BRENNEN SCHOOL (THE)

Brennen School (The) is a Title I public school that is part of the Christina School District school district, located in Newark, DE with about 433 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 12th 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 97 teachers, Brennen School (The) has a student/teacher ratio of about 4:1. 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 Brennen School, located in Newark, Delaware, is a specialized educational facility operating under the Christina School District. It is primarily recognized as a state-wide program designed to serve students with significant cognitive disabilities and complex support needs. The school focuses on providing a highly structured, therapeutic, and individualized learning environment, often catering to students who require more intensive assistance than what is typically available in a general education setting.

The curriculum at the Brennen School is deeply rooted in functional life skills, academic adaptation, and social-emotional development. By maintaining small class sizes and utilizing a multidisciplinary team—which often includes special education teachers, therapists, and behavioral support staff—the school aims to foster independence and improve the quality of life for its students. Their approach emphasizes preparing students for the transition into adult life while ensuring that each individual’s unique learning and physical requirements are met within a supportive school community.

For more information, contact Brennen School (The) at (302) 454-2202 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.