About
About Us
Y.A.L.E. School provides a positive approach to learning for students with disabilities ages 3-21 who need a specialized setting in order to benefit from education.
With locations throughout Southern New Jersey, Y.A.L.E. School serves students with social, emotional, learning, and behavioral disabilities from Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Cape May, Gloucester, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, and Salem counties.
Together, Y.A.L.E. School’s programs offer a continuum of educational and support services to meet the needs of a wide range of students.
At Y.A.L.E. School, learning is grounded in best practices and evidence-based approaches; teaching is infused with understanding, praise, and compassion.
Mission Statement
Since 1976, Y.A.L.E. School’s mission has remained consistent:
To provide a structured, enriched, and safe environment that meets each student’s educational needs, and helps each student develop the knowledge and skills to become an independent and responsible citizen.
At Y.A.L.E. School, we believe every student deserves high-quality, evidence-based instructional strategies designed to promote meaningful progress.
We are committed to helping students use the skills they learn in school. To that end, we provide instruction in real life settings – parks, libraries, restaurants, supermarkets, health clubs, and more to prepare our students for success outside of school.
Campus Leaders
Our talented, well-trained teams of career educators and specialists value and respect our students and are deeply dedicated to preparing them to be confidant, capable individuals in the classroom and in future adult environments.
A New Jersey state-approved private school for students with disabilities.
Our programs are fully approved and monitored by the New Jersey Department of Education and comply with state and federal rules and regulations as well as New Jersey Student Learning Standards.
Most students at Y.A.L.E. School are referred by their local school district.
They attend at no cost to parents.
Learn More About Y.A.L.E.
Read about our rich history as well as what we’re doing today.
History
Established in 1976, Y.A.L.E. School was founded by professionals who believed that students with disabilities deserved a responsive and effective learning environment.
Curriculum
Our curriculum prepares each student with the knowledge and skills to become an independent and responsible citizen.
Academics
We use evidence-based teaching methods to maximize each student’s opportunity for intellectual, social, and emotional growth.
Social and Emotional Development
Throughout the day, our staff engages students in activities designed to teach and practice social skills and social problem solving.
Transition
Students have weekly instruction in transition areas including daily living skills, financial literacy, self-determination, and employment skills following.
News
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Events
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Testimonials
Find a collection of testimonials from parents about their families’ experiences at Y.A.L.E. School.
Careers
We are looking for outstanding individuals who are looking to begin or continue their career development in a compassionate, team-oriented environment.
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