All-boys boarding and day school in Malvern, PA for grades 6-12 specializing in support for students with learning differences and ADHD
The Phelps School is an all-boys boarding and day school in Malvern, PA serving grades 6–12, with a dedicated Academic Support Program (ASP) specifically designed for students with learning differences and ADD/ADHD. With just 89 students and an average class size of 7, The Phelps School provides the individualized attention that many students with learning disabilities require to succeed. The school's small, close-knit community means students receive 24/7 support from teachers, coaches, and residential staff invested in each boy's academic, personal, and social growth.
The school balances specialized support with academic rigor, offering both AP courses for advanced learners and tailored instruction through its learning support program. Students benefit from a structured environment on 70 acres, competitive athletics, and diverse extracurricular activities including arts, music, and recreational programs. With 61% of faculty holding advanced degrees and rolling admissions, The Phelps School creates a setting where boys with learning differences can build confidence and develop the skills needed for college and beyond.
Boarding tuition is $60,700 annually; day student tuition is $36,250. The school offers rolling admissions and 40% of students receive financial aid. Contact Admissions Director Charlie Mugford at (610) 644-1754 or visit thephelpsschool.org for more information.
At a Glance
Grades6-12
Students89
Class Size7:1 ratio
Tuition$60,700
Fin. Aid40% receive aid
Est.1946
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS), 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 | 1946 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $60,700 |
| Tuition Notes | Day Student Tuition is $36,250 |
| Total Students | 89 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 23 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 61 |
| Average Class Size | 7 |
| Grades Offered | 6-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Charlie Mugford |
| Admissions Associate | Maureen Cannon |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 40 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | All-boys |
| Percent of Students of Color | 20 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Advanced Courses
AB Calculus (AP)BC Calculus (AP)Biology (AP)Chemistry (AP)English Language and Composition (AP)English Literature and Composition (AP)Environmental Science (AP)Physics (AP)Psychology (AP)Spanish (AP)Statistics (AP)U.S. Government & Politics (AP)U.S. History (AP)World History (AP)
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Baseball · Basketball · Cross Country · Golf · Soccer · Tennis · Track and Field |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Gardening · National Honors Society · Yearbook · Arts and Music Programs: · Music/Drama · Photography · Studio Arts · Recreational Athletic Programs: · Fitness |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal |
| School Memberships | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) · The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) · Association of Delaware Valley Independent Schools (ADVIS) · Pennsylvania Association of Independent Schools (PAIS) · Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| Offers Post Graduate Year | Yes |
| Average SAT Score | 1160 |
Contact the school
(610) 644-1754583 Sugartown Road, Malvern, Pennsylvania 19355
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