Growing Seeds Learning Academy - Somerset

New Road School of Somerset opened in 1989 as the second campus of New Road Schools, starting in a modest schoolhouse on Cortelyou Lane with 60 students. We moved to our current Cottontail Lane building in 2006. Today we are a New Jersey Approved Private School for Students with Disabilities, serving students ages 11 to 21 who have learning, language and social challenges. Instruction follows each student's IEP and New Jersey curriculum standards, delivered in small classes with one-on-one, tutorial-based support. Math moves through a skills-application sequence with practical work like time management and personal finance, and students take every course required for a New Jersey diploma, including financial literacy and foreign language. Related services include speech and language therapy, occupational and physical therapy, counseling and social skills training. Our transition program gives students real work experience. On campus they run culinary, production and computer recycling jobs. Off campus they work at sites like ShopRite and Nissan with a job coach, then progress to independent placements such as Outback Steakhouse. We also offer extended school year and video production.

The Center School is a specialized educational institution dedicated to empowering students with learning disabilities and complex educational challenges. Established in 1971, the school's core mission is to provide a nurturing environment where each child can thrive academically and socially, supported by highly trained staff who recognize and cultivate their individual strengths. The Center School offers a range of tailored programs and services designed to meet the diverse needs of its students. Key offerings include individualized education plans (IEPs), speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, and social skills groups. The school employs evidence-based methodologies such as the Orton-Gillingham approach for reading instruction and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) techniques to support behavioral development. Additionally, students benefit from a variety of extracurricular activities that foster engagement and confidence, ensuring a holistic educational experience. What sets The Center School apart is its commitment to maintaining low student-teacher ratios, allowing for personalized attention and support. The campus is equipped with advanced technology to prepare students for a digital world, and the school emphasizes community integration and vocational training to enhance life skills. With a focus on reducing anxiety and school avoidance, The Center School creates an environment where students can reach their fullest potential and develop a passion for learning.