The Windward School
Tel:
(914) 949-6968
- The Windward School, located on three campuses: Westchester Lower School; Westchester Middle School and Manhattan LS/MS, is a coeducational, independent day school focused exclusively on helping students in grades 1-9 with language-based learning disabilities.
- The School is dedicated to providing an excellent instructional program for children with language-based learning disabilities.
- The multisensory curriculum is designed for students of average to superior intelligence who can benefit from the unique educational experience provided.
- Through direct instruction in small class settings, a trained staff assists students to improve their language skills.
- Academic success, combined with opportunities for social and emotional growth, enables students to understand their learning styles, build confidence, and develop self-advocacy skills.
- Windward is committed to helping students achieve their full potential, in preparation for a successful return to mainstream educational environment.
- To meet these goals, the school provides ongoing training to its faculty based on the most current research, and also shares its expertise with the parent body, other educators, and the broader community.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: 1-9
- Students: 525 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
The Windward School places among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
- Category Attribute
- Student Body Largest student body
School Overview
School Type | Special Education School |
School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) |
Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
Grades Offered | Grades 1-9 |
Year Founded | 1926 |
Summer School Offered | Yes |
Student Body
Total Students | 525 students |
Student Body Type | Co-ed |
% Students of Color | 6% State avg.: 29% |
Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers | 135 teachers |
Student : Teacher Ratio | 4:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
Admissions Director | Maureen A. Sweeney |
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