Keswick School is a therapeutic school in Keswick, VA, specializing in support for boys with social, emotional, and learning challenges.
Located in Keswick, VA, Keswick School is a specialized therapeutic school for boys aged 10 to 15 facing moderately severe social, emotional, and learning challenges. With 60 years of experience, the school provides a highly structured, nurturing environment for a small student body of 35 boys. The program supports diverse intellectual levels, from low-average to superior, focusing on executive functioning, social relationships, and neuro-developmental or experiential difficulties.
The curriculum integrates individualized academic instruction with intensive clinical intervention. Essential therapies available include Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Art Therapy. With average class sizes of 7 students, the school offers specialized ADD/ADHD support and learning difference programs. The therapeutic community approach can span up to two years and includes family involvement. Extracurriculars include kayaking, rock climbing, horseback riding, and wood shop. Admissions are on a rolling basis, and financial aid is available to approximately 25% of students. Note that tuition is year-round, covering the summer term, and does not include costs for related therapeutic services.
At a Glance
TypeSpecial Education School
Grades4-12
Students35
Class Size7:1 ratio
Fin. Aid25% receive aid
Est.1963
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
Other school association(s)
School Information
| School Type | Special Education School |
| Year Founded | 1963 |
| Tuition Notes | Tuition is year round (including summer) not including realted services which include Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Art Therapy. |
| Total Students | 35 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 5 |
| Average Class Size | 7 |
| Grades Offered | 4-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Melissa Dagitz |
| Admissions Associate | Tom Rigg |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 25 |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $25,000 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | All-boys |
| Percent of Students of Color | 10 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Learning Programs Supported
all
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Basketball · Flag Football · Kayaking · Mountain Biking · Rock Climbing · Soccer · Swimming |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Art Class · Boy Scouts · Camping · Canoeing · Disc Golf · Fishing · Gardening and more. · Hiking · Horseback Riding · Wood Shop |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | Other school association(s) |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
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