Whitney Hall School
A Supportive School Environment Where Students Can Learn, Grow, and Thrive
For some students, a traditional classroom isn’t the right fit.
Whitney Hall School provides a structured, supportive learning environment where students can re-engage with school, build confidence, and experience success - academically, socially, and emotionally.
What Is Whitney Hall School?
Whitney Hall is a K–12 approved private special education day school serving students whose needs cannot be met in a traditional public school setting.
Students typically have Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and benefit from a more individualized approach that integrates academics with therapeutic support.
Whitney Hall may be a good fit for students who:
- Are experiencing behavioral or emotional challenges that impact learning
- Need a more structured, supportive classroom environment
- Benefit from smaller class sizes and individualized attention
- Have not found success in a traditional school setting
Program At-A-Glance
Grades: K–12
Class Size: Fewer than 10 students
Support: Teacher in each classroom & paraprofessionals
Services: Academic, therapeutic, and vocational support
Schedule: Full-day program & summer school
Placement: District-referred and funded
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Why Families and School Districts Choose Whitney Hall
Families and school districts choose Whitney Hall for a combination of strong academic support and a highly structured, therapeutic environment.
Small, Highly Supported Classrooms
With fewer than 10 students per class, each student receives individualized support throughout the day.
Integrated Therapeutic Support
Students have regular access to social workers and additional services such as speech, occupational therapy, and behavioral support as needed.
A Focus on the Whole Student
Whitney Hall supports both academic progress and social-emotional development, helping students rebuild confidence and reconnect with learning.
What to Expect at Whitney Hall
Students experience a structured, engaging school day designed to support both learning and growth.
- Small-group, individualized instruction aligned with each student’s IEP
- Standards-based academic curriculum with ongoing progress monitoring
- Transition between classes (middle and high school) to build independence
- Built-in social-emotional support throughout the day
- Hands-on learning, including culinary, horticulture, and art
- Enrichment, recreation, and structured activities
A 5-week summer program is also available, including credit recovery for high school students.
Preparing Students for What’s Next
Whitney Hall focuses on helping students move forward with confidence.
- Students are supported in:
- Re-engaging with academics
- Building social and emotional skills
- Developing independence and real-world readiness
Our team works closely with districts and families to ensure each student is prepared for their next step.
How Placement Works
Placement at Whitney Hall is coordinated and funded through a student’s school district.
Step 1.
Districts submit referral packets for review
Step 2.
The Whitney Hall team evaluates whether the program is a strong fit
Step 3.
Families and students may visit or tour the school
Useful Links
School Calendar
Anti Discrimination Policy
Wellness Policy
Practice Assessment
Triennial Summary
Wellness Policy Evaluation
Policy Assessment