Brehm Preparatory School
Grades and ages
Grades 6-12
Enrollment
31 students
Students per teacher
4.4 per full-time teacher
Tuition
Contact for pricing
About Brehm Preparatory School
Brehm Preparatory School is a nurturing and empowering boarding school dedicated to serving students in grades 6 through 12 who experience a range of learning differences, including language-based learning disabilities, ADHD, and autism spectrum disorders. With a core mission centered on fostering neurodiversity, Brehm creates a safe and supportive environment where students can explore their authentic selves, develop lifelong skills, and cultivate their passions. The school's holistic approach combines individualized academic programs with therapeutic methodologies, ensuring that each student receives tailored support that addresses their unique needs. Key offerings include a dynamic academic curriculum led by certified teachers, a robust recreation program that promotes social interaction and personal growth, and specialized services such as speech and language therapy and the innovative Arrowsmith Program, which focuses on cognitive restructuring. What sets Brehm apart is its low student-teacher ratio, which allows for personalized attention and strong family partnerships, creating a close-knit community where students thrive. With a commitment to holistic development, Brehm Preparatory School not only prepares students for academic success but also equips them with essential life skills, fostering confidence, resilience, and a sense of belonging.
Student fit
Who this school serves
Grades and ages
- Boarding
- Private
- High School (9-12)
- Middle School (6-8)
Learning needs supported
- ADHD
- autism spectrum disorders
- language-based learning disabilities
School facts
Practical details for families
- Students per Teacher
- 4.4 per full-time teacher
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- School Year
- 176 days
- Student Body
- Coed
- Religious Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- Nonprofit since
- 1983
Tuition and funding
Tuition: Contact for pricing
Enrollment
31 students
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