Otto Specht School (2026 Profile)

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Otto Specht School

260 Hungry Hollow Rd
Spring Valley, NY 10977

Tel: (845) 352-5020 Ext. 130

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Otto Specht School serves students with learning, social-emotional, and communication differences.

We're a small independent school grounded in the principles of Waldorf education where learning is human-centered, creative, and deeply connected to the rhythms of nature.

At Otto Specht School, each student can belong, shine, learn, and thrive.

Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Special Education School
Grades: Kindergarten-12
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Type

Special Education School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Waldorf Schools of North America
New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-12

Offers Post-Graduate Year

Yes

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, 2e Learners, sensory processing differences, executive functioning challenges, speech & language differences, anxiety-related school challenges, school refusal

Summer School Offered

Yes

Student Body

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Academics and Faculty

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

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School Notes

School Motto: Belong. Shine. Learn. Thrive.

We support diverse learners by nurturing intellectual curiosity, creativity, and academic growth. Students are challenged while receiving the individualized support they need to succeed. Visual arts, woodworking, music, speech, cooking, gardening, handwork, animal care, and movement are not occasional additions - they are integral to our curriculum and school philosophy.
Small class sizes and highly-personalized approaches meet every student where they are in their development. Executive functioning and general life skills are supported with care and intention through Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech & Language Therapy, and psychological support.
Everything we do is built on a foundation of strong, trusting relationships. We know students are free to learn when they feel safe, respected, and supported.

Source: Verified school update

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Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Special Education School
Grades: Kindergarten-12
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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