Admissions Fast Facts
Admissions Main Contacts
Julian Parham Santana – Director of Admissions, Marketing, and Outreach
Telephone: 212-831-3667 Ext. 219
Email: julian@gillenbrewer.com
Admissions Requirements
Admissions Videos/Virtual Parent Interviews
- Upon review of application GBS will request:
- Videos of prospective student engaged in activities per GBS guidelines
- Virtual interview with parent/caregivers(s) and GBS Staff
In-Person Playdates/Interviews (On Hold)
- Upon review of application GBS will schedule:
- Preschool: 30 minute “playdate” with an Admissions Officer while parent/caregiver(s) meet with Head of School and/or Psychologist for Social History
- Elementary School-Age: 1-hour interview: 30 minutes with an Admissions Officer and 30 minutes with a Program Director while parent/caregiver(s) meet with Head of School and/or Psychologist for Social History
Open Houses
- Please refer to our
Open House Registration Page for a listing of our open houses and to register
- Open Houses are by appointment and for adults only
Upon Acceptance
- Non-refundable tuition deposit
- Signed Enrollment Contract
Age Requirements
- Preschool students range from 2.8-5 years old and must be 3 years old by October 31st
- Elementary School-Age students range from 5-10 years old and must be 5 years old by December 31st
2021 – 2022 Tuition
Program |
Tuition |
Preschool -- 8:1:2
(8 students, 1 Head Teacher, 2 Associate Teachers) |
$102,500 |
Elementary School-Age -- 10:1:2
(10 students, 1 Head Teacher, 2 Associate Teachers) |
$90,500 |
Elementary School-Age -- 6:1:2
(6 students, 1 Head Teacher, 2 Associate Teachers)
|
$130,000 |
Please Note: Students who require additional services, such as medical accommodations, beyond those included in Gillen Brewer School’s base tuition may incur additional costs.
Tuition Support
- The Gillen Brewer School does not offer financial aid, however, we value a socioeconomically diverse community. If your family requires tuition support, please contact the Admissions Team directly.
Gillen Brewer Fast Facts
History in Brief
- The Gillen Brewer School was founded in 1992
- Named after the founders’ grandmothers, Mattie Gillen and Virginia Brewer, to underscore the importance of family
Student Body
- Student body is comprised of children who are challenged in the areas of speech and language, gross and fine motor skills, sensory, learning, and social/emotional development
- 86 students enrolled in preschool through elementary school
- Preschool Class Size: 8:1:2 (8 students, 1 Head Teacher, 2 Associate Teachers)
- School-Age Class Size: 6:1:2 (6 students, 1 Head Teacher, 2 Associate Teachers)
10:1:2 (10 students, 1 Head Teacher, 2 Associate Teachers)
- Our current student body hails from 4 out of 5 boroughs but can also serve the greater NYC area
- Cultural, racial, ethnic, religious, gender, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic diversity is welcomed and well-represented
Faculty/Staff Body
- Over 60 faculty and staff
- All of our Head Teachers and Therapists are NY State licensed
- 5 Full-Time Speech and Language Pathologists
- 10 Head Teachers
- 5 Full-Time Occupational Therapists
- 21 Associate Teachers
- 5 Full-Time Doctorate-Level Psychologists
- 3 Special Subject Teachers (Art, Music, Science)
- 3 Nurses
- 10 Administrative Staff
Curriculum Approach
- School-Home Partnership Program, including:
- Parent/Caregiver Support Groups, Parent/Caregiver Workshops, Sibling Workshops, Grandparents’ Day
- Adherence to NY State Common Core Standards
- Differentiated instruction to meet each student’s individual learning needs
- Integrated multidisciplinary approach to engage students and make learning more meaningful
Curriculum Enrichment
- Special subjects include Art, Music, and Science
- Asphalt Green Sports Program – Activities have included:
- Swimming, Gymnastics, Soccer, Basketball, Martial Arts, Yoga, Floor Hockey, Baseball
- Students engage in numerous enrichment programs throughout the year such as:
Facilities
- Allergy-aware facility
- Building designed for children with sensory and learning issues
- 10 Classrooms
- Art Studio
- 2 Sensory Gyms
- Rooftop Playground
- 10 Therapy Rooms
- Music/Multipurpose Room
- Library
- Nurse’s Office
Bus Service
- Free door to door school bus pick-up and drop-off provided by the Office of Pupil Transportation (OPT) for eligible students
School Hours
Doors Open: 8:15 AM
Class Starts: 8:30 AM (Preschool - School-Age)
Dismissal: 2:00 PM (Preschool), 2:30 PM (School-Age)
Life After Gillen Brewer
- GBS works with families and students to instill self-confidence and build a strong foundation for lifelong learning and independence
- Transition Staff prepares students for the process and transition of moving on to another setting
- Exmissions Team works closely with families to secure the child’s next appropriate placement