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Education ; Main Line Education Guide : College Prep

The Academy of Notre Dame de Namur, a Catholic, independent, college preparatory school, commits itself to the education of young women of grades 6 through 12 for responsible living in a global society.

AIM Academy

Education ; Main Line Education Guide : College Prep ; MainLineCamps : Academic , Day

AIM Academy, a grade 1-12 college preparatory school serving 390 students, provides extraordinary educational opportunities to children with language-based learning differences including dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia, utilizing evidence-based intervention strategies and an arts-based learning environment. In addition, the AIM Institute for Learning & Research is an international, multidisciplinary service professional learning model which provides online literacy courses through it’s AIM Pathways platform to educators, schools and school districts around the country and the world to train more teachers in the science of reading and support struggling readers. AIM was the the first educational partner to join Yale University’s Haskins Global Literacy Hub and works regularly with researchers to partner for impact.

Ardmore United Methodist Preschool

Education ; Main Line Education Guide : Preschool

ARDMORE UNITED METHODISTPRESCHOOL has been in operation for over 50 years serving Lower Merion and surrounding townships. We are a non-religious school for children ages 2 years 7 months through Pre-K.

Benchmark School

Education ; Main Line Education Guide

Benchmark School is an independent, co-educational day school serving students in grades 1-8. For more than 50 years, Benchmark’s world-renowned and exclusive approach has provided a comprehensive academic program for children with dyslexia, ADHD, or other learning differences. Developed and refined over decades of research and hands-on experience, the holistic and exclusive Benchmark Approach teaches children how to be critical, analytical thinkers with excellent emotional, social, and decision-making skills. Learn more about why Benchmark is the right place for your unique learner.

Friends' Central School

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Friends’ Central School is a coeducational, college-preparatory Quaker school offering an outstanding independent school education to students in nursery through grade 12. Located on 41 acres across two campuses in Wynnewood, Pennsylvania, Friends’ Central cultivates the intellectual, spiritual, and ethical promise of students. In every grade, students are encouraged to think for themselves and to find the courage to voice their opinions while understanding the importance of respectfully agreeing and disagreeing with one another in their quest for discovery. The results of a Friends’ Central education are lifelong. Our graduates pursue their passions at top colleges and universities. Alumni/ae report that they are well prepared to excel academically, to lead, and to problem solve. And, when Friends’ Central alumni/ae graduate into the world, they are simply extraordinary.

Heritage School

Education ; Main Line Education Guide : Early Childhood , Preschool , STEM

DISCOVER HERITAGE SCHOOL Heritage School is a Christian preschool and kindergarten in Wayne, PA, located on the beautiful 35-acre campus of Church of the Saviour. GOALS: Developmentally appropriate learning environment. Activities to stimulate curiosity. Nurture the whole child (emotionally, socially, spiritually). VISION: Provide an exceptional Christian early childhood program to young families on the Mainline. Children are engaged, empowered, and inspired. INSTRUCTION: Instruction is designed to stimulate the child’s natural curiosity, observational skills, and critical thinking through the means of sensory integration. Lessons include elements of STEM, (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) to create a hands-on learning environment. The outdoor Discovery Woods and Gardens is a natural classroom certified by Nature Explorers and has taken us to the forefront of outdoor science education. Heritage School is currently enrolling students aged 2 – Kindergarten. Contact Lorraine Lewin at lorrainel@heritagekids.org to inquire about employment. Visit www.heritagekids.org to learn more!

Hill Top Preparatory School

Education ; Main Line Education Guide : College Prep

Hill Top Preparatory School provides life-changing experiences for bright and creative students who struggle to achieve academic and social success due to performance-based learning differences, including ADHD, high functioning Autism Spectrum Disorders, specific learning disabilities, or anxiety. Through strong family-school collaboration, Hill Top prepares students for future success in college, work, and life as independent adults.

Holy Child School at Rosemont

Main Line Education Guide : Early Childhood , Preschool

Holy Child School at Rosemont At Holy Child School at Rosemont, we elevate early learning by providing students in preschool-grade 8 with an uplifting education, joyful opportunities, and a boundless childhood experience that allows kids to be kids — because happy children learn better. We are an independent, Catholic, coeducational school in the heart of the Main Line welcoming children of every faith. Visit our Campus Campus tours and in-the-classroom experiences with faculty members will allow you to learn about about the uplifting education and joyful opportunities that we offer to students from PreKindergarten through Grade 8. Connect with us and learn more at holychildrosemont.org/admissions

Main Line School Night

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Main Line School Night offers nearly 1000 affordable day, evening and weekend classes, trips and events for adult learners throughout the Main Line and beyond.

Malvern Preparatory School

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Malvern Preparatory School is an independent, Augustinian school for young men in grades six through twelve. Since 1842, the School’s tradition has been to prepare young men for college, for leadership, and for life. Malvern educates its students in a caring environment focused on academics while maintaining a balance between spirituality, arts, athletics, and activities. Students are learning a foundation of knowledge today so that they may lead with integrity tomorrow.

Right College for Me, LLC

Education ; Main Line Education Guide : College Prep , Tutoring

Right College for Me, LLC offers students complete personal coaching to provide the support, attention, and expertise your child needs to properly plan and execute a successful college search. You and your child can enjoy the last few full-time years of life at home together with less stress and anxiety. Whether your child is a top student with great grades and a leader outside of the classroom; or a student with more modest credentials, Right College for Me, LLC can help them identify their goals and do all they can to achieve them. Dr. Jim Yannopoulos has been guiding students for over 20 years. He graduated with a B.A. degree from Haverford College, earned his M.B.A. from the Harvard Business School, and received the degree of Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) from Widener University. He is a Licensed Psychologist and a Certified Educational Planner.

