The Vanguard School, A Program of Valley Forge Educational Services

Grades

Kindergarten, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Post Grad

Student Enrollment

213

School Gender

Coed

School Type

Day

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Is Special Needs?

Yes

Special Needs Programs

Valley Forge Educational Services offers a continuum of educational, summer and employment-related programs for individuals with disabilities. The hallmark of our programs is our collaborative and holistic approach to each child, adolescent and adult, recognizing his or her unique abilities and needs through team efforts. Individuals of all ages come to learn, share, appreciate and respect one another while developing skills necessary for success. We are committed to helping students and participants develop a strong sense of self-worth to realize their value as contributing members of their communities. The Vanguard School is an Approved Private School providing programs for and licensed to accept students, 4-21 years of age, with a Pennsylvania Department of Special Education exceptionality of autism, speech-language disorders, emotional disturbance and/or other health impairment (OHI). Students who experience developmental disabilities, learning differences or social-emotional or behavioral difficulties are also eligible for our program. The Vanguard School provides comprehensive special education and related clinical services with a unique focus on the individual student and his or her readiness for life. The Vanguard School offers an integrated academic, social and daily living skills approach within a supportive environment where the goal is for each student to become a contributing member of the community A team of therapists supports students in the classroom, individually and in small groups as well as through consultative efforts. Related clinical services include speech-language, occupational and physical therapies, school psychology, school counseling, behavior and nursing. All therapists and specialists have the advantage of being actively involved in the student?s entire day; our clinicians are able to co-treat across disciplines and consult with teachers and other professionals on a regular basis.

Accreditation

Pennsylvania Association of Independent Schools

Primary Admissions Contact Name

Anita Bilotta, Admissions Supervisor, anbilotta@vfes.net