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Legal documents filed against Perkiomen School, an elite, private boarding school in Pennsburg, Pennsylvania, detail allegations of sexual abuse. Survivors have come forward accusing administrators of institutional negligence and failing to provide a safe environment. Instead, it appears school staff prioritized the institution’s reputation over the safety of students. It is alleged that abuse at Perkiomen School spanned over decades.

This page will explain the allegations made against Perkiomen School, detail the legal process, including the rights of sexual abuse survivors, and describe the steps necessary to take legal action.

Perkiomen School Lawsuit Updates

October 17, 2025: New PA Legislation Targets AI Deepfakes Involving Minors

A state legislator in Pennsylvania has introduced legislation that would make it unlawful to share sexually explicit deepfakes of a minor. The law would close a current loophole in the state’s child abuse reporting laws. Peer-to-peer sexual abuse is common, and this law would protect children who are abused by other children. Such abuse is allegedly common at Perkiomen School, where it’s said teachers and staff turned a blind eye to abuse occurring at the school.

August 2025: Additional Sexual Abuse Survivors Encouraged to Come Forward

Current and former students of Perkiomen School in Pennsylvania are encouraged to come forward if they were the victims of sexual abuse or other crimes at the school. Lawsuits are currently being filed against the school, alleging administrators were negligent and failed to provide a safe environment for students. According to some reports, abuse occurred over the span of decades, with little to no action by administrators.

December 2024: Lawsuit Filed Against Perkiomen School Alleging the Sexual Assault of a 7-year-old Boy

A lawsuit accusing the school and the headmaster of institutional negligence was filed. Legal documents allege a 7-year-old boy was sexually abused by a 12-year-old on or about February 3, 2024. The lawsuit also indicates that prior incidents of abuse occurred, and that the school failed to protect children from harm by allowing the 12-year-old to remain on campus and have access to secure areas throughout the elite private school.

August 2024: Lawsuit Filed Alleging Sexual Abuse of Athlete at Perkiomen School

A 17-year-old female student athlete has filed a lawsuit against the Perkiomen School, alleging there was sexual abuse while she attended the boarding school. Legal documents detail that the young woman was sexually assaulted by a male student and that administrators were aware of the assault before dismissing her from the school.

February 2024: Allegations of an Incident of Sexual Abuse Involving a Minor

According to court documents, an incident occurred at Perkiomen School, located in Pennsylvania, involving the sexual abuse of a minor. Accusations include that a 7-year-old boy was sexually abused by a 12-year-old boy. Headmaster Mark A. Devey is accused of failing to provide a safe environment for students and children present on campus.

About the Perkiomen School Lawsuit:

About the Perkiomen School in Pennsburg, PA

The Perkiomen School is a private, coed day school and boarding school located in Pennsburg, Pennsylvania. It was founded in 1875 and is known for its motto: Solvitur vivendo (it is solved by living). The school was renowned for providing an elite liberal arts education for students in grades 6 through 12. One of its selling points is a staff-to-student ratio of 1:8. During the course of its storied history, the school has educated thousands of young people.

Despite its prestige, the institution now faces allegations of abuse. Legal documents accuse the school and its headmasters of failing to provide a safe environment. Accusations include that abuse went on for decades without action by the institution. Survivors say that despite receiving reports of misconduct, the school chose to prioritize its reputation over the safety of its students.

What Are the Allegations Against Perkiomen School?

Abuse survivors who attended the Perkiomen School in Pennsylvania allege that the institution covered up reports of sexual misconduct, incidents of grooming, and inappropriate relationships between students. Legal documents allege that abuse often went on for decades without action by the school, mirroring patterns of abuse found at other private schools in the state.

Some lawsuits accuse the institution and its administrators of deliberately concealing allegations of sexual abuse and misconduct, allowing perpetrators to continue to inflict harm on students. Administrators are further accused of failing to turn over allegations of abuse to authorities.

Who Committed Crimes of Sexual Abuse at Perkiomen School?

It is alleged that crimes of sexual abuse, misconduct, and concealment were perpetrated by faculty, staff, and students at the school. In one case, a 17-year-old student athlete alleges that she was sexually assaulted on campus by another student and then dismissed from the institution after reporting the abuse. In another instance, the parent of a 7-year-old boy alleged that an older child sexually abused her son on campus.

According to both lawsuits, administrators at Perkiomen School failed to act, allowing the alleged perpetrator to access secured parts of the campus. Both lawsuits allege administrators knew of the abuse and the toxic culture at the school, but failed to take action to ensure the safety of the students. Lawsuits not only take aim at individuals, including the headmaster, but also at the school as a whole for failing to protect students.

Who Were the Victims of Sexual Abuse at Perkiomen School?

According to filed lawsuits, victims of sexual abuse at Perkiomen School included male and female students. Due to the nature of the school, these students often lived on campus without their parents and were under the supervision of school staff.

