Ivy Street School

Ivy Street School is a private residential and day school in Brookline, MA, specifically designed for young men and women (ages 13-22) navigating autism spectrum disorder, brain injuries, and other neurological challenges. The school provides a highly specialized learning environment with an average class size of just 6 students, ensuring that each student receives the focused attention and individualized instruction necessary for their unique developmental and learning needs.

The curriculum is comprehensive, offering academic plans tailored to each student's specific education level alongside vital life skills and vocational training. To support holistic development, the school integrates individual and group therapy, adaptive physical education, and restorative therapies, including physical, speech, and occupational therapy. Extracurricular opportunities such as rock climbing, basketball, and football are available to promote physical wellness and social engagement in a supportive setting.

As part of MAB Community Services—a nonprofit organization dedicated to individuals with disabilities since 1903—Ivy Street School offers a stable, long-standing foundation of support. The school provides programs for grades 9-12, including post-graduate year options and summer school, with rolling admissions available to accommodate transitioning families.