Prospective Parents
School Lane Charter School is a public, tax-funded K–12 option serving families in the NE Philadelphia and Lower Bucks County area. If you are planning for the 2026 school year, you can register to attend one of our Open Houses, review the admissions steps or connect with our team any time. Online applications will be available on 30th January 2026.
Pennsylvania Department of Education’s overview of Charter Schools provides a neutral explanation of how charter schools work in our state.
Curriculum
The School Lane Charter School K-6 program builds a strong foundation in core subjects while fostering creativity and collaboration, seamlessly transitioning into the globally recognized International Baccalaureate (IB) program for grades 7-12, which prepares students for college and beyond. Learn more about our curriculum:

How to Apply for the 2026 School Year
Applications for the 2026-2027 school year will first be available in-person beginning in November, before online applications open on January 30th.
Enrollment Applications for the 2026-2027 school year will open on Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 9:00 am at our Elementary Campus (K-6) and at our IB Campus (grades 7-12). The Elementary Campus is located at 2400 Bristol Pike and the IB Campus is located at 3350 Tillman Drive, both in Bensalem, PA.
Our upcoming Open House events give families an opportunity to experience School Lane Charter School firsthand. Below are the dates of our upcoming events:
Elementary Campus (K–6), 2400 Bristol Pike, Bensalem, PA
- October 14, 2025 at 6:00 pm 
- October 25, 2025 at 10:00 am 
IB Campus (Grades 7–12), 3350 Tillman Drive, Bensalem, PA
- October 18, 2025 at 10:00 am 
- October 28, 2025 at 6:00 pm 

One School. Two Campuses. A Continuous K–12 Experience
One School. Two Campuses. A Continuous K–12 Experience
School Lane is one school community with two campuses that work together to support students from kindergarten through graduation. Teachers and leaders coordinate curriculum, student support, and family communication so children experience consistent expectations and a smooth transition as they advance in grade.
- Shared mission and values 
- Aligned curriculum that builds skills each year 
- Common approaches to literacy, math reasoning, inquiry, and student wellbeing 
- Counselor support and teacher handoffs during key transitions 
- Regular family updates using the same communication tools across grades 
Elementary Campus (K–6): Strong Foundations
The Elementary Campus focuses on the fundamentals that matter in early years while nurturing curiosity and character.
- Literacy and numeracy taught with clear goals and frequent practice 
- Science and social studies with hands-on learning and real-world connections 
- Arts, physical education, and technology that build confidence and creativity 
- Social-emotional learning in daily routines 
- Targeted support when needed so every child can make steady progress 
Explore the Elementary Campus: Visit the Elementary site


IB Campus (Grades 7–12): Advanced Learning and College Readiness
The IB Campus builds on elementary foundations with rigorous coursework, inquiry, and real-world application. Students strengthen reading, writing, mathematics, science, social sciences, and world languages while developing strong research and presentation skills. They find opportunities in the arts, service, clubs, and leadership. Counselors guide goal setting, course selection, and postsecondary planning.
Explore the IB Campus: Visit the IB Campus site
NE Philadelphia and Location Details
School Lane serves families in the NE Philadelphia and Lower Bucks County areas with campuses in nearby Bensalem, PA. The campus addresses and phone numbers can be found here. If you have questions about transportation or schedules, please contact us.
Admissions Policies and Timelines
For the most current information about eligibility, documents, dates, and placement, please review our official Admissions/Application Procedures page. That page is updated as new details for the 2026 school year are confirmed. If you need assistance at any point, our team is happy to help.
