Special education school in Philadelphia, PA serving ages 6-21 with therapeutic services, IEP support, and $75,000 tuition
The Delta School is a specialized special education school in Philadelphia, PA, serving students with disabilities from ages 6 to 21 (grades 1–12). Founded in 1958, the school offers a positive learning environment designed to help students develop as successful learners while preparing them for the demands of the global economy. With a diverse co-ed student body comprising 94% students of color, the school fosters an inclusive community focused on individual growth.
With 8 classroom teachers and a rolling admissions policy, the school provides extensive therapeutic services to enhance learning outcomes. Social workers and counselors offer individual and group therapy addressing family, social, school, and work challenges. The curriculum supports IEPs and special needs development, complemented by extracurricular activities like basketball and soccer, all within a formal dress code environment.
Tuition is $75,000 annually, with no cost to parents unless private pay applies. The school offers summer programs for $375, post-graduate year options, and maintains a nonsectarian stance. Families seeking specialized support for students with disabilities are encouraged to contact the school at (215) 637-8235 or visit deltaschool.us for more details.
| School Type | Special Education School |
| Year Founded | 1958 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $75,000 |
| Tuition Notes | No cost to parents unless private pay |
| Total Students | 70 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 8 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 40 |
| Grades Offered | 1-12 |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 94 |
| Sports | Basketball · Soccer |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| School Calendar | www.deltaschool.us/parent-corner/21-22-calendar |
| Summer Program Cost | $375 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Offers Post Graduate Year | Yes |
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