OXFORD-CUMBERLAND CANAL SCHOOL

Oxford-Cumberland Canal School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Westbrook Public Schools school district, located in Westbrook, ME with about 296 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 4th 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 28 teachers, Oxford-Cumberland Canal School has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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 Oxford-Cumberland Canal School, located at 102 Glenwood Avenue in Westbrook, Maine, is a specialized educational facility operating under the Westbrook School Department. It serves as a regional therapeutic and alternative learning environment designed to support students who require a more individualized approach to their education than what is typically available in a traditional classroom setting. The school focuses on creating a structured, supportive atmosphere that addresses the unique social, emotional, and behavioral needs of its student population, helping them remain engaged in their academic progress.

The curriculum at the Canal School emphasizes personalized instruction, often utilizing smaller class sizes and a higher staff-to-student ratio to ensure that each learner receives the attention necessary to succeed. By integrating academic rigor with targeted behavioral support and counseling services, the school aims to help students build self-regulation skills, improve their social interactions, and eventually transition back into mainstream educational settings or prepare for post-secondary success. Its presence in Westbrook highlights the district's commitment to providing inclusive educational pathways that cater to diverse developmental and learning profiles.

For more information, contact Oxford-Cumberland Canal School at (207) 854-0840 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.