MOUNT PLEASANT-COTTAGE SCHOOL

The Mount Pleasant-Cottage School (MPCS) is a specialized educational institution located in Pleasantville, New York, serving students who require a therapeutic and highly structured learning environment. Affiliated with the Jewish Board of Family and Children’s Services, the school is designed for students—often residential—who face significant social, emotional, and behavioral challenges that prevent them from succeeding in traditional public school settings. The school emphasizes a holistic approach, integrating rigorous academic instruction with intensive therapeutic support to help students build self-regulation skills, improve academic outcomes, and eventually transition back into less restrictive educational environments.

The school’s curriculum is fully accredited and follows New York State educational standards, but it is delivered through a trauma-informed lens. Small class sizes and a high ratio of staff to students allow for individualized attention, ensuring that each student’s unique psychological and academic needs are met. Beyond the classroom, the school fosters a supportive community atmosphere, focusing on restorative practices and skill-building to help students develop the personal stability and social competence necessary to thrive both during and after their time at the facility.