THE LINCOLN CENTER (TLC) is a non-profit education and social services organization serving students and families in the Greater Philadelphia Area for over 47 years.
Founded in 1970 and incorporated in 1983, TLC is one of the region`s largest community-based organizations providing alternative education, coaching, and counseling services to public school students and their families.
Currently, TLC is comprised of fourdivisions: TLC Leadership Academy, School-based Counseling, Community Counseling Center, and Victim Services.
TLC's Leadership Academy is a PA licensed private academic school (LPAS) serving students in Grades 7-12 in Montgomery County, PA and surrounding areas. At the heart of TLC's Leadership Academy is the trademarked Transformational Education pedagogical model, which is a blended approach to learning that emphasizes both academics and behavioral health.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Tlc Leadership Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1970
Student Body
Total Students
30 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
63%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- THE LINCOLN CENTER (TLC) is a non-profit education and social services organization serving students and families in the Greater Philadelphia Area for over 47 years.
- Founded in 1970 and incorporated in 1983, TLC is one of the region`s largest community-based organizations providing alternative education, coaching, and counseling services to public school students and their families.
- Currently, TLC is comprised of fourdivisions: TLC Leadership Academy, School-based Counseling, Community Counseling Center, and Victim Services.
- TLC's Leadership Academy isa PA licensed private academic school (LPAS) serving students in Grades 7-12 in Montgomery County, PA and surrounding areas. At the heart of TLC's Leadership Academy is the trademarked Transformational Education pedagogical model, which is a blended approach to learning that emphasizes both academics and behavioral health.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Tlc Leadership Academy?
The application deadline for Tlc Leadership Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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