Springdale Education Center

Springdale Education Center provides a range of educational, clinical, psycho-educational, behavioral and outreach services for youth ages 9-22 who are challenged with serious mental health issues and have engaged in aggressive behaviors and have provided a significant challenge to caregivers.
Springdale Education Center's owner, John Foley, and founder/director, Patti Cutler, believe that all children, regardless of circumstances deserve unconditional regard, and will flourish when they are provided with the resources that they need.
SEC's dedicated and talented staff, under the tutelage of site coordinator Eddie Garcia, Case Management Supervisor Laura Nash and Clinical Supervisor, Mary Bianco provide an environment that is safe, supportive and welcoming.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 2-12
  • Enrollment: 44 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 2-12

Student Body

Total Students
44 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
71%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • Springdale Education Center provides a range of educational, clinical, psycho-educational, behavioral and outreach services for youth ages 9-22 who are challenged with serious mental health issues and have engaged in aggressive behaviors and have provided a significant challenge to caregivers. Springdale Education Center's owner, John Foley, and founder/director, Patti Cutler, believe that all children, regardless of circumstances deserve unconditional regard, and will flourish when they are provided with the resources that they need. SEC's dedicated and talented staff, under the tutelage of site coordinator Eddie Garcia, Case Management Supervisor Laura Nash and Clinical Supervisor, Mary Bianco provide an environment that is safe, supportive and welcoming.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Springdale Education Center?
The application deadline for Springdale Education Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Springdale Education Center located?
Springdale Education Center is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Holyoke, MA.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 2-12
  • Enrollment: 44 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Hampden County, MA is $24,168 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
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