Legal documents detail the long-term suffering of many of the survivors. Reports include that sexual abuse survivors suffered from mental and emotional health issues, including PTSD, anxiety, and depression, as a result of the trauma. A body of scientific literature has documented connections between experiencing sexual abuse as a child and developing psychiatric conditions as an adult .

It is important to note that many victims of sexual abuse do not come forward for years. Research shows that delayed disclosure of child sexual abuse is common . The reason for delayed disclosure is often complex, but it may be due to feelings of shame, fear, guilt, or the inability to report it to a trusted person. In some cases, children have been known to suppress memories of sexual abuse only to discover it years later.

How Did Perkiomen School Fail to Protect Its Students?

Legal documents assert that institutional failures at Perkiomen School allowed for sexual abuse to occur among students. Failures at Perkiomen School include:

• Failing to perform comprehensive background checks
• Failing to turn over reports of abuse to authorities
• Failing to take action against students who were caught abusing others
• Failing to install proper physical security measures
• Dismissing students who brought forth allegations of abuse

The allegations against Perkiomen School are not unique and represent a broader pattern of neglect and abuse found in some Pennsylvania private schools. Lawsuits filed against these institutions allege schools prioritized prestige over the safety of their students.

Who Can File a Perkiomen School Sexual Abuse Lawsuit?

Anyone who is a survivor of sexual assault at Perkiomen School may be able to file a lawsuit against the institution. The best way to determine eligibility in a Perkiomen School sexual abuse lawsuit is to speak with a qualified attorney. An attorney can help assess your case and determine the best course of action. Perkiomen abuse survivors are encouraged to come forward when they are ready to do so. Filing a sexual abuse claim can bring a sense of justice and drive accountability from the school.

People may be able to file a Perkiomen School sexual abuse lawsuit if:

• They survived any form of sexual abuse at Perkiomen School.
• A staff member, faculty member, coach, or other adult associated with Perkiomen School engaged in or tried to engage with any type of sexual interaction with them.
• A student forced any sort of unwanted sexual advance or interaction with them.

What Damages Can I Recover From a Perkiomen School Lawsuit?

Individuals who survived sexual abuse or misconduct while attending Perkiomen School or while on campus may be entitled to damages. Damages in a Perkiomen School lawsuit may include economic and non-economic losses.

Potential damages in a Perkiomen School lawsuit:

• Medical expenses
• Therapy costs
• Psychological treatments
• Pain and suffering
• Loss of earning capacity
• Lost wages
• Diminished quality of life

In some instances, survivors may be eligible for punitive damages, which are designed to hold institutions accountable for their negligence or wrongdoing.

How Can I File a Perkiomen School Lawsuit for Sexual Abuse?

Sexual abuse survivors may be able to file a lawsuit against Perkiomen School. Coming forward can reveal the institutional negligence that occurred at this elite boarding school.

Steps to file a Perkiomen School lawsuit for sexual abuse:

1. Contact an attorney experienced in private school sexual abuse litigation.
2. Engage in a confidential case review to help determine lawsuit eligibility.
3. Gather evidence to help substantiate the claim, including school records, medical records, and personal or professional statements.
4. File the lawsuit in the appropriate courthouse prior to the expiration of any legal deadlines.

An experienced attorney will provide guidance throughout the legal process, including engaging in negotiations and pursuing a settlement. If a favorable settlement cannot be reached, the case may be set for trial. Attorneys, well-versed in sexual abuse lawsuits, will help to protect the confidentiality of all survivors.

Estimated Perkiomen School Lawsuit Settlement Amounts

Perkiomen School lawsuit settlements are expected to vary significantly depending on the circumstances. Factors such as the severity of the abuse, impact to the survivor’s quality of life, availability of evidence, and ability to prove institutional negligence or misconduct will determine possible settlements.

Every case is unique, but prior settlements in sexual abuse cases reached into the hundreds of thousands or millions.

What is the Deadline to File a Perkiomen School Lawsuit?

The deadline to file a lawsuit about childhood sex abuse depends on the age of the survivor at the time of their abuse. For those abused after 2019, Pennsylvania’s House Bill 962 gives individuals who were sexually abused as a child (under the age of 18) until age 55 to file a civil lawsuit. Individuals who were sexually abused between the ages of 18 and 23 have until the age of 30 to file a civil lawsuit. Survivors are encouraged to come forward to ensure their voices are heard. Individuals who do not file a lawsuit within the statute of limitations may be barred from recovery. An experienced attorney can help you understand the statute of limitations for your case.

Contact a Perkiomen School Lawyer

Sexual abuse survivors can experience difficulties throughout their lives. Despite the deep impact abuse has on survivors, many institutions fail to implement the protections necessary to safeguard students and staff. Survivors are encouraged to contact an attorney in order to help hold these institutions accountable.

King Law has extensive experience filing sexual abuse cases against private schools and other institutions. Contact (585) 270-8882 to schedule a free, confidential consultation. During the case evaluation, an attorney will help to determine eligibility, explain legal deadlines, and explore the next steps in pursuing compensation. Survivors are encouraged to act quickly to ensure cases are filed within any applicable statutes of limitations.

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