Melmark New England is a special education school in Andover, MA specializing in ABA-based support for complex neurobehavioral needs.
Melmark New England provides highly specialized education and support for children and adolescents with developmental disabilities and significant, complex neurobehavioral challenges. The school utilizes a science-based, best-practices treatment philosophy grounded in the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to help each student reach their greatest level of independence across all skill areas and environments.
The program offers a comprehensive range of evidence-based services, including educational, vocational, clinical, residential, and healthcare supports. With an average class size of just 6 students and a dedicated staff of 23 teachers, Melmark New England creates a small, structured environment of warmth, care, and respect tailored to the unique needs of each individual.
Melmark New England emphasizes a collaborative approach, seeking to partner closely with families to design personalized services that meet both the student's and the family's specific needs. Admissions are handled on a rolling basis, and the school operates as a nonsectarian institution in Andover, MA.
| School Type | Special Education School |
| Year Founded | 2024 |
| Total Students | 138 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 23 |
| Average Class Size | 6 |
| Grades Offered | Inquire with school |
| Admissions Director | Liz McRae |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 30 |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| School Calendar | www.melmark.org/events |