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Private K-12 School in Pittsburgh, PA
Winchester Thurston School:
Winchester Thurston School is an independent, coeducational, college preparatory school offering grades PreK through grade 12. We are located on two campuses in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania: a Pre-Kindergarten through grade five North Hills Campus in Allison Park and a Pre-Kindergarten through grade 12 City Campus in Shadyside. The students, faculty and leadership at Winchester Thurston draw strength and guidance from more than a century of tradition and learning as we evolve and grow as a school community.
Co-Ed Programs from Pre-K through Grade 12 Students:
The ability to think creatively, independently, and analytically is at the very core of Winchester Thurston's college preparatory program. We foster critical thinking at each grade level, and encourage students to take risks in an environment that rewards their hard work. Academic rigor is carefully balanced with a strong support system, in proportions that shift as students mature and progress through our Pre-Kindergarten through grade 12 program. The ultimate goal is to develop confident, intellectually curious life-long learners.
Lower School Subjects (Pre-K to Grade 4):
- Language Arts
- Mathematics
- Social Studies
- Computers
- Physical Education
- Creative Movement / Dance
- Music
- Foreign Language
- Science
- Library
Middle School Subjects (Grade 5-8):
Every student takes:
- Language arts
- Mathematics
- Social studies
- Science
- Foreign language
- Art
- Physical education
- Performing arts (dance, drama, and music).
Electives:
Academic electives run on a trimester schedule, and students are required to select at least one elective per trimester. Performing arts electives in chorus, orchestra, and dance ensembles run for a full academic year. In addition, time is built into the weekly schedule for study halls to encourage students to prepare assignments, review class notes, and complete homework.
Upper School Subjects (Grade 9-12):
- English
- Mathematics
- Lab Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
- World Languages and Cultures
- Students must complete
- History and Social Studies
- Fine Arts (Performing and Visual Arts)
- Physical Education
- Health
- Computer Science
- Speech
- Electives various
Address:
555 Morewood Ave, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania , USA
Center School
Courses / Programs
Philadelphia Private Schools for Dyslexia Learning Disabilities and Language-Based Special Education: Located in Abington in Montgomery County, PA, Center School is a non-profit, co-educational independent day school for children ages six to fourteen who have experienced difficulties with reading and language development. The majority of Center School classroom teachers are master's-educated, certified reading specialists. All our staff have been trained by Schools Attuned. Most students use school district buses to travel to and from Center School. Typically, school districts will provide transportation if their boundaries are within ten miles of Center School.
Lower School & Middle School programs:
- At the core of Center School's curriculum is the belief that the ability to use language effectively is key to success in school.
- All subjects (reading, math, science, social studies, study skills, art, and physical education) serve as opportunities for students to build language skills.
- We also offer a four-week summer program.
- At the core of Center School's curriculum is the belief that the ability to use language effectively is key to success in school.
- All subjects (reading, math, science, social studies, study skills, art, and physical education) serve as opportunities for students to build language skills.
- We also offer a four-week summer program.
Skippack School of Music
Courses / Programs
Skippack School of Music in Skippack, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania offers hiqh-quality music instruction for children, teenagers, and adults. We provide group and private music classes for: Piano, Guitar, Bass Guitar, Electric Guitar, Ukulele, and group classes for Voice. We teach students at all levels - from beginner to advanced. We also offer Music for Kinder® - early childhood classes for babies, toddlers and preschoolers from 18 months to 3.5 years. 30, 45 or 60 minute class options for all instruments.At Skippack School of Music, we believe that students of all ages and backgrounds should have access to quality music instruction. Our professional staff and their commitment to excellence makes the Skippack School of Music a very special place indeed. We challenge children and adults to discover their own creativity, have fun, and change their lives through musical experience.
Our students come from Skippack as well as many nearby towns including Collegeville, Trappe, Kulpsville, Landsdale, Evansburg, Harleysville, Schwenksville, Lower Salford, Creamery, Cedars, Limerick, Spring City, Royersford, and Oaks.
We offer music instruction to kids, teens and adults in Piano, Guitar, Bass Guitar, Electric Guitar, Ukulele, and Voice. Choose from:
- Group music classes of no more than 6 students per group learning the same instrument. 30, 45 or 60 minute class options for all instruments.
- Private music lessons
- Music for Kinder® - early childhood music classes for babies, toddlers & preschoolers between 18 months - 3.5 years
- Group music classes of no more than 6 students per group learning the same instrument. 30, 45 or 60 minute class options for all instruments.
- Private music lessons
- Music for Kinder® - early childhood music classes for babies, toddlers & preschoolers between 18 months - 3.5 years
Arden Drama School, Philadelphia
Courses / Programs
Arden Drama School provides year-round theater / drama classes as well as Spring / Summer Camps for kids & teens (Pre-K through Grade 12). Based in the heart of Downtown Philadelphia PA, a drama curriculum is offered for all age groups, with growing confidence and skills emphasized in each grade level, and greater performance opportunities provided for middle and high school students.
Taught by professional artists with a passion for teaching, Arden Drama School classes are dedicated to bringing to life great stories by great storytellers – on the stage, in the classroom and in the community.
