Schools for Children

Operating seven thriving schools and programs in Massachusetts

Dearborn Academy

A Massachusetts 766-approved school

Lesley Ellis School

A program of Schools for Children

Seaport Academy

A Massachusetts 766-approved school for young men

Dearborn STEP

A program of Schools for Children

SFC Extended Learning

A program of Schools for Children

Different Choices Transition Fair, September 2022

Every student deserves the chance to accomplish ambitious learning goals, develop social-emotional literacy, and be supported by caring adults. Schools for Children’s seven programs – each serving a unique student population – help students define and achieve success.

What’s New

Partnership. Flexibility. Support.

At Lesley Ellis School, developing a partnership with parents is key to ensuring student success.

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Groundbreaking

At Schools for Children, reflecting on where we’ve been and where we’re headed, the word “groundbreaking” comes to mind.

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11 Traits of Powerful Mentors

Favored mentors are strong leaders with whom you truly want to work.

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