William Penn Charter School

I have two children in the school, one elementary and one in middle. We have been there for four years now, and really love the school. It is small and friendly, cozy and safe feeling for the kids. The teachers and administration are very accessible, and all the teachers seem to know all the kids. I have also had a positive experience with the school and having a child with an IEP as well. The school is very much a part of the neighborhood, and the Friends of Mifflin do a great job.

There is a lot to like about this school including small class sizes, many caring teachers, and the (relatively) low tuition. But know that their stated commitment to diversity and embracing neurodiverse students is a lie. Numerous students have been pushed out in recent years because the school said they were unable to offer even minor supports for students. If your child has even minor challenges with ADHD, autism, anxiety, etc. be very aware that they can and will kick you out not because anything bad has happened but just because it’s “too much work” for their staff to implement supports that most public school teachers do in their sleep.