The Center School is a special education school in Somerset, NJ, specializing in support for dyslexia, ADHD, and learning differences.
The Center School is an approved private school in Somerset, NJ, specifically designed to serve students with disabilities from Kindergarten through age 21. The school focuses on a holistic approach to development, striving to educate students socially, emotionally, and academically. With an average class size of just 6 students, the school provides a highly personalized learning environment tailored to individual needs.
The school offers specialized programming for students with dyslexia, language-based learning differences, and ADD/ADHD. To support these diverse learning profiles, The Center School provides a dedicated multidisciplinary team, including School Social Workers, Therapists, and Special Education teachers. This integrated support system is designed to equip every child with the essential skills required for a successful and independent future.
Beyond academics, students can engage in a wide variety of extracurricular activities, ranging from Robotics and E-Sports to Art and Theater. The school also offers athletic programs such as soccer and basketball, as well as summer school and post-graduate options. Admissions are handled on a rolling basis, and tuition rates are determined by the NJ DOE.
| School Type | Special Education School |
| Year Founded | 1971 |
| Tuition Notes | Tuition rates are determined by the NJ DOE |
| Total Students | 101 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 24 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 20 |
| Average Class Size | 6 |
| Grades Offered | Kindergarten-12 |
| Admissions Director | Kerri Spotts |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 90 |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Sports | Basketball · Indoor Soccer · Soccer · Softball · Track and Field |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Art Club · Cooking Clubs · Dungeons and Dragons Club · E-Sports League · Explorers Club · History Club · Minecraft Club · Pride Club · Robotics Club · Arts and Music Programs: · Choir · Theater Production · Recreational Athletic Programs: · Bike Club · Intramural Sports |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | National Association of Private Special Education Centers · Other associations(s) for exceptional children |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| School Calendar | www.thecenterschool.com/_files/ugd/9e893b_6121e831d6354eba98f64fc0666de348.pdf |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Offers Post Graduate Year | Yes |
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