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Fairwold Academy is an Approved Private School (APS) that provides high-quality, comprehensive academics within a therapeutic framework. The holistic and team-driven approach to education encompasses family, community and school district involvement. The administrative and clinical staff help to create a foundation to ensure students can thrive academically, emotionally and socially.

Schools

  • The Academy welcomes students with severe Emotional Disturbance (ED), Other Health Impairment (OHI), and behavioral and mental health disorders.
  • SPIRIT welcomes students with an Intellectual Disability (ID), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and emotional, behavioral and mental health disorders.

Curriculum includes:

  • Academic instruction in core subjects, reading and math interventions, and vocational courses
  • Specialized support services include life skills programming and transition coordination
  • Occupational, Physical and Speech Therapies
  • Additional supports, including assistive technology

Programs

  • Vocational and transitional programs
  • Work Orientation Readiness Center
  • Animal Assisted therapy programs
  • Extended School Year (ESY) summer school program

Contact Us

Address:

2101 Pennsylvania Avenue, Fort Washington, PA 19034

Eligibility Criteria

Students age 5-21

Referral Process

Families may start the process of enrolling directly, and may coordinate with provider(s) and/or their school district throughout.

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Serving Philadelphia