First Children School

Welcome to
First Children School!

First Children School in Fanwood is a New Jersey Department of Education approved private school for students with disabilities serving students in grades PreK through high school. We specialize in educating students with multiple disabilities including those who are medically fragile, developmentally, intellectually, or physically disabled, deaf or hard of hearing, and/or visually impaired.

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Students in their classroom, one student is sitting at her desk and she is playing with a model she made.

Education

First Children School is a stepping off point for children with disabilities who need highly specialized educational and therapeutic services for some period in their lives.

  • Cutting edge technology
  • Specialized teachers for the deaf and hard of hearing
  • Specialized teachers for the blind or visually impaired
  • High school vocational program
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Years of
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3:1

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Year Average
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Teachers of
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Curriculum

First Children School utilizes the New Jersey Student Learning Standards curriculum, modified for the learning of our students. The preschool follows the HighScope as well as the Creative Curriculum. 

Every student receives instruction in mathematics, language arts, science, social studies, character education, music, and health. Classroom activities, as well as field trips, enhance the curriculum.

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Testimonials

I love the staff, therapists, teachers, aids and nurses at the First Children School. They do a great job and my daughter loves going to school every day!
- Parent of FCS Student
The First Children staff are extremely compassionate. There isn’t a person in the school that doesn’t know my child. They are all very compassionate and welcoming. From the principal to the nurses, to the teachers, to the aides, even security… you name it, they’re amazing and professional! It truly has been a blessing to see such an amazing staff work collaboratively to meet the needs of every child.
- Parent of FCS Student
I know that my son is in a school that cares for him and I have a lot of communication with the teacher throughout the day, which I appreciate. They always keep me informed about my son and they are all very respectful and friendly!
- Parent of FCS Student
I’ve seen my child make tremendous growth and develop so much while at First Children School. The school works to meet each individual child’s needs based on their IEP. They also keep families abreast of the progress their children are making!
- Parent of FCS Student
My son has been attending the First Children School for fourteen years. The staff is excellent and I cannot thank you guys enough for all the help and love you give my son.
- Parent of FCS Student
Since Ryan started First Children at age 3, we have noticed a tremendous difference in his behavior. The dedication from the entire staff dealing with all the challenges Ryan has, is truly amazing. First Children has been a huge inspiration in helping Ryan grow.
- Parent of FCS Student
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Who we serve

Studening who is deaf being signed to by a teacher using ASL.

Deaf and Hard of Hearing

A visually impaired student with her teacher. She is dark skinned and wearing glasses.

Visually Impaired

A dark skinned student and his therapy staff member during a session.

Behavioral Support

Medically Fragile

Our cutting-edge services

Therapeutic Services

A dark skinned little boy sits in the nurses office while a light skinned female nurse applies a nebulizer to his nose.

Full Time Nursing Staff

A dark skinned student sits in her chair and it smiling at her teacher.

Medical Clinics

Children in front of a school bus. One is in a wheelchair and the other is standing next to him..

Extended School Year

Enrichment Therapies

A dark skinned boy in his wheelchair. He is with his teacher.

Life Skills Instruction

A group of students in their wheelchair sit at a table.

Vocational Skills

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Cutting Edge Technology

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Visit our Family Support page with resources and tutorials for the families of our students

Family Support Services

We have the best team available to educate and care for your child. And YOU are an important part of our team!

We have an open door policy, so parents are always welcome to observe classes or therapies. We also provide informational and support services, like our free weekly sign language class.

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