Program Overview


The Davidson School is an Approved Private School for students, ages 3 through 21, with special needs. Licensed by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, the Davidson School has two locations: Media, and West Chester, PA.

In addition to academic instruction, students receive special education instruction, physical and occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, psychological and vision services, social skills training, and behavior support. The Davidson School provides a highly structured classroom environment with a low student-to-staff ratio.

Davidson School offers programming for students with:

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Communication Difficulties
  • Medically Fragile
  • Mental Retardation
  • Neurological Impairments
  • Physical and Cognitive Disabilities
  • Sensory Impairments
  • Social-Emotional and Behavioral Challenges

Our Commitment

The Davidson School is committed to meeting the needs of each student by fostering self-determination and independence, as well as by assisting him or her in the transition from early years through school age and from school age to adulthood.

Certifications

The members of our professional staff maintain a current certification and/or license issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for their area of expertise.

Satisfaction Survey Results

Each year, the Davidson School surveys the families and school districts we serve. Survey results were overwhelmingly positive in the following areas:

From our families:

  • Recommend program to others
  • Makes a positive difference in their child’s life
  • Highly satisfied with services
  • Caring and conscientious staff

From our school districts:

  • Highly satisfied with the educational services received
  • Excellent source of knowledge
  • Clearly defined point person(s) for referrals/admissions