Glenwood Academy is a special education school in Sykesville, MD, specializing in ADHD, dyslexia, and language-based learning differences.
Glenwood Academy is a specialized special education school in Sykesville, MD, specifically designed to empower students with ADHD and language-based learning differences, including dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia. The school utilizes a multi-sensory, developmental, and language-intensive curriculum to help students overcome academic challenges and reach their full potential in a structured, supportive environment.
The academy provides highly personalized attention through an average class size of just 8 students and a dedicated team of 16 teaching staff members, 90% of whom hold advanced degrees. As a member of both CHADD and the Orton Gillingham Academy of Practitioners and Educators, Glenwood Academy is committed to evidence-based instructional practices that target ADD/ADHD support and mild learning differences.
Glenwood Academy offers rolling admissions and is a nonsectarian institution for grades 3-12. While annual tuition is $24,000, the school provides needs-based scholarships to ensure accessibility for more families. Additional information regarding summer programs, academic calendars, and the admissions process can be found on their website or by contacting their admissions team directly.
At a Glance
TypeSpecial Education School
Grades3-12
Students65
Class Size8:1 ratio
Tuition$24,000
Fin. Aid40% receive aid
Est.2010
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
Other associations(s) for exceptional children
Children and Adults with Attention Deficit or Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD), Orton Gillingham Academy of Practioners and Educators
School Information
| School Type | Special Education School |
| Year Founded | 2010 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $24,000 |
| Tuition Notes | Glenwood Academy offers a limited number of annual needs-based scholarships for its school year program and makes every effort to ensure that the education provided is available to as many children as possible. |
| Total Students | 65 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 16 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 90 |
| Average Class Size | 8 |
| Grades Offered | 3-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Allison Walsh |
| Admissions Associate | Julia Briggs |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 40 |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 40 |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $8,000 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 14 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Learning Programs Supported
ADHDDyslexiaDysgraphiaDyscalculiaand other Language-based learning difference; mild learning differences
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | Other associations(s) for exceptional children · Children and Adults with Attention Deficit or Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD) · Orton Gillingham Academy of Practioners and Educators |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| School Calendar | www.glenwood-academy.org/calendar |
| Summer Program Details | View Summer Program Details |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
Contact the school
(410) 489-69591545 Progress Way, Sykesville, Maryland 21784
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