Waldorf special education school in Glenmoore, PA, offering day and boarding programs for students with disabilities
The Camphill School is a Pennsylvania Approved Private School and Waldorf school specifically designed for children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. As the only Camphill community in North America for children, the school provides a holistic environment focused on helping students unfold their full potential through a unique blend of education, therapy, and extended family living.
The school offers comprehensive academic and prevocational programs for students in grades 1 through 12, with both day and boarding options available (including 5-day and 7-day boarding schedules). Beyond the K-12 classroom, the school provides a specialized Transition Program for young adults ages 18 to 22, focusing on developmental support and life skills. Programs are enriched with therapeutic care and individualized support tailored to each student's unique needs.
With an average class size of 11, the school provides a nurturing, small-scale setting for its 122 students. Admissions are handled on a rolling basis, and the school offers financial aid, including grants for boarding students. The campus serves a co-ed student body and maintains a nonsectarian, inclusive environment dedicated to helping every student participate meaningfully in life.
At a Glance
TypeSpecial Education School
Grades1-12
Students122
Class Size11:1 ratio
Fin. Aid15% receive aid
Est.1963
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
Association of Waldorf Schools of North America
Waldorf Early Childhood Association of North America, Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools, National Council for Private School Accreditation
School Information
| School Type | Special Education School |
| Year Founded | 1963 |
| Tuition Notes | There are boarding (7- or 5-day options) and day rates. Some financial aid is available for boarding students. |
| Total Students | 122 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 12 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 10 |
| Average Class Size | 11 |
| Grades Offered | 1-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Anna Rynder |
| Admissions Associate | Becca Winiarski |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 80 |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 15 |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $10,000 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 12 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Special EducationIndividualized Education ProgramsSpecial Needs SupportTherapeutic ServicesDevelopmental Support
Learning Programs Supported
Special EducationIndividualized Education ProgramsSpecial Needs SupportTherapeutic ServicesDevelopmental Support
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Student Council |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | Association of Waldorf Schools of North America · Waldorf Early Childhood Association of North America · Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools · National Council for Private School Accreditation |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| School Calendar | camphillschool.org/parents/student-calendar |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Offers Post Graduate Year | Yes |
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