Lakeside School
Students
Lakeside School accepts regular and special education students in grades 6–12 who need a small, structured and nurturing therapeutic environment where academic success is a priority. Student eligibility criteria include a willingness and ability to commit to following the structure of the program, basic skill levels above third grade and no need of physical intervention on a regular basis to maintain the safety of self and others.
Programs
- Middle-School
- High School
- Learning Support
- Emotional and Behavioral Support
- Summer School
Services and Features
Educational
- Academic curriculum approved by the PA Department of Education that meets state graduation requirements
- Variety of classes taught by certified teachers to match students’ interests and ability levels
- Small class size
- Special education support and services
- Learning and emotional support classes with direct instruction
- Individualized academic planning and advisement
- Preparation for Keystone Exams and PSSA’s
Therapeutic
- A credentialed counselor assigned to each student
- Individual and group counseling
- Counselors who facilitate regular communication between home and school, and assist students in setting and achieving goals
- Individualized treatment planning
- A comprehensive behavior management system with motivational system of recognition and rewards
Parent Involvement
- Parental participation in Enrollment Conference
- Weekly parent contact and consultation
- Regular Parent-Staff Conferences
- Online student information system (PowerSchool) to monitor grades and progress
Other Features
- Staff dedicated to a holistic team approach with a primary focus on being trauma informed and brain based in all aspects of their work with students
- Facility dogs – Boomerang, Cobalt, Presto, and Yen
- Field trips for learning and rewards
- Individualized transition planning
- Full service cafeteria for breakfast and lunch at no cost to students
- Transportation services
- Full time nurse on campus
- On and off campus work-study experiences
- Community Service opportunities
- Intramural Sports
- A beautiful, serene 40-acre campus that features generous classroom space, a gymnasium and athletic fields, cafeteria, greenhouse, lake, and outdoor pool
Learn More
If you are interested in learning more about Lakeside School or scheduling a visit and tour of our campus, please contact Meredith Klinger at 215-542-7737 ext. 2112 or by email.
Address:
111 Chestnut Lane
North Wales, PA 19454
(Horsham Township)