Jemicy School

Ben Shifrin

Head of School

Ben Shifrin has served as Head of School for twenty-four years and is stepping into retirement. He is dyslexic himself and holds a B.S. in Elementary Education and a M.Ed. in Special Education and Administration from Temple University.

Jemicy School is a college-preparatory, coed, independent school specializing in the education of bright and talented students with dyslexia or related language-based learning differences. The curriculum uses creative, multisensory, experiential, and research-based programs and techniques to support unique learning styles.

Jemicy School's Board of Trustees is committed to providing support to families demonstrating financial need, with 36% of families receiving tuition assistance. The average award is $18,800, and eligibility is based on factors like household income, number of members, and children attending tuition-charging schools.

Application fee: $65

Jemicy School's admission process is personalized and collaborative, designed to determine if the school is the best fit for students with dyslexia or other language-based learning differences. The process involves an inquiry, application, and a personal, in-depth conversation about the child's learning profile and testing.

What they ask for: Psycho-educational evaluation (within two years), Wechsler Intelligence Scale (WPPSI, WISC-V, or WASI) preferred, academic achievement testing, IEP/504 Plan (if applicable), Speech and Language reports (if applicable), Occupational Therapy reports (if applicable), tutor progress reports (if applicable), application and $75 fee, parent meeting, student shadow day, teacher recommendation(s), report cards from the last two years.