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Private School in Philadelphia for language-based learning differences

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Sophia Academy @ International Christian High School:
Situated in the Olney area of North Philadelphia, 30 minutes north of Downtown Philly, Sophia Academy @ International Christian High School is an arts-based high school for students in Grades 9-12 with language-based learning differences.

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Partnership with International Christian High School:

Our sponsoring school, International Christian High School offers an excellent education with dual credit classes (high school and college) in the upper grades.

Why Choose Sophia Academy?

Students at Sophia Academy:
- Benefit from intensive intervention and personal attention
- Gain self-confidence along with growing skills and knowledge
- Operate in areas of strength each day as they use both sides of the brain
- Succeed academically
- Enjoy school

Sophia Academy Students:
We serve a range of students, including:

- Bright students in grades 9-12, with or without an IEP, who have struggled in school.
- Students with dyslexia or dyscalculia
- Students with auditory processing, working memory, or executive function disorders
- Students who need a small class environment
- Students who are eager to try new things

Arts-based High School Programs:

For students in Grades 9-12 with Language-based Learning Differences

Program Features include:
- Small classes
- Multi-sensory curricula
- Evidence-based instruction
- Integration with the visual and performing arts

Parent Testimonials:
“My son has had many struggles in school. Last school year was very hard on him and he gave up. Over the summer and after talking with many educators and teachers it looked like the best option for him would be something very individualized and catered to his needs.

Sophia Academy has worked with my son to meet his individual needs and give him an opportunity to learn in a different way than your average school. My son has become a different kid. He’s much happier and doesn’t want to give up."

- Jamie

“My son did not fit into a regular school system. Math, in particular, has always been very difficult for him.  At Sophia Academy, his Math teacher is very intuitive and has been able to teach exactly the way my son learns. She has succeeded in giving him confidence and a grasp on concepts that have caused him to be successful.

He is now feeling so confident that he has decided to take on an honors math program. I am thrilled that every day my son goes to school, I know he is in a very safe, happy, loving, and Christ-centered environment. I recommend Sophia Academy wholeheartedly!”

- Gwen

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Address: 413 E. Tabor Road, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19126, USA
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