Birchtree is a nonprofit special education school in Portsmouth, NH, offering year-round instruction and ABA therapy
Birchtree is a nonprofit special education school in Portsmouth, NH, uniquely serving as the only year-round school in the state dedicated exclusively to students with autism. The school provides a specialized learning environment for students ranging from Pre-K through grade 12, as well as post-graduate options, ensuring continuity of care and education throughout the year.
The curriculum is specifically designed for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, developmental delays, and/or multiple disabilities where autism is a primary diagnosis. To support each student's unique needs, Birchtree integrates individualized instruction with Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy directly into the school day, providing a highly structured and therapeutic approach to learning.
As a nonsectarian institution, Birchtree offers a casual dress code and operates on a rolling admissions basis. Because the school operates year-round, including summer programming, it provides a consistent and stable routine that is essential for many students navigating autism and developmental challenges.
At a Glance
TypeSpecial Education School
GradesPrekindergarten-12
Est.2002
DeadlineNone / Rolling
School Information
| School Type | Special Education School |
| Year Founded | 2002 |
| Grades Offered | Prekindergarten-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference Programs
Learning Programs Supported
Autism Spectrum DisorderDevelopmental Delayand/or Multiple Disabilities (with one of those disabilities being autism)
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Offers Post Graduate Year | Yes |