Wingate School Competitors

The New England Center for Children (NECC) is a private, nonprofit center for autism treatment, education, and research with a global presence. We are dedicated to our mission: to empower those with autism through comprehensive care, education, and research. NECC provides a comprehensive structure to help children with autism at every stage: day and residential programs; partner classrooms in public school systems; consulting services; ABA curriculum software for schools and organizations; and ongoing research on educational best practices.

Beacon College is a nonprofit liberal arts school and America's first accredited baccalaureate program dedicated to educating students primarily with learning disabilities, ADHD, dyslexia, and other learning differences. Beacon was founded in 1989 by a group of parents who were concerned by the lack of higher-education opportunities for students with learning disabilities. Education support services include a Writing Center and a Math lab equipped with assistive technology, learning specialists, life coaches, counselors, peer mentors, and occupational therapists available to assist students with their academic and personal goals.

Catlin Gabel is a co-educational, independent day school in Portland serving 760 students in preschool through 12th grade. The school’s roots reach back to 1859. The 1957 merger of the Catlin Hillside School and Gabel Country Day School established the highly respected school that flourishes today. Generations of students and alumni are connected by shared experiences and beloved traditions. Catlin Gabel is a progressive, challenging, innovative, multicultural institution of exceptional quality that values each person’s effort, imagination, and contribution to the community and that adapts to changing times while remaining fiercely loyal to its philosophy and mission. Distinguishing attributes include an outstanding academic program at all levels, extraordinary student-teacher relationships, and a sense of warmth and mutual support. The Pacific Northwest Association of Independent Schools accredits Catlin Gabel. CORE VALUES • Relationships • Spirit of inquiry • Community • Critical and creative thinking • Experiential learning • Integrity