AIM Academy
Grade Level: Elementary, Middle School, High School/College Prep School
About
For 20 years, AIM Academy has helped students who think and learn differently discover what’s possible. The Philadelphia area’s largest school for students with language-based learning differences, AIM serves students in grades 1–12. Its research-informed approach combines rigorous academics and individualized support with a vibrant, engaging school experience. Students learn by doing through immersive experiences that bring academics to life, while exploring STEAM, the arts, athletics, technology, travel, and real-world opportunities. Along the way, they build confidence, independence, and self-advocacy. At AIM, students are known, supported, and challenged as they develop the skills to thrive in college and beyond.
Awards or Certifications:
- PAIS, ADVIS, PBIDA, Wilson Accredited Training Partner
- Excellence in Education Love Award 2026 - Main Line Parent and Philadelphia Family
- zSpace Educator of the Year 2026: Aaron Brill
- Education Insider Top 10 Directors of College Counseling 2026: Amanda Tingle-Oline
- Outstanding Visual Arts Community designation by the Pennsylvania Art Education Association (PAEA)
- IDA-accredited literacy training for educators
- Member Haskins Global Literacy Hub
What is your teaching or educational philosophy?
AIM seeks to transform and empower lives through literacy. Founded on the belief that students with language-based learning differences can thrive in a rigorous academic setting, AIM Academy combines highly skilled teaching with ongoing access to current research, evidence-based practices, technology, and leading experts in literacy and learning. For 20 years, AIM has put research into practice every day, helping students build the skills, confidence, and independence to succeed in school and beyond. Through AIM Institute for Learning & Research, that work extends nationally, with more than 62,000 educators and 13,000 leaders having benefited from AIM professional learning across the country and the world.
What is your mission statement?
Provide extraordinary educational opportunities to children with language-based learning disabilities such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia, utilizing research-based intervention strategies and an arts-based learning environment that is college preparatory in scope and sequence.
Develop a center for educational excellence and professional development to disseminate best practices to educators by providing access to the latest research-based curriculum, technology, and training.
Enrollment
395