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Swain School
1100 South 24th Street
Allentown, PA 18103
Lehigh County
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Contact Information
Main Phone: (610) 433-4542
Main Fax: (610) 433-3844
Admissions: Leah Papp
Admissions Phone: 610-433-4542
Admissions E-mail: admissions@swain.org



Mission & Philosophy

The Swain School strives to maximize each student’s potential through an education of exceptional quality accomplished by an enriched curriculum,
small classes and the reinforcement of ethical values and individual character development.


Educational Objectives

To provide an academic course with superior educational opportunities for young people of ability and character in an atmosphere which not only emphasizes knowledge and the skills of learning but also inculcates ethical values.


Learning Environment

A small school with small classes, featuring an enriched curriculum, character education programs, and a thorough program of athletics and arts. Swain has a risk-free environment that allows students to progress at their own pace, to gain confidence and achieve success.


Accreditations & Associations

Accredited by Pennsylvania Association of Independent Schools (PAIS) and the Middle States Association of Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA). Memberships in the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), the National Middle School Association (NMSA) and the Association of Delaware Valley Independent Schools (ADVIS)>


Affiliation: Nonsectarian
Grade Level: PK to 8
Gender: Coed
Tuition: $13,935 per year
Principal/Headmaster: Todd P. Stansbery
Hours in a School Day: 7 hours

Library Facility? Yes
Boarding? No
Special Needs? No

Enrollment: 320 students
Education Level: Elementary
School Type: Private
Teacher/Student Ratio: 1:8
Public School District: N/A
School Days in a Year: 180 days

Financial Aid? Yes
Scholarships? Yes


Open House Dates (Call to confirm dates & times)

Tuesday, January 09, 2007
Thursday, April 26, 2007

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