The Pilot School is a therapeutic day school in Wilmington, DE, specializing in language-based learning differences, dyslexia, and ADHD.
The Pilot School is an independent therapeutic day school in Wilmington, DE, specifically designed for children ages five through fourteen who experience language-based learning differences. The school specializes in supporting students with dyslexia, ADD, and ADHD, utilizing a whole-child centered approach that addresses both academic and emotional needs.
The program uses diagnostic and prescriptive teaching methods within small groups, maintaining an exceptional 5:1 student-to-teacher ratio. Instruction focuses on mastering foundational skills, including auditory and visual perceptual, motor, listening, speaking, and social skills. This specialized curriculum is designed to drive growth in reading, mathematics, spelling, reasoning, and written expression.
Beyond academics, the school offers a variety of extracurricular activities such as Drama Club, Lego Club, Science Explorers, and Yoga, along with intramural sports like soccer, tennis, and basketball. Tuition is approximately $43,260 and notably includes all in-school therapies. The school operates on a rolling admissions basis and provides financial aid to approximately 50% of its students.
At a Glance
TypeSpecial Education School
GradesKindergarten-8
Class Size8:1 ratio
Tuition$43,260
Fin. Aid50% receive aid
Est.1957
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
National Association of Private Special Education Centers
National Association for the Education of Young Children, National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), Pennsylvania Association of Independent Schools (PAIS)
School Information
| School Type | Special Education School |
| Year Founded | 1957 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $43,260 |
| Tuition Notes | Tuition includes all in-school therapies. |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 39 |
| Average Class Size | 8 |
| Grades Offered | Kindergarten-8 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Alli Williams |
| Admissions Associate | Stephanie Raymond |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 50 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Learning Programs Supported
DyslexiaADDADHDLanguage-Based
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Basketball · Cross Country · Golf · Intramural Sports Only · Soccer · Tennis · Volleyball |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Drama Club · Lego Club · Science Explorers · Yoga · Recreational Athletic Programs: · Basketball Team · Cross Country Team · Golf Team · Soccer · Tennis Team |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | National Association of Private Special Education Centers · National Association for the Education of Young Children · National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) · Pennsylvania Association of Independent Schools (PAIS) |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| Awards | Blue Ribbon School · - Selected in · n/a |
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