The Wardlaw Difference
Classroom Culture:
- 10:1 student - teacher ratio
- Students are comfortable in their environment.
- Teachers know their students personally, the classroom is safe for learning, connection is valued over compliance.
- Children are encouraged to speak and fully engage with learning.
How Reading is Taught:
- Teachers follow research and practice of structured literacy.
- Teaching team regularly assesses students and build reading groups that are intentional and based on data.
- Multiple disciplines are employed, based on how children learn (OG, Wilson, Lindamood-Bell, etc.)
School Community and Culture
- There is a community of which you can see your family being a part.
- Children and adults are conversational partners.
- Your child will be part of something bigger than themselves.
- Self regulation, critical thinking and empathy are fostered.
Parent Connections
- Parents are centered as partners in their child’s learning journey.
- Conferences are thorough and frequent enough to track and understand progress.
- Structured parent learning opportunities bring parents along in the values and practices of the school.
Success and Outplacement
- Success is measurable and students have a dedicated Outplacement Coordinator.
- You can expect Wardlaw to make the best possible recommendations for your child as a learner.
- We readily share outplacement data.
Admissions Checklist:
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Submit the online application with $75 application fee.
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Current teacher questionnaire (sent automatically after you apply).
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Psychoeducational evaluation (required, completed within the last 3 years).
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Any other supporting documents requested.