educational Services team at The Children's Institute has designed specialized programs to fit a variety of needs and to help students reach their full potential.
  • Our ability to provide expert educational services to students with a wide variety of needs makes our programs as unique as the students we serve.
  • The Children`s Institute welcomes new students throughout the school year.
  • We invite parents/guardians and school districts to learn more about which program may be the right fit for your student.
We are dedicated to providing an extraordinary learning experience for each individual`s unique needs and enabling our students ages 5-21 to achieve their maximum potential. Our expert team of highly qualified professionals offer instruction based on best practices in special education, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), and trauma-informed approaches.

We provide the following educational opportunities at our location in the Squirrel Hill area of Pittsburgh and in the community:
  • Approved Private School (The Day School) servingstudents with complex needs in Autism Support and Multiple Disabilities Support classrooms
  • On-site Licensed Private Academic School
    serving special education students who need an increased levelof support to succeed socially and academically
  • Transition services for young adults
  • In-District Classrooms custom built per school districtneeds and requests
  • School-Based Behavioral Health Services
  • Related Therapy Services including occupational,physical, and speech and language
For more information, please visit our website or reach out to Enrollment Coordinator Ashley Harland at 412.420.2222 or [email protected].
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Day School At Childrens Institute Pittsburgh's ranking?
The Day School At Childrens Institute Pittsburgh ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for The Day School At Childrens Institute Pittsburgh?
The application deadline for The Day School At Childrens Institute Pittsburgh is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is The Day School At Childrens Institute Pittsburgh located?
The Day School At Childrens Institute Pittsburgh is located in the Squirrel Hill North neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 7 other private schools located in Squirrel Hill North.

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