Saint Louis deaf school teaches listening/spoken language with full scholarships
The Central Institute for the Deaf (CID) is a specialized special education school in Saint Louis, MO, dedicated to teaching children who are deaf and hard of hearing from birth through age 12. Using listening and spoken language as the primary method, CID helps students develop communication skills to succeed in their local schools without the use of sign language. The program extends support through age 18 via audiology services, ensuring comprehensive care for students with hearing loss.
With an average class size of just 5 students and a 1:1 teacher-to-student ratio, CID offers an intimate environment where teachers, audiologists, and speech-language pathologists provide highly individualized instruction. The school boasts 99% of its faculty holding advanced degrees, ensuring that every student receives expert guidance tailored to their unique auditory and learning needs.
CID offers rolling admissions with no deadline, making it accessible to families seeking specialized education. While tuition is not charged for students with hearing loss due to full scholarship coverage, the school provides educational curricula, expert consultation, and continuing education for professionals. Families interested in the curriculum, athletic programs, or summer options are encouraged to contact the admissions director, Lynda Berkowitz, at (314) 977-0130.
At a Glance
TypeSpecial Education School
GradesPrekindergarten-4
Students42
Class Size5:1 ratio
Fin. Aid100% receive aid
Est.1914
DeadlineNone / Rolling
School Information
| School Type | Special Education School |
| Year Founded | 1914 |
| Tuition Notes | CID students with hearing loss receive full tuition scholarships. |
| Total Students | 42 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 5 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 99 |
| Average Class Size | 5 |
| Grades Offered | Prekindergarten-4 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Lynda Berkowitz |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 100 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 36 |
Academic Programs Information
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Clubs and Organizations | Recreational Athletic Programs: · Tennis |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| School Calendar | cid.edu/events |
| Summer Program Details | View Summer Program Details |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
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