Private K-12 school in Valhalla, NY, offering one-on-one instruction for students with ADHD, Autism, and Dyslexia
The School for Young Performers (SYP) in Valhalla, NY, provides a highly personalized, one-on-one educational experience for students whose unique lifestyles, professions, or learning styles may not align with a traditional classroom setting. Accredited by WASC, SYP specializes in supporting students with a variety of neurodivergent needs, including ADHD, Dyslexia, Auditory Processing Disorder, Anxiety, and Autism Spectrum Disorder, as well as mild learning differences and behavioral needs.
The school offers an ultra-individualized learning environment with an average class size of one, ensuring that instruction is tailored to each student's specific academic and sensory requirements. With a faculty where 70% hold advanced degrees, the school provides robust academic programming, including a wide range of AP courses. Beyond academics, students can engage in diverse extracurriculars such as dance, equestrian studies, robotics, and filmmaking, which can be integrated into their personalized learning plans.
Serving students from Kindergarten through 12th grade, including post-graduate options, SYP operates on a rolling admissions basis. While the yearly tuition is approximately $75,000, the school also offers summer programs. This nonsectarian institution is ideal for families seeking a flexible, high-support academic model that accommodates both specialized learning needs and demanding extracurricular schedules.
At a Glance
GradesKindergarten-12
Students14
Class Size1:1 ratio
Tuition$75,000
Est.1995
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
School Information
| Year Founded | 1995 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $75,000 |
| Tuition Notes | To learn more about SYP\'s tuition options across programs, please go to, static1.squarespace.com |
| Total Students | 14 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 30 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 70 |
| Average Class Size | 1 |
| Grades Offered | Kindergarten-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Iris M Even |
| Admissions Associate | Emily Foley |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 80 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 25 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Learning Programs Supported
DyslexiaAuditory Processing DisorderADHDAnxiety DisorderSensory Auditory Processing DisorderAutism Spectrum Disorder and Mild Learning Differences/Behavioral Needs
AP Courses
AP CalculusAP ChineseAP English Language and CompositionAP English Literature and CompositionAP Environmental ScienceAP European HistoryAP MicroeconomicsAP SeminarAP Spanish Language and CompositionAP StatisticsAP United States History
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Dance · Equestrian · Martial Arts · Sailing · Snowboarding · Tennis |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Community Service · Horsemanship · Robotics · Arts and Music Programs: · Applied Vocal Performance · Dance · Filmmaking · Improv |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| Summer Program Cost | $6,000 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Offers Post Graduate Year | Yes |
| Awards | Blue Ribbon School · - Selected in · n/a |
| Average ACT Score | 33 |
Contact the school
(888) 797-1985400 Columbus Avenue, Valhalla, New York 10595
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