Atlas School / Atlas Foundation for Autism

Atlas Foundation for Autism is a nonprofit special education school in New York City established in 2013, serving 409 students and families with autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, and other developmental challenges. The organization supports children and young adults aged 7 to 21 through individualized educational programs designed to foster social, emotional, and academic growth within a specialized environment.

Small classrooms maintain a 2:1 student-to-teacher ratio with an average size of 12 students, ensuring highly individualized attention. Instruction utilizes a multi-strategic approach combining DIR Floortime™, the SonRise Program™, Natural ABA, and TEACCH methodologies. Beyond core schooling, the school offers afterschool classes, alternative homeschooling supports, clinical speech and occupational therapy, vocational programs, and 1:1 sessions, while staff development ensures educators utilize the latest strategies for supporting individuals with autism and developmental differences.

Families seeking this specialized support can contact the school directly at (212) 256-0846 for program details and tuition information. The organization emphasizes inclusivity through workshops, creative movement classes, and weekend social groups welcoming both neurotypical and neurodivergent students, creating a community focused on developmental progress and social connection.