Special education school in Bloomfield, NJ for grades 3-12 with small classes and individualized therapeutic support
Westbridge Academy is a special education school in Bloomfield, NJ serving students in grades 3–12 with mild learning differences. The school's core mission is to help students strengthen academic and social skills through a blend of therapeutic and educational intervention, preparing them to return to public school, pursue vocational training, or continue to post-secondary education. With just 48 total students and an average class size of 5, Westbridge provides individualized attention in a small, structured environment where students can build confidence and competency.
The school's strength lies in its highly trained and dedicated professional staff who integrate evidence-based strategies from special education and psychology. Westbridge combines academic instruction with therapeutic supports designed to address the whole student—academically, socially, and emotionally. The school also offers summer programming and a post-graduate year option for students who need additional time to transition successfully.
Westbridge Academy is tuition-funded by sending school districts, and admission operates on a rolling basis. The school is a member of the National Association of Private Special Education Centers and ASAH Private Special Education, reflecting its commitment to professional standards and best practices in special education.
| School Type | Special Education School |
| Year Founded | 1973 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $25,000 |
| Tuition Notes | Tuition paid by sending school districts |
| Total Students | 48 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 12 |
| Average Class Size | 5 |
| Grades Offered | 3-12 |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 91 |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | National Association of Private Special Education Centers · ASAH Private Special Education |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| School Calendar | westbridgeacademy.org/calendar |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Offers Post Graduate Year | Yes |