Walter Lawson Childrens Home

Walter Lawson Children's Home is a well designed residence for nonambulatory children who are severely and profoundly handicapped.
Our skilled staff serves as an extended family whose care, concern, and attention provide a warm, homelike atmosphere.
Our attractive, colorful facility reveals both our philosophy and our attention to detail.
We believe that every child is unique and deserves to experience a meaningful and happy life.
We support every child's right to enjoy daily living, share warm social relations, and realize his fullest potential.
We create not only a caring, friendly, and nurturing environment, but also excellent developmental programs that serve each child's special needs.
Our comprehensive nursing and education programs stimulate learning, growth, and self-help skills and provide innovated care for complex medical needs and profound disabilities.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 28 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
28 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
42%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Walter Lawson Childrens Home Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
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School Notes

  • School Motto: Empowering Possibilities, Brightening Futures
  • Walter Lawson Children's Home is a well designed residence for nonambulatory children who are severely and profoundly handicapped. Our skilled staff serves as an extended family whose care, concern, and attention provide a warm, homelike atmosphere. Our attractive, colorful facility reveals both our philosophy and our attention to detail. We believe that every child is unique and deserves to experience a meaningful and happy life. We support every child's right to enjoy daily living, share warm social relations, and realize his fullest potential. We create not only a caring, friendly, and nurturing environment, but also excellent developmental programs that serve each child's special needs. Our comprehensive nursing and education programs stimulate learning, growth, and self-help skills and provide innovated care for complex medical needs and profound disabilities.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The application deadline for Walter Lawson Childrens Home is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 28 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Winnebago County, IL is $6,261 for elementary schools and $7,800 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
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