CALVERT COUNTRY SCHOOL

Calvert Country School is a Title I public school that is part of the Calvert County Public Schools school district, located in Prince Frederick, MD with about 44 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 10 teachers, Calvert Country School 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.

Calvert Country School, located in Prince Frederick, Maryland, is a specialized public educational facility operated by the Calvert County Public School system. It is dedicated to serving students with significant developmental, intellectual, and multiple disabilities. The school provides a highly supportive and structured environment tailored to students aged 3 through 21 who require intensive individualized instruction that may not be available in a traditional general education setting.

The school’s curriculum emphasizes functional life skills, communication, physical development, and community integration to help students reach their maximum potential. By utilizing a multidisciplinary approach, Calvert Country School integrates specialized instruction with a range of therapeutic services, including speech, occupational, and physical therapy. Their mission focuses on fostering independence and enhancing the quality of life for all students, ensuring they have the tools necessary to participate as fully as possible in their homes and the local community.

For more information, contact Calvert Country School at (443) 550-9910 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.