Second Start-pine Hill School vs. Kinship Academy
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School Overview
Overview
Founded in 1974, SECOND START began offering a tutorial and diagnostic clinic to children with severe disabilities.
In 1976, PINE HILL SCHOOL was added to provide a multi-disciplinary, academic and therapeutic program to learning disabled and emotionally troubled children in grades 1-12.
Classes for adults were added in July 1988.聽 As our program grew in the early 90's we began to branch out and provide services to at risk kids through our Community Development Department.
In 2002 Second Start founded Advent Academy a charter school dedicated to providing Education to High School Student who are in a residential recovery program.
In 2003 Second Start launched the Newton Learning Center an educational program specifically tailored for the educational advancement of students with Asperger and/or students on the upper end of the Autism spectrum.
Kinship Academy serves unique, high-functioning individuals with great abilities, who are unable to realize their full potential in a traditional school environment.
We recognize and meet the challenges of teaching these children by providing individualized accommodations, focus, and support to help them learn, thrive, and become successful.
Grades Offered
1-12
K-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
No
No
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
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ADHD, Dyslexia, Mild Autism and mood disorders
Year Founded
1974
2004
Students Body
Total Students
87 students
10 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
49%
50%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Grade 1 Students
5
-
Grade 2 Students
7
-
Grade 3 Students
11
-
Grade 4 Students
10
1
Grade 5 Students
7
-
Grade 6 Students
12
1
Grade 7 Students
7
2
Grade 8 Students
8
2
Grade 9 Students
7
2
Grade 10 Students
6
1
Grade 11 Students
3
-
Grade 12 Students
4
1
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
1 teacher
% Faculty with Advance Degree
n/a
75%
Average Class Size
10
12
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
10:1
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
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$76,000
Tuition Notes
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Starts at $76,000 per year and, depending on the student鈥檚 individual needs and level of support required, the cost may increase.
Acceptance Rate
75%
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Admissions Director
Tara Bevington
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