The Children's Institute

1 Sunset Ave, Verona, NJ, 07044-0704
The Children's Institute's mission is to provide the highest quality educational and therapeutic program for children facing learning, language and social/emotional challenges to achieve their maximum potential as responsible adults in society; to recognize and value students' unique abilities, learning styles and differences; and to serve as a leader in promoting innovative educational programs. To accomplish our mission, TCI places a high value on excellence, communication, empowerment, personal growth/development, mutual respect and trust. TCI offers students a model alternative program for children that nurtures their self-esteem and ability to resolve problems and express their feelings in positive ways. Our program enables children to maximize their learning potential and social-emotional development. TCI is committed to facilitating the successful return of our children, based on their potential, to their local school districts through programs of specialized education, care and counseling in a supportive environment.

School Overview:

The Children's Institute
School Type Special Education School
School Membership(s) Other school association(s)
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades Prekindergarten - Prekindergarten
Student Body
Total Students 160 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 46% (NJ School Avg.: 34%)
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 19 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 8:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)

School Notes:

  • The Children's Institute's mission is to provide the highest quality educational and therapeutic program for children facing learning, language and social/emotional challenges to achieve their maximum potential as responsible adults in society; to recognize and value students' unique abilities, learning styles and differences; and to serve as a leader in promoting innovative educational programs. To accomplish our mission, TCI places a high value on excellence, communication, empowerment, personal growth/development, mutual respect and trust. TCI offers students a model alternative program for children that nurtures their self-esteem and ability to resolve problems and express their feelings in positive ways. Our program enables children to maximize their learning potential and social-emotional development. TCI is committed to facilitating the successful return of our children, based on their potential, to their local school districts through programs of specialized education, care and counseling in a supportive environment.

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