Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Specialized Education for Learning Differences in Louisville, KY
For over 55 years, The de Paul School has been a leader in educating students with learning differences. Our specialized, multi-sensory curriculum is grounded in evidence-based practices and the science of reading, tailored to meet the needs of students with dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, and ADHD. Every teacher completes 100+ hours of annual professional development, ensuring our faculty remains at the forefront of innovative instruction. With a 98% graduation rate and 93% of alumni pursuing post-secondary education, we empower students to achieve academic and personal success.Our approach integrates specialized instruction into every classroom, fostering an environment where students feel understood and challenged. Parents consistently report that their children rediscover the joy of learning at de Paul, with 87% of alumni crediting the school for shaping their future. Founded in 1925, our legacy is built on transforming lives through personalized education. We serve students across 45 zip codes in Louisville, KY, and welcome families to experience our proven model firsthand through campus tours and consultations with our admissions team.
Services
Dyslexia Support
Dysgraphia Intervention
ADHD Accommodations
Dyscalculia Instruction
Specialized Curriculum
Details
- Year established: 1925
Highlights and features
- 55-year legacy of proven success with learning differences
- Faculty complete 100+ hours of annual professional development
- 100% of teachers trained in science of reading instruction
- 98% graduation rate with 93% pursuing post-secondary education
- Multi-sensory curriculum integrated across all classroom subjects
What people say
Rediscover the joy of learning
Finally understood and supported
98% graduation rate
Personalized instruction success
50% honor roll distinction
Services
Dyslexia Support
Specialized instruction for dyslexia using multi-sensory techniques grounded in the science of reading. Our approach develops phonemic awareness, decoding skills, and reading comprehension through structured literacy methods. Teachers trained in Orton-Gillingham and other evidence-based frameworks deliver personalized instruction that has helped 98% of students graduate ready for high school.
Dysgraphia Intervention
Comprehensive writing instruction addressing dysgraphia through assistive technology integration and handwriting remediation. Our curriculum builds foundational writing skills while developing organizational strategies for written expression. Students gain confidence through scaffolded instruction that has resulted in 50% achieving honor roll distinctions in subsequent schools.
ADHD Accommodations
Tailored classroom environments and executive functioning support for students with ADHD. Our approach combines structured routines, movement breaks, and self-regulation strategies with academic instruction. This holistic model has enabled 87% of alumni to successfully transition to mainstream educational settings with improved focus and organizational skills.
Dyscalculia Instruction
Multi-sensory math instruction addressing dyscalculia through concrete-representational-abstract teaching methods. We build number sense and mathematical reasoning using manipulatives and visual models. Our program has demonstrated success in improving math proficiency for students who previously struggled with traditional approaches to mathematics education.
Specialized Curriculum
Fully integrated multi-sensory curriculum across all subjects designed for learning differences. Our approach embeds specialized instruction in every classroom, combining individualized pacing with evidence-based teaching strategies. This comprehensive model has produced 93% post-secondary education enrollment among graduates while maintaining a 100% science of reading trained faculty.
People
Erin Whicker
Admissions Director
Erin Whicker leads admissions at de Paul School, guiding families through the enrollment process. With expertise in learning differences, she helps parents navigate evaluations and intervention options. Her team provides personalized support to ensure each student finds the right educational path.
Questions
What grades does de Paul School serve?
We serve students in Kindergarten through 8th grade with language-based and attention-based learning differences.
What learning differences do you specialize in?
Our expertise includes dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, and ADHD, with specialized instruction tailored to each student's needs.
How do you support student transitions after de Paul?
93% of our graduates pursue post-secondary education, with our program specifically designed to prepare students for success in mainstream high schools and beyond.
What professional development do your teachers receive?
Every teacher completes 100+ hours of annual professional development, including science of reading training and multi-sensory instruction techniques.
How can families schedule a campus visit?
Contact Erin Whicker, our Admissions Director, to schedule a tour and speak with faculty about your child's specific needs.
What is your student success rate?
98% of our students graduate with a high school diploma, with more than 50% earning Honor Roll distinction at their subsequent schools.
Reviews (4)
Melanie Wachsman
Feb 03, 2019
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We couldn't be happier with The dePaul School! It changed our daughter and our family's life. The school's multi-sensory, challenging curriculum, positive reinforcement, loving staff and faculty, and small classroom size gives every child the opportunity to build confidence and learn at the highest level.
Katie Sanderson
Nov 27, 2018
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Our 1st grade daughter was struggling to stay focused and on-task in her classroom of 20. After months of frustration and defeat, we knew we needed to make a change. dePaul has not only provided a learning environment where our daughter can thrive, but its caring staff have renewed her confidence in herself. Through dePauls small classes, intentional and passionate staff and specifically curated curriculum, our daughter has been able to realize her full potential as a student. The entire campus shows compassion for students who learn differently and truly works to instill intellect, independence
Mary Henry
Nov 10, 2018
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At dePaul the Administrative staff worked with me to help my son be successful more than any other school I have been associated with.
Darci Lewis
Oct 08, 2018
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Our oldest daughter went through de Paul after falling under the radar in OCS. She spent 2 years there, and her confidence and grades soared. She is at SOHS now, Beta Club, and a much happier child. Our son is now at de Paul, and the teachers have been fantastic with him. The school is not cheap, but for us, it has been worth every penny.
