Cotting School is a leader in educating students with special needs ages 3 to 22 with moderate to severe learning disabilities, communication needs, complex medical conditions, and/or post-traumatic injuries.  Our mission is to enable students with special needs to achieve their highest learning potential and level of independence. 

Founded in 1893, Cotting is a private, non-profit day school educating students in an inclusive community that fosters academic achievement, skill development, and social-emotional maturity. 

The curriculum follows the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks, and students are taught in small classes organized in lower, middle, and upper schools. We value partnerships among students and families, staff members, public funding agencies, donors, and volunteers. By providing outreach and consulting services regionally, nationally and internationally, we expand our commitment as experts in the field of special education.

HOPEhouse at Cotting School is the next step in transition for young adults with special needs ages 17-22. The program is s a co-ed, five day per week, 180-day boarding school on the Cotting campus. 

Cotting School is approved by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.

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Bridget Irish

Robert Mitropoulos

Michele Russell

Michela S.

Michael Teuber

Leah Thibodeau

Katharine Norregaard

Elizabeth Connor

Aly Robinson

Kelsey Nagle M.ed.

Kathy Tyrer

Julie Lewis

Althea Ioakimidis

Andrea Szekely-Hill

Patricia Salmonson

Amanda Balagur

The Program Support team at Cotting School plays a crucial role in facilitating the educational and developmental needs of students with special needs. Comprised of dedicated Program Assistants and a Program Assistant Teacher, the team collaborates to implement individualized educational plans, provide direct classroom support, and assist with daily activities. They ensure a supportive and inclusive environment that enhances student learning, skill development, and social-emotional growth.

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Therapists Team

Special Education Team

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