The Bedford School is a specialized school in Fairburn, GA, serving grades 1-9 with expertise in dyslexia, ASD, and ADHD.
The Bedford School is a specialized private school in Fairburn, GA, dedicated to maximizing the potential of students with learning differences. Serving grades 1-9, the school specializes in supporting students diagnosed with dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia, Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD), Non-Verbal Learning Disability (NVLD), and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), as well as those with ADHD.
The school provides a highly structured and supportive environment featuring a 6:1 student-to-faculty ratio and small class sizes (maximum of 10 students in Lower School and 12 in Middle School). The curriculum incorporates multi-sensory learning, advanced technology, and intensive specialized reading interventions such as the S.P.I.R.E. program. Beyond academics, students participate in structured physical education, arts, STEM, and drama, with various athletic options including soccer, basketball, and track.
Accredited by GISA and GAC, The Bedford School is a member of several professional organizations, including the International Dyslexia Association and the Georgia Association of Private Schools for Exceptional Children. Practical supports include school lunches and after-school care with supervised homework help. Tuition is approximately $24,600 for grades 1-5 and $25,050 for grades 6-9, with rolling admissions available.
At a Glance
TypeSpecial Education School
Grades1-9
Students136
Class Size12:1 ratio
Tuition$24,600
Est.1985
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
Southern Association of Independent Schools
School Information
| School Type | Special Education School |
| Year Founded | 1985 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $24,600 |
| Tuition Notes | $24,600 (1st - 5th Grade) $25,050 (6th - 9th Grade) |
| Total Students | 136 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 27 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 40 |
| Average Class Size | 12 |
| Grades Offered | 1-9 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Heather Smith |
| Admissions Associate | Sarah Wilder |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 75 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 38 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Learning Programs Supported
Most learning differences supported
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Basketball · Golf · Soccer · Track and Field · Volleyball |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · STEM · Arts and Music Programs: · Drama productions |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | Southern Association of Independent Schools |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| Summer Program Details | View Summer Program Details |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
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