Pre-School Special Education Program
3-5 year olds

The Spotted Zebra Learning Center is an approved special education provider through the New York State Education Department. All of Spotted Zebra's preschool classes are designed to enhance every preschooler's development with additional experiences with on-site speech therapists, physical therapists and occupational therapists.

The Spotted Zebra Learning Center believes in using an integrated, holistic approach to learning, which incorporates language and socialization through peer relations and adult-directed activities. Our small classes allow each child to receive the individual attention needed for a successful school experience. In classes of 12 children, staffing is comprised of 1 special education teacher 1 early childhood teacher and 1 teacher assistant. The program is language-based and includes a multi-sensory, creative, hands-on approach that is based on New York State Educational Guidelines. Each child's Individualized Education Plan is addressed in the context of the curriculum which focuses on cognitive development, language and communication skills and social skills. Licensed therapists, (speech therapist, occupational therapist, physical therapist and counseling/play therapy) are provided on-site as prescribed by each child's Individualized Education Plan (IEP).

Related Services and the Special Education Itinerant Teacher (SEIT)
birth --5 year olds

The Spotted Zebra Learning Center is a licensed provider of related services for children birth through 5 years of age. The Spotted Zebra is able to provide Special Education, Speech & Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy services either on-site or in the natural setting of the child. The services provided are those mandated by your County's Early Intervention Office or school district. All related services are delivered using the Spotted Zebra philosophy of supporting a child's growth through an integrated naturalistic approach.

Evaluations
Parents who have concerns about their child's development may request an evaluation through either their County's Early Intervention Office (birth - 3 years of age) or their school district (3-5 years of age).

Helpful Links:
Information for Parents of Preschool Students with Disabilities Ages 3-5 www.vesid.nysed.gov/specialed/publications/preschool/brochure.htm

The Right School for Your Special Needs Child
http://content.scholastic.com/browse/article.jsp?id=1374

Early Intervention Services: Click for link