Walbridge FAQs
These are some questions that Walbridge School is frequently asked. If your question is not addressed below, please contact us. We welcome your inquiry.
Where is Walbridge School located?
Walbridge School is located on the west side of Madison at 7035 Old Sauk Rd, just north of West Towne Mall. We are located off several major Metro bus routes. To contact Walbridge, phone the main office at 608-833-1338.
Who attends Walbridge School?
Walbridge attracts a diverse student population from communities throughout the greater Madison area.
How many students are in each class?
To facilitate the continual assessment and individualized instruction essential to a Walbridge experience, classes are kept small, with no more than eight to ten students per class. For more intensive remediation, groups may be as small as two or three students. Classes and groups are designed to be as cohesive as possible, with special consideration paid to the age, social and language needs of the students involved. Overall, Walbridge maintains a student/teacher ratio of eight to one in core classes and small group or individual tutoring when needed.
What is the relationship between Walbridge and the surrounding community?
Walbridge works in tandem with other area schools to provide the best possible educational experience for students with learning disabilities. We provide a vital service to all schools challenged with finding the appropriate educational setting for students to meet their complex learning needs. This collaboration is becoming a top priority at Walbridge, helping to facilitate the students’ transitions back to their local schools and broader communities.
A vital work of Walbridge School extends far beyond our doors. We also serve as a training site for local teachers and professionals in the community, maintaining a close working relationship with private specialists, and others involved with childhood learning and development.
How does Walbridge help students socially?
Many people do not realize that social skills, like academic skills, can be taught. Because certain learning disabilities make it difficult for students to acquire and maintain friendships, we offer specific classes to help students develop and refine these vital social skills. Many children with learning disabilities feel that they have failed because they do not learn as quickly or as easily as their peers. As a result, their sense of self-worth often suffers. At Walbridge, students' experience of academic success reinforces their self-confidence and developing social skills, reducing those feelings of failure and encouraging personal growth.
Can my child enter Walbridge mid year?
Yes. Walbridge accepts new students at any point during the school year, space permitting. Therefore, it is not unusual for students to begin at Walbridge School mid-year.
