The Gillen Brewer School expands possibilities for PreK - 8th grade students with a broad range of language-based learning disabilities.
Our integrated, academic-therapeutic approach and strong family partnerships help students make meaningful strides forward.
Since 1992, Gillen Brewer has used a collaborative approach between teachers and therapists to provide differentiated instruction and seamlessly integrated therapies to help children with a broad range of language-based learning disabilities grow into students who are:
Proud of their Progress
as they become determined, lifelong learners who advocate for themselves and take on new and greater academic challenges.
Excited to Explore
their interests and the broader opportunities created for them within the school and surrounding community.
Prepared to Engage
with the world with the self-confidence and independence gained from learning and thriving among trusted teachers, therapists, classmates, and families.
Gillen Brewer is the best decision I have ever made for my son! I am truly thankful for the changes he has made, it can’t be put into words. - Former GBS Parent
We believe that PreK - 8th grade students with complex learning needs benefit from being in a class of peers with varied strengths and challenges, and we intentionally create cohorts of students with this in mind.
The Classroom
10 month & 12 month options!
Preschool classes have up to 8 students with 1 head teacher and 2 associate teachers
Lower school
The Gillen Program (10-11 students with 1 head teacher and 2 associate teachers)
The Brewer Program (6-7 students with 1 head teacher and 2 associate teachers)
Middle school classes have up to 8 students with 1 head teacher and 1 associate teacher
In addition to the teachers, each class team consists of an occupational therapist, a speech language pathologist, and a school psychologist/social worker.
Our students have a variety of diagnoses, including, but not limited to:
Language-Based Learning Disabilities
Communication Disorders Autism Spectrum Disorder
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Anxiety
Challenges with Sensory Processing and Executive Function Skills
Every Gillen Brewer student has individual needs and challenges, and every family is on a unique journey. So how do you know if Gillen Brewer may be a good fit for your family?
Your Family Needs...
A partner and advocate who understands your child’s unique strengths, challenges, and complex learning needs
An authentic school experience that allows your child to enjoy their formative years in a safe, supportive environment
An open, transparent line of communication with teachers and therapists
Non-Discrimination Policy
Your Child Needs...
A developmentally appropriate program that provides the right level of support and challenge
Time to express themselves creatively through art, music, and various enrichment experiences
Real-world experiences in the community
Affording Gillen Brewer
No application fee
Need-blind admissions process
High reimbursements success rate
Carter/Connors funding
Dedicated reimbursement liaison
Individualized payment structure
Gillen Brewer School admits students of any race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, ability, socio-economic status, education or any other social identifiers to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, ability, socio-economic status, education or any other social identifiers in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic or other school-administered programs
Visit our website for upcoming tours, info sessions, and more info!
410 E. 92nd
NY 10128
Tel: 212-831-3667