FAQs

The Quad Preparatory School serves twice-exceptional (2e) children. Twice-exceptional children are extraordinary individuals who are intellectually advanced or have high academic potential (which is often referred to as “gifted”) in tandem with learning and/or social-emotional differences that require a flexible, creative learning environment. 

Children at Quad Prep are neurodiverse and may carry a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia, a specific learning disability, anxiety, and/or executive functioning needs.

Quad Prep is a special educational setting specifically designed for twice-exceptional children. Quad Prep is not a “therapeutic school” (which is often associated with a more restrictive setting). We are unable to support children who are persistently aggressive. Additionally, Quad Prep is not able to support students with Substance Use Disorders.

Though we do require tuition payment prior to your student’s full enrollment, Quad Prep families have successfully sued the Department of Education for Carter funding.

As part of our DEI mission to make Quad Prep an accessible choice for families throughout our city, we are proud and excited to welcome families who may qualify for Connors funding.

Please consult an experienced attorney who specializes in Special Education for more information about Carter and Connors funding and eligibility.

Quad Prep applicants come from a variety of school environments: mainstream and special education schools, private and public schools, boarding schools, and even homeschooled. Our applicants come from throughout New York City and New York State, as well as from many other US states and abroad.

The application requires a parent statement, a teacher evaluation, and a neuropsych evaluation. Families should plan to submit their child’s most recent neuropsychological evaluation, conducted within the last two years.