In an atmosphere of warmth and enthusiasm, the Special Needs Department offers a variety of programs, a caring and experienced staff, and a nurturing environment for children 2 years 6 months-5 years of age. The programs best serve children who have delays in communication, motor and/or social development. Every child is encouraged to explore, experiment, create, and progress at a rate comfortable for her/him. We foster the development of positive self-esteem and help promote independence using hands-on activities. There is special emphasis on development of language, fine and gross motor skills, social interaction and self-help abilities. The “Toward Tomorrow Pre-School Program” is licensed by the New York State Department of Education.
For more information, please contact:
Amy Sullivan
Special Education Services Director
(914) 472-7265
School Term: Tuesday, September 3, 2019 – Friday, June 26, 2020
Welcome to our School!
State Funded Preschool
2 1/2 Years – 5 Years Old
Toward Tomorrow offers self-contained classes of 8 or 12 children and integrated classes (SCIS) of 17 children. Child placement is based on review of child’s evaluations, Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and meeting with child and parent(s). We are approved by the Education Department of New York State and have an absolute charter with The NY State Board of Regents. There is no cost to families for state funded classes, evaluations and/or related services. Our curriculum follows the state’s pre-school educational guidelines with an emphasis on experiential based learning. Monthly theme instruction is enhanced through engagement in music, gymnastics, swimming, and other enrichment activities. Speech, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Counseling are provided throughout the school day in our private speech suites and state of the art sensory gym.
Monday-Friday
Half day: 12:15pm – 2:45pm
Full-day: 8:45-2:45pm
Evaluations
Do you have concerns about your child’s development? We can help! Parents may request an evaluation through their school district. Our team of therapists conduct complete multidisciplinary evaluations for children ages 2 years 6 months to 5 years. We provide you and your school district with written reports and attend scheduled CPSE meetings with you to determine what services, if any, your child is eligible to receive.
Related Services
We also provide speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, individual or group counseling and parent training to children in Westchester County who have these services mandated on their IEP. Services are provided in our private speech suites or state of the art sensory gym. Speech, occupational and physical therapy are also available on a private pay basis. Please call 914-472-7808 for more information.