Discover the Difference: Green Chimneys School | Therapeutic Special Education

Therapeutic education and clinical services integrated with nature-based and animal-assisted programs create an environment at Green Chimneys where every child feels valued, supported and a sense of belonging. Students are empowered through innovative, individualized academic, behavioral and emotional support to achieve their potential and prepare for a brighter future. Learn firsthand from Green Chimneys students, families, and staff how this nurturing community fosters confidence and builds essential life skills. Small class sizes, high staff-to-student ratio, expert clinicians and educators, and a safe, supportive school environment are just a few things that make Green Chimneys School the right choice for many students with special needs. Learn more at https://www.greenchimneys.org/ 00:00 Integrated Approach 02:03 Individualized Support 03:19 Benefits of a Nature-Based Setting 05:07 Building Relationships ------ Green Chimneys School Green Chimneys School, a New York State 853 school, is designed for students in grades K-12 who have been unsuccessful in a traditional educational setting, and benefit from a highly structured and supportive program. The therapeutic special education program incorporates academic, behavioral and emotional support in a comprehensive learning environment to help each child achieve new skills and confidence, and return to their home school district with the best chance of success. A professional staff of educators, social workers, psychologists, nurses, speech pathologists and occupational therapists, familiar with the complex needs of students in a special education setting, guide children in the development of coping and self-regulation skills and building upon their individual strengths, in collaboration with their families. Green Chimneys’ unique nature-based approach integrates animal-assisted activities, horticulture and outdoor exploration into therapeutic treatment and education programs. Children considered for Green Chimneys’ therapeutic programs are youth aged 6-16 upon admission, who are struggling with a variety of social, emotional and behavioral challenges related to: Anxiety Disorders, Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorders, Bipolar Disorder, Impulse Control Disorder, Mood Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Reactive Attachment Disorder, or School Phobia and Refusal. The Green Chimneys Difference: animal-assisted therapy, human-animal interactions, enriched academic curriculum meeting New York State standards, experiential learning environment, innovative nature-based approach, horticultural activities, self-regulation skills, crisis prevention and intervention, focus on individual needs and abilities, work-based learning, on-site clinical services and therapeutic support, family-centered, high staff-to-student ratio, experienced educators and special education professionals. Learn more at https://www.greenchimneys.org/