Theater / Drama Classes for Kids & Teens:
Age groups include:
- Preschool Classes (Ages 2-4 and their caregivers)
- Grades K, 1, 2
- Grades 3, 4, 5
- Grades 6, 7, 8
- Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
Specialized classes include:
- Eight-week Classes
- Four-week Special Workshops
- One Day Acting Workshops
- Play-in-a-day (one Day)
- Spring Break Theater Camp
- Summer Theater Camp
Age groups include:
- Preschool Classes (Ages 2-4 and their caregivers)
- Grades K, 1, 2
- Grades 3, 4, 5
- Grades 6, 7, 8
- Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
Specialized classes include:
- Eight-week Classes
- Four-week Special Workshops
- One Day Acting Workshops
- Play-in-a-day (one Day)
- Spring Break Theater Camp
- Summer Theater Camp
Portside Arts Center, North Philadelphia
Courses / Programs
Portside Arts Center is a private arts school in North Philadelphia PA. We provide a comprehensive range of courses for toddlers, kids, teens, and adults in a wide variety of arts-related subjects. From 1-day workshops to 8-week courses, our classes are taught by local teaching artists and certified arts instructors. Topics and genres include drawing, painting, acting, stitching, yoga, dancing, and more.Our mission is to empower the children and adults of our community with opportunities to develop their artistic abilities, awaken the imagination, and build self-esteem and confidence. We also provide Summer Camp programs.
Toddlers Classes:
- Creative Movement
- Little Artists
Kids Classes:
- Arts & Crafts
- Home School Visual Arts
- Drawing Club
- Dance Classes
- Acting...
Teen Classes:
- The Art Of Stained Glass
- Dye & Sew a Tote Bag
- Stop Motion Animation
- Robot Shop
- Teen Digital Photography
- Yoga...
Music Classes:
- Private Lessons in Guitar, Piano, Bass, Voice...
- Creative Movement
- Little Artists
Kids Classes:
- Arts & Crafts
- Home School Visual Arts
- Drawing Club
- Dance Classes
- Acting...
Teen Classes:
- The Art Of Stained Glass
- Dye & Sew a Tote Bag
- Stop Motion Animation
- Robot Shop
- Teen Digital Photography
- Yoga...
Music Classes:
- Private Lessons in Guitar, Piano, Bass, Voice...
The Philadelphia School
Courses / Programs
Located in central Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, eastern Pennsylvania, The Philadelphia School is a private co-educational school for boys and girls in preschool through 8th grade. Theme-based learning is one of the principle tools we as progressive educators use to help students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills and to encourage them to make complex connections across disciplines. The goals of our curricular sequence are to achieve greater thematic coherence and to broaden multicultural awareness through in-depth studies of Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas. TPS is a vibrant, progressive learning community. We believe that education should be embedded in authentic, real-world experiences. It is our goal to create an environment where students learn respect for the individual, respect for the community, and respect for democratic ideals.
The Philadelphia School does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, national or ethnic origin, disability, or sexual orientation. We are accredited by the Pennsylvania Association of Independent Schools.
Programs from Preschool through 8th Grade:
- Preschool
- Kindergarten
- Primary Unit (1st and 2nd Grade)
- Junior School (3rd -5th Grade)
- Middle School Curriculum with science, language arts, mathematics, geography, history as well as media literacy skills, nutrition, P.E., art and drama
- Early Risers Program
- Auxiliary (Afterschool) Program with a wide range of opportunities
- Summer Camp
- Preschool
- Kindergarten
- Primary Unit (1st and 2nd Grade)
- Junior School (3rd -5th Grade)
- Middle School Curriculum with science, language arts, mathematics, geography, history as well as media literacy skills, nutrition, P.E., art and drama
- Early Risers Program
- Auxiliary (Afterschool) Program with a wide range of opportunities
- Summer Camp
Dayspring Christian Academy, Mountville Borough PA
Courses / Programs
Dayspring Christian Academy is a private Christian school in Lancaster County PA. Located in Mountville Borough, we offer Classical Christian education for Preschool, Pre-K, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School and High School students, as well as College prep & dual-enrollment classes.The goal of the Principle Approach to education is to build a student’s Christian character and sense of self-government, Christian scholarship, and Biblical reasoning for lifelong learning and discipleship.
Graduates of Dayspring are well-prepared for college and employment.
High school students can take advantage of college prep and dual-enrollment courses, helping them earn college credits before graduation.
At Dayspring, we teach students HOW to think, not WHAT to think.
Schedule a tour and experience the Dayspring difference yourself!
Programs / Grades:
- Private Christian Preschool
- Private Christian Pre-K
- Private Christian Kindergarten
- Private Christian Elementary School
- Private Christian Middle School
- Private Christian High School
- College-Preparatory School
- College Credits (dual-enrollment program with Cairn University where students can take up to 24 college credits while at Dayspring.)
- Advanced Placement Courses
- Home School Interaction Program
- Foreign Exchange Program
- Honors High School
- Middle School Sports
- High School Sports
- Christian Conferences
- Extra-Curricular Activities
- Private Christian Preschool
- Private Christian Pre-K
- Private Christian Kindergarten
- Private Christian Elementary School
- Private Christian Middle School
- Private Christian High School
- College-Preparatory School
- College Credits (dual-enrollment program with Cairn University where students can take up to 24 college credits while at Dayspring.)
- Advanced Placement Courses
- Home School Interaction Program
- Foreign Exchange Program
- Honors High School
- Middle School Sports
- High School Sports
- Christian Conferences
- Extra-Curricular Activities