Trident Academy
Tel: (843)884-7046
- Trident Academy provides a multi-sensory, prescriptive, and individualized approach to education students in grades K through 12 who have been identified as having dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, ADHD, or Asperger-like attributes. Classes are smaller than the average public or private school settings, often with fewer than a dozen students.Orton-Gillingham instruction, along with ABA therapy, help students unlock true academic potential so they can become independent and confident learners. Applications are accepted throughout the school year and financial assistance is available.
School Overview
| School Type | Special Education School |
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) State or regional independent school association Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA) Orton Gillingham Academy of Practioners and Educators |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades Kindergarten-12 |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Learning Programs Supported | Dyslexia/Dysgraphia/Language-based, ADHD, ADD, Asperger like attributes |
| Year Founded | 1972 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 69 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 17% State avg.: 14% |
| Students by Grade |  |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 23 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 3:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 90% |
| Average Class Size | 4 students |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (khaki pants, shorts, skirt and soild color collared shirt) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $28,800 |
| % on Financial Aid | 30% |
| Acceptance Rate | 63% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | April Vail |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 6 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Cheerleading, Community Service, Computer Club, Library Club, Photography Club, Student Council Cheerleading, Computer Club, Library Club, Community Service, Photography Club, Student Council, |
School Notes
Trident Academy offers:
- Low student to teacher ratio
- Targeted reading instruction
- Individualized lessons
- Technology-integrated curriculum
- Rolling admissions
- Orton-Gillingham trained Faculty
- ABA trained faculty
- Self-advocacy skill development
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