ACDS provides preschool special education or integrated classroom instruction and related services to children, ages 3 to 5 years of age, who are classified with special needs by their school district’s Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE). Educational services are offered in a center-based classroom setting, five days a week (half and full day schedules). Emphasis is placed on the acquisition of skills in the following areas: preacademics aligned with New York State Preschool Standards, language and communication, socialization, adaptive skills, and gross and fine motor development. The goal of our preschool program is to provide our children with the foundational skills necessary for success upon transition into the public school system at age 5.

Children receive a distinctive readiness program reflected in their Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) that provides the solid preparation for entry into kindergarten and transition into district public school settings.

Our curriculum is also enhanced through “specials” including music, movement and exercise, adaptive physical education, and library in addition to computer training, health and safety instruction, nature study and field trips. When designated on the child’s IEP, transportation services are provided.

Our authorized classes include Full day 12:1:2 classes for children with disabilities,
Full day integrated 15:2:2 and Half day 12:1:2 classes.

We are also authorized to operate classes for children on the Autistic spectrum, as described under ABA Programs

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