Middle School

Via the stairs, the two-story ramp, or the elevator, the move to the second floor is an important stride toward independence. Classes are still highly structured and students remain with the same group for most of the day. Yet, here students begin to explore outside interests and concentrate on the skills of daily living.

At the middle school level, faculty effort shifts from primarily nurturing social and emotional development to fostering emerging maturity. There is a transition from playgroup activity to introducing daily life skills. 

Click here to see a video about the curriculum at Cotting School.