Welcome to Provident Charter School!
- Designed for Children with Dyslexia
- Creating Independent Learners
The only school of its kind in southwestern Pennsylvania, Provident Charter School is a tuition-free, public school designed for educating students with language-based learning differences such as dyslexia. The overall structure of Provident Charter School is different than traditional schools as it offers an environment tailored to supporting students who are struggling to read:
- Explicit instruction designed for students with dyslexia
- Flexible, leveled grouping
- Reading intervention programs, such as Wilson Reading System®, offered daily
- Multisensory lessons designed to engage all types of learners
- 1-to-1 student devices that offer individualized assistive technology
- “Home” work is completed at school with the support of teachers for Grades 2, 3, and 4
Just as important as the school’s structure are the compassionate educators and administrators who work with the students on a daily basis. The employees at Provident Charter School have a thorough understanding of our students’ needs and are dedicated to making school a positive, uplifting experience.
Our Schools
Our Mission
Provident Charter School is designed for children with dyslexia and other language-based learning differences to access their potential by providing a high-quality, well-rounded education that is delivered through multisensory instructional methods and individual learning plans. Our students move into high school prepared to succeed and confident in their own abilities.
Fundamental Beliefs
We believe that children with dyslexia flourish in a learning community where:
- the child’s success is the driver of every decision
- the challenges and gifts of dyslexia are deeply understood
- the uniqueness of each child is honored — strengths are built upon; weaknesses are strengthened; and potential is unleashed.
- the child’s academic, personal, and social development share equal priority.
- the partnership among teachers, parents and administration is a daily commitment
PCS Blog
Get Ready for Results
Parents often seek out PCS West for one reason: their child is struggling to read at grade level. But they may have had other challenges too so by the time their child enrolls at PCS West, many parents aren’t sure what to expect from a new school.
Our response: “Get ready for results!”
It’s Not Too Late to Enroll!
It’s “Back to School” time and students are headed to classrooms all over our state. But just because the school year is underway doesn’t mean it’s too late to make a change!! Does your child struggle to read? Are you looking for a new school for your child? Provident Charter West (PCS West) still has spaces available in grades 1-5!
5 Big Benefits of a Small School
Families come to PCS West for so many different reasons. From effective curriculum that engages struggling readers, to our warm and friendly classrooms and commitment to character education – we have a lot to be proud of.
Upcoming Events
Dyslexia Simulation @ PCS West
October 24 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pmHalf-Day Staff In-Service Day
October 25 @ 7:30 am - 11:30 amTrunk or Treat @ PCS West
October 29 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pmHalf-Day Staff In-Service Day
November 8 @ 7:30 am - 11:30 amHalf-Day Staff In-Service Day
November 22 @ 7:30 am - 11:30 am
