The Benedictine School is a residential and day school in Ridgely, MD, specializing in support for students with autism and disabilities.
The Benedictine School is a co-ed day and residential school in Ridgely, MD, specifically designed for individuals ages 5-21 with intellectual disabilities, autism, and multiple disabilities. Recognized as a "School of Excellence" by the National Association of Special Education Teachers, the school focuses on addressing the needs of the "whole person" to maximize community living independence and vocational success.
The school provides a highly integrated program featuring a wide array of specialized therapies and supports, including speech/language, occupational and physical therapy, behavior management, and assistive technology. To ensure comprehensive care, the campus offers 24-hour nursing, medication management, and psychological services, alongside adaptive physical education, aquatics, and vocational/transitional training to prepare students for life beyond the classroom.
With an average class size of just 6 students and a faculty where 98% hold advanced degrees, students benefit from highly specialized instruction in a supportive environment. The school offers various extracurriculars, such as photography, basketball, soccer, and swimming, as well as summer school options. Admissions are handled on a rolling basis, and tuition varies depending on the specific services required by each student.
| School Type | Special Education School |
| Year Founded | 1959 |
| Tuition Notes | varies per yr. and per services |
| Total Students | 67 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 13 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 98 |
| Average Class Size | 6 |
| Grades Offered | Inquire with school |
| Admissions Director | Hon Yin Eubanks |
| Admissions Associate | Gail Newell |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 24 |
| Sports | Basketball · Soccer · Swimming |
| Clubs and Organizations | photography club |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | National Association of Private Special Education Centers · Other associations(s) for exceptional children |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
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