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The Kildonan School is a coeducational day and boarding school for students with dyslexia and language-based learning differences (grades 2-12). Its mission is to empower students by increasing self-esteem and motivation. Each student receives daily one-to-one Orton-Gillingham tutoring. In addition, Kildonan offers small, college-preparatory classes, extensive artistic opportunities, and competitive sports teams. Kildonan graduates have a 100% college acceptance record. Dunnabeck at Kildonan is the oldest established summer camp for kids with dyslexia. Established in 1955 to meet the needs of intelligent children who are underachieving or failing in their academic work because of dyslexia, it offers children a fun, educational experience centered around daily one-to-one OG tutoring. The recreational programs (e.g. horseback riding, arts & crafts, water-skiing) enable students to work hard without feeling deprived of a summer. Dunnabeck at Kildonan provides an individualized, enjoyable experience enabling each student to return from his or her summer to find success in school, some for the first time.
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The Kildonan School
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| Definition of Terms | ||
| School Focus | College Preparatory | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered. (Boarding) | 7-12, PG | 9-12 |
| Grades Offered (Day) | 2-12, PG | 9-12 |
| School Type | Co-ed | Co-ed |
| Support for ADD/ADHD Students | Yes | Yes |
| Supports Learning Differences (LD) | Yes | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Non-denominational | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1969 | 1906 |
| Campus Size | 350 acres | 125 acres |
| Student Body | ||
| Enrollment | 100 students | 296 students |
| Percent Students of Color | 12% | 18% |
| Percent International Students | 10% | 18% |
| Percent Students Boarding | 50% | 69% |
| Average SAT Score | n/a | * National Avg. »View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | Yes | No |
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 8 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:2 | 1:7 |
| ESL Courses Offered | No | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 60% | 64% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
| Finances | ||
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $61,900 | $42,800 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $45,500 | $23,900 |
| Tuition international students | $3,000 | $40,100 |
| Tuition 5 day boarding | $59,500 | $32,950 |
| Percent Students on Financial Aid | 43% | 33% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $13,857 | $18,500 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | No | No |
| Admission | ||
| Application Deadline | None / Rolling | Jan. 15 |
| SSAT Required | No | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | n/a | 60% |
| Director of Admissions | Beth Rainey | |
| Associate Director of Admissions | Samantha Jones | |
Sports: |
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| Total Interscholastic Sports Offered | 8 | 13 |
Interscholastic Sports
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| Basketball | Equestrian | |
| Freestyle Skiing | Lacrosse | |
| Mountain Biking | Snowboarding | |
| Soccer | Tennis | |
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| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 8 | 24 |
Extracurriculars
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| GSA Club | Horseback Riding Program | |
| Project Eye-to-Eye | Project Impact | |
| Ski and Snowboard Program | Student Council | |
| Student Leadership | Two- and three-dimensional art | |
School Notes:
- The Kildonan School is a coeducational day and boarding school for students with dyslexia and language-based learning differences (grades 2-12). Its mission is to empower students by increasing self-esteem and motivation. Each student receives daily one-to-one Orton-Gillingham tutoring. In addition, Kildonan offers small, college-preparatory classes, extensive artistic opportunities, and competitive sports teams. Kildonan graduates have a 100% college acceptance record. Dunnabeck at Kildonan is the oldest established summer camp for kids with dyslexia. Established in 1955 to meet the needs of intelligent children who are underachieving or failing in their academic work because of dyslexia, it offers children a fun, educational experience centered around daily one-to-one OG tutoring. The recreational programs (e.g. horseback riding, arts & crafts, water-skiing) enable students to work hard without feeling deprived of a summer. Dunnabeck at Kildonan provides an individualized, enjoyable experience enabling each student to return from his or her summer to find success in school, some for the first time.
- LD types supported: Dyslexia, language-based learning differences
- School accreditations: NYSAIS, AOGPE,
- Profile last updated: 01/26/2012
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