Special education and residential treatment for complex behavioral and mental health needs in Rochester, NY
Hillside Children's Center - Andrews Trahey Campus provides comprehensive, specialized support for children and young adults from birth to age 21. The center is specifically designed to address complex needs, offering a range of child welfare, behavioral, mental health, and family development services. For youth requiring intensive, 24/7 care due to severe emotional disturbances, the campus offers residential treatment options within a structured cottage or community-based group home setting.
The campus features dedicated Campus Schools that provide specialized special education services to students enrolled in Hillside's Residential Treatment programs. Serving grades 5-12, the educational environment is supported by highly trained specialists who focus on the unique therapeutic and academic needs of each student. The center utilizes a holistic approach, integrating individual and family therapy to stabilize and empower families navigating significant behavioral and mental health challenges.
As a nonsectarian provider, Hillside emphasizes active parental involvement in the entire care and treatment process. The campus provides a supportive, therapeutic environment where students can work toward stability and development. Admissions are handled on a rolling basis, allowing for flexible entry as families seek intensive support and specialized educational services.
| School Type | Special Education School |
| Year Founded | 1837 |
| Total Students | 65 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 23 |
| Grades Offered | 5-12 |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 31 |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |