Siena School


The Siena School is a private 4th–12th grade school located in Silver Spring, MD. Its mission is to prepare "bright, college-bound students with language-based learning disabilities, such as dyslexia, to become confident, curious learners who understand their personal strengths and gain the tools and strategies to excel."

History

The Siena School was founded in 2006, serving students in grades 5-9. They were originally located at the Montgomery Hills Baptist Church along Georgia Avenue in Silver Spring, MD. The school expanded to serve students in grades 4-12, and moved into its permanent location on Forest Glen Road in 2013. Siena is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools. The school’s namesake is Siena, Italy for two reasons: this Tuscan city is well-known for its art, a theme which Siena incorporates into its day-to-day curriculum, and Catherine of Siena, their patron saint, did not learn to read until later in life and often used accommodations like dictation.

Academics

The Siena School’s curriculum is framed around the Common Core Standards and National Standards. Multisensory techniques, experiential learning, and guest speakers are key components of every class. Siena's arts program includes studio art, photography, and music classes, and spans across all divisions. Students participate in the arts every day as they are often strong visual learners.