Stepping Stones School

The Arc of Essex County's Stepping Stones School is a private non-profit school, designed to meet the developmental and learning needs of children with cognitive impairments including children with Down syndrome. Students are provided with the most up-to-date therapy and educational techniques to achieve their highest potential.
Stepping Stones offers support for children ages three to ten in preschool and primary settings.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 30 students
  • Average class size: 8 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details

Student Body

Total Students
30 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
48%
State avg.: 40%

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
8 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Sue Wilson
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Stepping Stones School offer a summer program?
Yes, Stepping Stones School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
When is the application deadline for Stepping Stones School?
The application deadline for Stepping Stones School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 30 students
  • Average class size: 8 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Essex County, NJ is $19,757 for elementary schools and $28,128 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Essex County, NJ is 67% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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