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Braintree St. Coletta Day School Programs

Braintree St. Coletta Day School offers a vast array of services to our students. While not all-inclusive, the listing below provides an overview of many of these services.

Language Development is provided by our speech and language program using a total communication approach to foster speech and language development within functional activities. Speech and language therapy is conducted within the classroom setting to promote a consistent carryover of each student's individual objectives.

Adapted Physical Education, Occupational Therapy, and Physical Therapy provide emphasis on each student developing his or her physical potential through corrective therapies, sensory integration, motor development programs, adapted aquatics, movement therapies, therapeutic horseback riding, individual and team sports, and participation in Special Olympics.

Recreational Activities are offered within the regular school day program on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. A variety of age appropriate social and recreational activities are offered along with activities for personal growth and enrichment.

The Arts Program provides for an appreciation of art and music through a variety of opportunities to use different media. The therapeutic value of creativity is emphasized.

The Home, Community, and Social Skills Training Program provides hands-on training in functional community and adult daily living skills necessary for gaining the highest degree of independence.

The Pre-vocational Workshop and Work Experience Program provides students with opportunities to participate in work activities commensurate with their abilities at the on-site workshop, the off-site workshop, and various volunteer sites in the community.

Behavioral Management Services is based on an Applied Behavior Anaylsis and emphasizes specific behavior and intervention plans and contracts which focus on positive reinforcement to enhance adaptation and learning in various environments. Consultation is provided by a Board Certified Behavior Analysist on an as needed basis.

Clinical Services includes individual assessments, Behavior Specialist. Information and referrals to outside providers are made for students and their families.

Adult Evening School is a 10-week program offered in the fall and the spring. It provides recreational, educational, and social opportunities for persons with disabilities who are over the age of 22. Classes offered include: reading and writing, physical activities, arts and crafts, and computer games and activities.

Curriculum and Services: In addition to our specialized school program, Cardinal Cushing Center, Braintree offers many other services such as: Academic Readiness Activities for Daily Living, Crisis Intervention, Functional Academics, Occupation Therapy, Physical Therapy, Pre-vocational/Vocational Training, Psychological Evaluations, School Nursing Services, and Social Skills Development.

Coming Soon! Braintree St. Coletta Day School is in the process of developing and extended day program with the hope of beginning this program in September 2009. Check back here for details or use the information below to contact us directly for details.

For more information about the Braintree, please contact us at:

85 Washington Street.
Braintree, MA 02184

or Call:
(781) 848-6250
(781) 848-0640 (fax)


Director of Education