The Hillside School is a K-8 school in Macungie, PA, specializing in support for students with dyslexia, ADHD, and learning disabilities.
The Hillside School is a specialized co-ed school in Macungie, PA, specifically designed for students in Kindergarten through 8th grade with specific learning disabilities. The school provides a highly focused environment for children navigating diagnoses such as Dyslexia, ADHD, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia, Auditory Processing Disorder, and Executive Functioning Disorder, as well as Non-Verbal Learning Disorder and Visual Perceptual/Visual Motor challenges.
The school's curriculum and support systems are tailored to address common academic hurdles, including difficulties with reading, writing, math, spelling, and working memory. With an average class size of just 8 students and a faculty where 90% hold advanced degrees, Hillside offers intensive individualized support, including IEP implementation, therapeutic services, and developmental support to help students improve processing speed, work pace, and attention.
Beyond academics, students can engage in a variety of extracurricular activities such as Art/STEAM, Music, and various clubs like Cooking, Outdoor, and Game clubs. The school offers rolling admissions and provides financial aid to approximately 50% of its students. Families interested in exploring a placement for their child are encouraged to contact the Head of School, Jason Seggern, to begin the inquiry process.
At a Glance
GradesKindergarten-8
Students46
Class Size8:1 ratio
Tuition$27,170
Fin. Aid50% receive aid
Est.1983
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA), Association of Delaware Valley Independent Schools (ADVIS), Pennsylvania Association of Independent Schools (PAIS), Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools
School Information
| Year Founded | 1983 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $27,170 |
| Tuition Notes | Financial aid offered based on demonstrated financial need. |
| Total Students | 46 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 8 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 90 |
| Average Class Size | 8 |
| Grades Offered | Kindergarten-8 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Jason Seggern |
| Admissions Associate | Danielle Cooper |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 50 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
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
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Book Club · Cooking Club · Dance Club · Game Club · Hawk Scout Club · Mileage Club · Outdoor Club · Video Club · Arts and Music Programs: · Art Club · Art/STEAM Program · Music Program |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) · Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA) · Association of Delaware Valley Independent Schools (ADVIS) · Pennsylvania Association of Independent Schools (PAIS) · Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| School Calendar | www.hillsideschool.org |
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