Swain School Announces Openings

announced it has limited openings for most grades for the upcoming fall term. Swain is an independent, coeducational school for preschool through 8th grade.

“We especially want area families to know about our full day kindergarten program,” Todd Stansbery, Head of School, said in a press release. “It offers a learning environment that focuses on academic excellence as well as character-building.”

The kindergarten program includes core subjects such as reading, writing, math and social studies. The students enjoy weekly sessions with specialists teaching science, art, theater, music, technology, physical education and Spanish. Numerous field trips throughout the year complement the curriculum.

As part of Swain’s Lower School (Kindergarten – 4th grade), students participate in weekly Town Meetings with special presentations and visitors. They partner with older students in the school’s Buddy Program, and attend many school-wide activities. As part of the music and art curriculum, they are included in the school’s concerts and annual Student Art Show.

Swain’s preschool (age 3) and pre-kindergarten (age 4) classes also have a limited number of openings. Children may attend for full day or half day sessions, and for the entire week or a portion of the week.

Additionally, there are a few openings available for middle school students (grades 5-8); scholarships are available for newly enrolled students in those grades, based on financial need and/or demonstrating academic excellence.

Tuition assistance may be available for students in all grades, based on the family’s financial situation. Before- and after-school care is available for all students, and many students are eligible for free transportation through their home school district.

School opens on Wednesday, Sept. 7 for kindergarten-8th grade, and on Thursday, Sept. 8 for preschool and pre-kindergarten students.

Swain’s 300 students come from 20 area school districts. Small class sizes, an integrated curriculum, state-of-the-art technology resources, and a thorough program of character education, arts, science, and athletics are features of the school, which was established in 1929.

Those interested in more information are encouraged to call 610-433-4542, ext. 119 or visitwww.swain.org; personal tours and campus visits are always available.