Business Details
36 Years
experience
Specialized Education for Every Student
Founded in 1990 by Karen Smith, our school was established to provide individualized attention and small-class instruction for students who struggle in larger educational settings. Over three decades, we have maintained our mission of creating a nurturing environment where students receive tailored accommodations. Our block schedule enhances learning through longer class periods that allow deeper subject exploration and reduced daily transitions. We specialize in supporting diverse learners through differentiated instruction, executive functioning skill development, and a cross-curricular model that bridges academic gaps.Our dedicated faculty combines research-based practices with personalized support, ensuring students build confidence, self-advocacy skills, and collaborative abilities. With weekly counseling, clubs, and electives, we foster holistic growth while maintaining rigorous academic standards. Our graduates leave with clear post-secondary plans that highlight their strengths, supported by a community that values both academic and personal success.
Services
Middle School
High School
Music
Computer Science
Studio Art
Counseling Services
Learning Specialist
Block Schedule
College Support
Special Education
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of experience in special education with small class sizes
- Our block schedule allows deeper learning and reduced academic stress
- We provide personalized learning plans for diverse student needs
- Our faculty specializes in executive functioning skill development
- We maintain a nurturing environment with 100% college preparatory focus
What people say
Restored confidence
Outstanding music department
Nurturing environment
College preparation success
Personalized support
Services
Middle School
Our middle school program combines academic rigor with social-emotional development through small classes and personalized instruction. Students receive tailored support while building foundational skills across core subjects. The block schedule allows deeper exploration of material with reduced transition stress.
High School
The high school curriculum prepares students for college and career readiness through individualized learning plans and executive functioning skill development. Small classes ensure personalized attention while maintaining college preparatory standards. Graduates receive comprehensive post-secondary planning support.
Special Education
We specialize in supporting diverse learners through differentiated instruction and specialized accommodations. Our program addresses various learning styles with expert guidance in a nurturing environment. Services include learning specialists and customized support plans.
Counseling Services
Weekly counseling sessions focus on social-emotional development and self-advocacy skills. Our counselors work with students to build confidence and interpersonal skills. The program supports academic success through personalized emotional development strategies.
Block Schedule
Our block schedule features longer class periods that reduce daily transitions and allow deeper subject exploration. Teachers incorporate interactive lessons and project-based learning. This structure creates a balanced environment for academic and personal growth.
Questions
What grade levels does Smith School serve?
We serve middle school and high school students requiring specialized educational support in New York City.
How does the block schedule benefit students?
Our block schedule reduces transitions, allows deeper learning, and incorporates interactive lessons through extended class periods.
What special education services are available?
We provide learning specialists, executive functioning support, and personalized accommodations for diverse learning needs.
How does the school prepare students for college?
All graduates receive personalized post-secondary planning with 100% college preparatory curriculum and application support.
Are there arts programs available?
Yes, we offer music, studio art, and computer science electives with semi-annual student showcases.
Reviews (4)
Gladys Lopez
Jun 15, 2016
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The Smith School is a very special place. Students immediately feel comfortable and welcomed in this small, supportive environment. We pride ourselves on individualized attention!
Rosa P.
May 13, 2014
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The school is good for those who blend in with the rest of the group if you are different they will used you take-your money and send you to a different floor away from the favorites ones,offered empty promises when they have what they wanted from the beginning the money you no longer needed.my son was used on fake graduation with the possibility to come back for a real graduation he was never invited and that was the end of that,as of mother it hurt me what happen but my son he does not understand what happened,idont understand why this school do this to these kids that believed in them,until
Katherine K.
Mar 05, 2011
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Our son, brilliant and in trouble due to his Asperger Syndrome and bipolar disorder, couldn't find any school that fit his needs for both advanced academics and a nurturing and very flexible environment. In fact, we couldn't believe after a while that such a school existed. Our education lawyer recommended the Smith School, and as soon as we walked in the door we could tell it was a different kind of place. The Smith School is amazingly flexible and responsive to student needs, with tiny classes tailored to the individual, and smart, caring teachers. When our son's disabilities
D. L.
Feb 12, 2011
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I currently have an 11th and 12th grader at The Smith School. My son, the 12th grader, began attending last winter, after a series of events that resulted in his inability to follow a routine school schedule. Smith worked with him, and his special needs, and slowly enabled him to regain his ability to work on par with his fellow students. In addition, they were able to enhance his studies with a variety of music classes and enrichment activities. He will be graduating this year. My daughter transferred from one of the large New York City specialized schools. There she felt, lost in the shuffle