The Crefeld School

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The Crefeld School is an intentionally different, gender inclusive, college prep school for students in grades 7 through 12. Located in the Chestnut Hill neighborhood of Philadelphia, Crefeld empowers every student to grow to their strengths, find meaning in their learning, and feel ownership of their school community. Challenging academics, a focus on social justice and service, and authentic relationships, allow students to become their best selves. In a school that is small by design, with a robust advisory system, students are trusted and respected as individuals, supported and challenged, and become empathetic, lifelong learners. After completing the culminating experience of Graduation by Exhibition, students have identified their passions and talents, know how to address their challenges, and are equipped to achieve their full potential in college and as engaged citizens.

The Haverford School

Education ; Main Line Education Guide

The Haverford School is a vibrant, private day school for remarkable boys, pre-kindergarten-12th grade. Our campus is located on Philadelphia’s Main Line. The Haverford School is a leader in educating boys, and our boys are at the heart of all we do. They are talented scholars, artists, and athletes – and so much more. Our extraordinary educators and best-for-boys teaching methods challenge and inspire every student, while our intentional Character and Citizenship program builds men of strong empathy, integrity, and courage. The Haverford School community prepares boys for life by developing men of character, intellect, and compassion who will transform our world. The Haverford School will create and nurture a supportive and inclusive community in which boys develop a passion for lifelong learning, creative problem solving, and sound decision making. We will inspire our students to be intellectually curious and provide them with the skills and judgment to flourish in our rapidly changing world.

The Wetherill School

Education ; Main Line Education Guide : Preschool

The Wetherill School provides warm, nurturing early childhood and kindergarten environments incorporating best practices in early childhood education through a rich, diverse, creative modified Montessori curriculum that educates the whole child—cognitively, socially and emotionally, and physically. For 46 years we have served children of the Main Line on our beautiful secluded 6.9 acre wooded campus that offers daily opportunity for learning about the natural world in an outdoor setting. Our state and Montessori certified teachers engage our mixed-age groupings in sequential hands-on learning experiences. Preschool classes are offered for children age 2 years 7 months by September from 9:00-12:00 and for 4-5-year-olds until 3:00. We also offer all day kindergarten and afternoon kindergarten enrichment 12:00-3:00 completes the day for children attending Lower Merion kindergarten.

$Trapezium Math$

Trapezium Math

Education ; Main Line Education Guide : Cyber , STEM , Tutoring

Trapezium is an online math enrichment program dedicated to increasing the number of children who leave elementary school prepared to succeed in the most rigorous math programs in middle school and beyond. Trapezium Math Club Sessions: Meet for 1 hour, once per week Have only 4 children per club Are virtual! Our online clubs can be attended from anywhere Are as “technology-free” as you can get with virtual learning (all your child needs is a ZOOM Link and our Clubhouse Kit) Are focused on building and maintaining strong math skills in children grades k-5 through engaging math enrichment Are designed to build confident & fearless math learners regardless of your child’s starting point

Valley Forge Educational Services (The Vanguard School)

Main Line Education Guide ; MainLineCamps : Academic , Creative , Day , Nature , Overnight , Special Needs

Valley Forge Educational Services (VFES) offers a continuum of educational, summer and employment-related programs for people with disabilities. VFES offers summer programs through two signature programs, The Vanguard School and Adult and Recreation Services. VFES @ Camp Kweebec Ages 7–21 Located on 200 acres in Schwenksville, PA, VFES Day & Overnight Camp offers a camp experience for youth and young adults, ages 7–21, that fosters independence and cultivates friendships through traditional camp activities. Camp traditions include GaGa Ball, arts & crafts, cooking, and so much more. VFES Day & Overnight Camp offers one-week or two-week options. Families are responsible for their campers’ transportation to and from Camp Kweebec for day or overnight camp (9:00 am–3:00 pm). We offer daily transportation for day campers only from our Malvern campus to Camp Kweebec (9:00 am–3:00 pm). 2021 Day Camp Session 1: August 16-20, 2021 Session 2: August 23-27, 2021 2021 Overnight Camp Session 1: August 15-20, 2021 Weekend only: August 20-22, 2021 Session 2: August 22-27, 2021 Weekend Retreat: Fenwick Island Ages 16-21 Participants spend the weekend living in a beautiful bay-side home and exploring Fenwick Island. In a supported environment, students practice independent living skills while also enjoying the beaches, sights and local attractions of the island. Meals and transportation to and from Fenwick Island are included. Dates: April 3-6, 2021 Extended School Year (ESY) Ages 4-21 Our ESY program helps minimize summer learning loss and keeps students actively engaged in the learning process during the summer months. Dates & Time: July 6-August 6, 2021 (9:00 am – 3:00 pm)

Waldron Mercy Academy

Education ; Main Line Education Guide

Waldron Mercy Academy, a Catholic School sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy, is a diverse, faith community rooted in the gospel values of mercy and justice. We are a school where the joy of discovery inspires serious study, social responsibility, and strong faith. WMA offers full day preschool through 8th grade Catholic education, with both traditional and Montessori preschool options.

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