Private therapeutic day school in Newton MA for grades 3-12 with emotional challenges and language-based learning disabilities
Dearborn Academy is a private, non-profit therapeutic day school serving grades 3 through 12 in Newton, MA. The school specializes in supporting students with emotional challenges such as anxiety, depression, and mood disorders, as well as language-based learning disabilities. With a rolling admissions deadline and a diverse student body comprising 33% students of color, the school welcomes students from communities across Massachusetts and southern New Hampshire who are college-bound.
With an average class size of 7 and teacher-to-student ratios of 8:1:1 for elementary/middle school and 12:1:1 for high school, the school provides a highly structured environment with consistent adult support. The faculty is highly qualified, with 93% of teachers holding advanced degrees, ensuring that instruction is tailored to meet individual IEP goals and address specific learning differences.
Accredited by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary & Secondary Education and a member of the Massachusetts Association of Chapter 766 Approved Private Schools, Dearborn Academy offers a supportive community for students facing complex needs. For specific details on tuition, which is set by the state, summer programs, and admission inquiries, families can contact the admissions team at (781) 641-5992 or visit their website.
At a Glance
TypeSpecial Education School
Grades3-12
Students57
Class Size7:1 ratio
Est.1949
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
Other school association(s)
School Information
| School Type | Special Education School |
| Year Founded | 1949 |
| Tuition Notes | Tuition rate is set be the state. Students can be referred by school district or self-pay. |
| Total Students | 57 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 8 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 93 |
| Average Class Size | 7 |
| Grades Offered | 3-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Anna Fox |
| Admissions Associate | Rebecca Altepeter |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 8 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 33 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference Programs
Learning Programs Supported
DyslexiaLanguage-based Learning Disorders
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | Other school association(s) |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| School Calendar | dearbornacademy.org/calendar |
| Summer Program Cost | $8,984 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
Contact the school
(781) 641-5992575 WASHINGTON STREET, Newton, Massachusetts 02458
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