Mission: The Bridges School at The Therapy Place is a private elementary school serving children from preschool through 5th grade. We employ the skills and expertise of physical, occupational, and speech therapists, as well as educators, parents, and other staff. The main goal of Bridges is to empower children through adaptive learning in a safe and accessible environment, to achieve their highest learning potential with a focus on independence, life-skills, and socialization. We believe in using a transdisciplinary approach to meet the individual needs of the whole child.
Our Classroom: Bridges is designed to provide a comprehensive educational model that supports students’ unique academic and therapeutic needs. Our program is a good fit for students who receive at least two rehabilitative therapy services (such as OT, PT, or Speech Therapy), need modified instruction in a small group setting, or have been diagnosed with moderate to severe intellectual disabilities. Our students thrive in a self-contained classroom and may present with multiple disabilities, typically including orthopedic, neurologic, cognitive, and sensory limitations.
Therapy Integration
The Therapy Place requires that children in the Bridges Program receive therapies from The Therapy Place in order to get the maximum benefit of effective and seamless collaboration. Our therapists and administrative staff facilitate the transition of therapies to The Therapy Place therapy schedule. As we understand waiting lists at TTP and relationships with existing therapists may make this difficult, we will work with families on a case-by-case basis if moving therapies is not feasible at this time. In those cases, we ask any outside therapists to participate in our transdisciplinary model.
Program Fees
The Therapy Place, Inc. does not participate in insurance plans or ABC vouchers for this program, and bills directly to the family. The cost of the program is $13,500/year for the full day program and $8,100/year for half day option (preschool only). Fees can be paid in full, twice a year, or billed monthly at $1,250/full time and $675/part time. Families who choose to pay tuition in full at the start of the academic year will receive a 10% discount. Scholarships, where applicable, are implemented on a sliding scale based on financial need. If you’re ready to apply, visit mytads.com.
Program Admittance
Admittance into Bridges is based on a variety of factors including our staff, facilities/equipment, and the needs of the current students. The Therapy Place does not have a nurse on staff, therefore, may not be equipped to address certain medical needs. Please refer to the Enrollment Steps for enrollment process.
For more information on the Bridges Program check out FAQs!
Forms to start the enrollment process:
Bridges Preschool/Developmental Screen
If you have any specific questions, contact Lindsey Duerr, Bridges School Principal, at lduerr@thetherapyplace.org.
For more information on how you can help, consider a donation to the Hannah Brunson Memorial Scholarship Fund via our donate page.