Paradise School

Paradise School is a special education school serving students in Kindergarten through 12th grade in Abbottstown, PA. In partnership with Lincoln Intermediate Unit #12, the school creates a structured learning environment specifically designed to support students with academic and behavioral challenges, including ADD/ADHD support. With 134 students and a dedicated faculty, Paradise School focuses on building both academic skills and behavioral health to help students succeed.

The school's primary mission is to equip students with the skills they need to transition successfully back to their home school districts. This intensive, focused approach means your child receives individualized attention in a small-school setting where special education is the core mission, not an afterthought. The school has been serving students since 1971 and maintains a casual, welcoming environment.

Paradise School operates on a rolling admissions basis, so families can apply throughout the school year. For more information about enrollment, programs, and how the school can support your child's specific needs, contact the school directly at (717) 259-9537 or visit their website at iu12.org.