Greenville SC school grades 1-8 Orton-Gillingham accredited multisensory dyslexia instruction
Camperdown Academy is a specialized school in Greenville, SC, dedicated to educating gifted students with dyslexia and learning differences. As one of the few nationwide institutions accredited by the Orton-Gillingham Academy as both a training and teaching center, the school empowers students with self-confidence and the skills to achieve academic success through a multisensory, individualized approach.
The school offers grades 1 through 8 with an average class size of 10, supported by 51 teachers, 50% of whom hold advanced degrees. This highly trained staff provides targeted support for ADD/ADHD alongside dyslexia, fostering an environment where students can reach their full potential. The supportive atmosphere is reflected in a 98.8% high school graduation rate for alumni.
Camperdown Academy operates on a rolling admissions basis with a 99% acceptance rate, serving a co-ed student body. Tuition is $23,500 for grades 1-2 and $28,000 for grades 3-8, with 20% of students receiving financial aid. Families can explore summer programs starting at $2,000 or contact admissions director Keri Knisley at (864) 244-8899 for more details.
At a Glance
TypeSpecial Education School
Grades1-8
Students182
Class Size10:1 ratio
Tuition$23,500
Fin. Aid20% receive aid
Est.1986
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
Orton Gillingham Academy of Practioners and Educators
Southern Association of Independent Schools, South Carolina Independent Schools Association (SCISA
School Information
| School Type | Special Education School |
| Year Founded | 1986 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $23,500 |
| Tuition Notes | $28,000 for grades 3-8 $23,500 for grades 1-2 |
| Total Students | 182 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 51 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 50 |
| Average Class Size | 10 |
| Grades Offered | 1-8 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Keri Knisley |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 99 |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 20 |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $4,000 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 3 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Learning Programs Supported
Dyslexia
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Basketball · Cross Country · Golf · Soccer · Tennis · Volleyball |
| Clubs and Organizations | Late Stay options |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | Orton Gillingham Academy of Practioners and Educators · Southern Association of Independent Schools · South Carolina Independent Schools Association (SCISA |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| School Calendar | www.camperdown.org/calendar.cfm |
| Summer Program Details | View Summer Program Details |
| Summer Program Cost | $2,000 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
Contact the school
(864) 244-889965 Verdae Commons Drive, Greenville, South Carolina 29607
www.camperdown.org