For Maine Families

Williams Bridge Academy in Rye, New Hampshire serves Maine students in grades 3–12 with dyslexia, language-based learning disabilities, ADHD and other learning differences. Maine students are regularly enrolled at WBA, and many come to us from southern Maine.

Is WBA approved for Maine students?

Yes. WBA is approved by the New Hampshire Department of Education to provide special education and related services, and the State of Maine accepts the NHDOE’s approval of our program. WBA was founded in 1985 as Learning Skills Academy.

How placement and funding work

Most WBA students are placed by their local school districts, which cover much of the cost. If you think WBA may be the right fit for your child, talk with your child’s IEP team. Districts can also contact WBA directly, and we’re glad to talk with your district’s special education staff. Tuition and related service charges are set by the State of New Hampshire. Families can also enroll privately. Learn about tuition.

Getting to school

WBA does not provide transportation. When a school district places a student at WBA, the district arranges and pays for transportation. For privately enrolled students, we can help families connect with local bus services.

What your child will find at WBA

Small classes: typically 3 to 5 students in the Lower School (grades 3–8) and 4 to 7 in the Upper School (grades 9–12)
One-to-one Literacy and Math Labs, using approaches including Orton-Gillingham and Lindamood-Bell
A language-based approach in every subject
Speech-language therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy and counseling according to each student’s IEP
Adventurelore outdoor learning twice a month, plus field studies and overnight trips for older students
A high school diploma option. WBA is approved by the NHDOE to grant diplomas.

Visit WBA

Call our main office at (603) 964-4903 to talk with our Executive Director and schedule a tour. Parent tours usually take 1 to 1½ hours. See the admissions process.