The Phelps School was founded in 1946 by Dr. Norman T. Phelps, fulfilling his dream of starting a boarding school for boys, in particular those who need extra personal attention to help them reach their potential. The School's motto has always been "Dedication to the individual boy."
Phelps is a small school with an enrollment of 150 boarding and day boys in grades 7-12 and a few post graduates. Our safe campus is situated in a quiet, rural setting just 22 miles west of Philadelphia and approximately two hours from New York City and Washington, DC. We have a number of students from different parts of the world who add much to the life of the School, and everyone benefits from day-to-day contact with boys from other cultures.
We are thoroughly aware that no two of our students are exactly alike, and no two have exactly the same needs. From the very first visit, we focus on getting to know each student well so we can help shape a course of study for him that will enable him to enhance his strengths and improve his skills. Our mission is to create a nurturing and responsive climate which will bring out the best in each student, help him gain self-confidence and acquire respect for those around him. This effort is strengthened by the "family" atmosphere, small classes, and a strong tutorial component. We also work to achieve a proper balance between every boy's academic performance and his physical, social, and moral development.
The Phelps School adheres to a longstanding policy of admitting students of any race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin. We take pride in our diverse population, which is represented by students from many different states and countries.
The family atmosphere at Phelps is evident in every aspect of daily life. The teachers and staff obviously care about the students and constantly offer constructive encouragement in conjunction with demonstrated support from parents. In fact, if you ask students to name one of the best things about the School, they will instantly answer, "the staff."
The Phelps School believes that activities beyond the classroom help to build character and self-confidence. All students are encouraged to take part in an after school project such as an organized team sport of an individual assignment under the supervision of a faculty member.
Daily Schedule (Monday - Friday)
7:00 am - Rising Bell
7:30 am - Breakfast
8:15 - 8:30 am - Advisor Meeting
8:30 - 10:05 am - Classes (Periods 1 and 2)
10:05 am - Morning Break
10:25 am - 12:00 pm - Classes (Periods 3 and 4)
12:10 pm - Lunch
12:50 - 2:25 pm - Classes (Periods 5 and 6)
2:30 - 3:15 pm - Tutorial Period
3:30 - 5:00 pm - Activity Period
5:00 - 6:30 pm - Club/Intramural/Recreational Time
6:30 pm - Dinner
7:20 pm - Study Hall Prep Bell
7:30 - 9:00 pm - Study Hall
9:00 pm - Evening Break
10:00 pm - All Students In Dorm
10:30 pm - Lights Out
Residential Students
The basic fee for tuition, room, and board for the 2008-09 year is $32,000.
Day Students
The basic tuition fee for day students is $19,000.
Miscellaneous Charges
Additional costs for textbooks, school blazer, athletic clothing, social functions, and school trips usually run approximately $2,000 per year. These incidental costs are billed monthly.
Students who are placed in the Academic Support Program (ASP) will be billed an additional $1,000 per trimester for each ASP course.
International Students
Upon acceptance, international students must pay at least $10,000 before an I-20 will be issued. The basic fee for international students is $34,000, which includes the following:
$32,000 basic fee (tuition, room and board),
$200 processing fee,
$800 activity fee,
$1,000 deposit to cover medical/dental insurance and other fees, including allowance, travel, etc.
English as a Second Language (ESL), if required, costs $4,500 per year.
Textbooks and other incidental fees will be billed monthly.
Payment Methods
Personal check, cashier's check, wire transfer, VISA and MasterCard are acceptable forms of payment by The Phelps School.
Refund Policy
The Phelps School must contract for its faculty and other services on an annual basis. Therefore, the School has established the policy that once a boy is enrolled, he is entered for the school year. It is also agreed that no reduction or refund of fees is made for delay of entrance, failure to matriculate, suspension, absence, dismissal, or withdrawal.
Sibling Tuition Reductions
When two brothers are attending The Phelps School simultaneously, there is a twenty percent (20%) reduction for the younger boy.
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