KENT ELEMENTARY INTENSIVE LEARNING CENTER

Kent Elementary Intensive Learning Center is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Caesar Rodney School District school district, located in Camden, DE with about 43 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 7 teachers, Kent Elementary Intensive Learning Center has a student/teacher ratio of about 6:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The **Kent Elementary Intensive Learning Center (ILC)**, located in Camden, Delaware, operates as a specialized educational facility within the Caesar Rodney School District. Unlike a traditional neighborhood elementary school, the ILC is designed to provide highly structured, therapeutic, and academic support for students who require an environment beyond what is typically available in a standard classroom setting. The center focuses on students with unique behavioral, social-emotional, or intensive learning needs, ensuring they receive individualized attention in a smaller, more controlled atmosphere.

The primary mission of the Kent Elementary ILC is to provide students with the tools necessary to develop appropriate social skills, emotional regulation, and academic proficiency. By utilizing a multidisciplinary approach that often involves counselors, special education teachers, and behavioral specialists, the school works to foster a supportive environment that helps students work toward their personal goals. The ultimate objective of the program is to equip these students with the skills needed to successfully transition back into their home schools and general education settings whenever appropriate.

For more information, contact Kent Elementary Intensive Learning Center at (302) 697-3504 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.