Springer School and Center

Springer School and Center is a school in Cincinnati, Ohio dedicated to helping students with learning disabilities to lead successful lives.^[2][3]

The Springer School & Center
School logo
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio United States
Coordinates	39.1327°N 84.4594°W / 39.1327; -84.4594
Information
Type	Independent school
Religious affiliation(s)	Archdioces
Established	1971
Founder	Reuben Runyan Springer
Grades	1-8
Student to teacher ratio	6:1
Accreditation	Independent Schools Association of the Central States[1]
Website	springer-ld.org

History

It was established in 1887 as the Cathedral School for the Archdiocese. Philanthropist Reuben Runyan Springer donated the funds to create the school, which served children with special needs, initially for hearing-impaired students.^[2]

In 1969, a community needs assessment conducted by the University of Cincinnati prompted Springer to expand focus to educating children with learning disabilities. Springer was an archdiocesan school until 1971, when it became an independent elementary school.^[2]

Before 1981, the school occupied several different buildings. In 1981, it moved into the former St. Mary High School.^[2]

Since 1992, Springer has been accredited through the Independent Schools Association of the Central States, see National Association of Independent Schools.^[2]

The Springer Center opened in 1999 to provide information, services, and programs related to learning disabilities.^[2]