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John G. Leach School - New Castle

Grades and ages

Grades PreK-12 & up to 22

Enrollment

86 students

Students per teacher

5.4 per full-time teacher

Tuition

Tuition-free; students placed by school districts

About John G. Leach School - New Castle

John G. Leach School is a public special education day school operated by Colonial School District in New Castle, Delaware. It serves pupils residing in New Castle County, ages 3-21, who have physical disabilities, moderate to severe cognitive disabilities, or serious health impairments.

The school provides individualized functional education and training along with access to a traditional academic curriculum. Students participate in a functional life-skills curriculum, supportive therapies including physical, occupational, and speech therapy, a pool program, adapted physical education, music, community-based instruction, and assistive technology programs.

Placement is through school districts for day students. The school collaborates with families and district groups to support students' independence and skills for productive citizenship. It operates at its current address while planning for a new facility.

Student fit

Who this school serves

Grades and ages

  • Public
  • Preschool (Ages 2-5)
  • Elementary (K-5)
  • Middle School (6-8)
  • High School (9-12)
  • Young Adult (18-22)

Learning needs supported

  • physical disabilities
  • moderate to severe cognitive disabilities
  • serious health impairments

Learning and support

Curriculum and therapeutic services

Services and supports

  • physical therapy
  • occupational therapy
  • speech therapy
  • adapted physical education
  • pool program
  • assistive technology

Programs

Programs at John G. Leach School - New Castle

Other programs and supports

  • physical therapy
  • occupational therapy
  • speech therapy
  • adapted physical education
  • pool program
  • assistive technology

School facts

Practical details for families

Students per Teacher
5.4 per full-time teacher
Students with IEPs
75 (100% of students)

Tuition and funding

Tuition: Tuition-free; students placed by school districts

Enrollment

86 students

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Location and directions

Map

Physical address

10 Landers Lane, New Castle, DE 19720

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John G. Leach School - New Castle

Who does the school serve?

We serve pupils residing in New Castle County, ages 3-21, who have physical disabilities, moderate to severe cognitive disabilities, or serious health impairments.

What grades or ages are served?

We serve Pre-K through post-secondary students up to age 22.

How do families enroll or get placed?

Students are placed by school districts as day students.

Is there tuition or cost to families?

The program is tuition-free for eligible students placed by districts.

What therapies or supports are offered?

We offer physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, adapted physical education, a pool program, music, community-based instruction, and assistive technology.

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