Stepping Stones is an innovative learning program for infants, preschoolers and children up to age 9 who have developmental disabilities. Individualized instruction and therapies create ongoing opportunities for each young child to develop cognitive, physical, social and communication skills. An important aspect of this program is its educational and supportive involvement with parents.
| At-A-Glance |
| Serving: |
Infants, preschoolers and primary grade children through age 9. |
| Where: |
19 Harrison Avenue, Roseland, NJ 07068
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| When: |
Weekdays, September through mid-June, with a six-week extended year option |
| Phone: |
862-210-8781
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The Stepping Stones Children
Stepping Stones programs are specially designed to answer the needs of children birth to 9-years-old with Down syndrome or other developmental disabilities. Eligibility for the program is determined by the Stepping Stones Transdisciplinary Team, which conducts a thorough evaluation.
“One-on-One” Concept
Stepping Stones is unique in subscribing to a one-on-one concept for many of the children. This is accomplished with the assistance of more than 90 volunteers who are drawn from the community. Both trained volunteers and professional staff work together toward clearly defined student goals.
Our Programs
Our private school offers support for children ages 3 to 9. Each child in the Stepping Stones School has an Individualized Education Plan formalized by the parents and Child Study Team of the sending school district.
Our private Early Intervention program for children birth to 3 years old is structured to meet and strengthen every aspect of development during this critical growth period.
Tuition
Children in pre-school and our primary grade classes receive sponsorship and transportation services from their local school districts. Our Early Intervention program is free for children ages birth to 18 months and offered at a low monthly tuition for children ages 18-36 months.
Parent Groups
Parents in the Early Intervention program meet regularly in support groups facilitated by a social worker.
All parents are welcome to attend our monthly evening parent group, the North Jersey Parent Support Group.
Parents and caregivers also participate in instructional and therapy sessions and attend workshops on current issues related to parenting and child development.
For more information, , please visit our website or use our inquiry form. |
