The Vanguard School

A unique school for unique learners.

The Vanguard School is more than just a school…we are a family. For over 50 years The Vanguard School has been educating students in grades 6-12 who struggle with learning differences. Vanguard provides a safe, welcoming, individualized educational and residential environment within which our students thrive academically, socially, and personally. Small class sizes, individualized curriculum, college and career advising, academic and residential mentors, as well as social and independent living skills are just some of the many things that students receive at Vanguard.

The Vanguard School is a coeducational, day and boarding school in Lake Wales, Florida, for students who learn differently. The school is designed for students who are experiencing academic difficulties due to a variety of learning differences. Their students most commonly experience learning challenges such as: ADD, ADHD, dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia, anxiety disorders and high-functioning autism.

The Vanguard School follows the SACS (Southern Association of Colleges and Schools) curriculum- AdvancED and FCIS (Florida Council of Independent Schools) accreditation.

Headmaster: Harold Maready Ed. S.

• Boarding Fees (2020-2021):
  • Full-time boarding: US$49,000 annually
  • Week-day boarding: US$43,000 annually
  • Day students: US$25,500 annually
  • Residential students: US$700 per term for living expenses such as transport and laundry. US$1,300 for international students.

• Student Population: 120
• Average Class Size: 6-10 students
• Individualised education
• Day and boarding school
• Coeducational – Two girls and two boys boarding houses
• On-campus sports facilities