Western Psychiatric Institute

Western Psychiatric Institute is a specialized education program in Pittsburgh, PA serving students in grades 5–8 who benefit from structured, therapeutic support. The school is part of UPMC and offers a dedicated environment for students with emotional, behavioral, and psychiatric needs, combining academic instruction with mental health services in a central city location.

With a low student-to-teacher ratio of approximately 5.6:1 and a staff of 10 teachers, the school provides individualized instruction tailored to each student's learning and emotional needs. This ratio supports personalized attention and allows teachers to adapt instruction and behavioral supports to help students succeed academically and develop coping skills.

Western Psychiatric Institute maintains rolling admissions and welcomes families to learn more about how the program can support their child's education and wellbeing. For enrollment inquiries or to schedule a visit, families can contact the school directly at (412) 624-0725 or visit the UPMC website for additional program details.