LAURA LEE THERAPEUTIC DAY SCHOOL

Laura Lee Therapeutic Day School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Lowell school district, located in Lowell, MA with about 23 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 7 teachers, Laura Lee Therapeutic Day School has a student/teacher ratio of about 3:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The Laura Lee Therapeutic Day School, located at 235 Powell Street in Lowell, Massachusetts, is a specialized educational facility operating under the Lowell Public Schools district. It is designed to provide a highly structured and supportive learning environment for students who require intensive social, emotional, and behavioral support. By integrating academic instruction with therapeutic services, the school aims to help students develop the coping strategies and behavioral skills necessary to succeed, with the ultimate goal of transitioning them back into a general education setting whenever possible.

The program is characterized by a multidisciplinary approach, utilizing a team of educators, counselors, and support staff to address the unique needs of each student. Because the school functions as a therapeutic day placement, it emphasizes individualized education plans (IEPs) that prioritize both mental health stability and academic progress. Through smaller class sizes and a trauma-informed environment, the Laura Lee School fosters a safe space where students can work toward personal growth and educational achievement despite the challenges that necessitated their placement in a specialized program.

For more information, contact Laura Lee Therapeutic Day School at (978) 937-7655 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.