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First Children School

Welcome to
First Children School!

First Children School in Fanwood, Union County is a New Jersey Department of Education approved private school for students with disabilities serving students in grades PreK through high school. We specialize in educating students with multiple disabilities including those who are medically fragile, developmentally, intellectually, or physically disabled, deaf or hard of hearing, and/or visually impaired.

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Education

First Children School is a stepping off point for children with disabilities who need highly specialized educational and therapeutic services for some period in their lives.

  • Cutting edge technology
  • Specialized teachers for the deaf and hard of hearing
  • Specialized teachers for the blind or visually impaired
  • High school vocational program
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Teachers of
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Curriculum

First Children School utilizes the New Jersey Student Learning Standards curriculum, modified for the learning of our students. The preschool follows the HighScope as well as the Creative Curriculum. 

Every student receives instruction in mathematics, language arts, science, social studies, character education, music, and health. Classroom activities, as well as field trips, enhance the curriculum.

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Testimonials

I love the staff, therapists, teachers, aids and nurses at the First Children School. They do a great job and my daughter loves going to school every day!
- Parent of FCS Student
The First Children staff are extremely compassionate. There isn’t a person in the school that doesn’t know my child. They are all very compassionate and welcoming. From the principal to the nurses, to the teachers, to the aides, even security… you name it, they’re amazing and professional! It truly has been a blessing to see such an amazing staff work collaboratively to meet the needs of every child.
- Parent of FCS Student
I know that my son is in a school that cares for him and I have a lot of communication with the teacher throughout the day, which I appreciate. They always keep me informed about my son and they are all very respectful and friendly!
- Parent of FCS Student
I’ve seen my child make tremendous growth and develop so much while at First Children School. The school works to meet each individual child’s needs based on their IEP. They also keep families abreast of the progress their children are making!
- Parent of FCS Student
My son has been attending the First Children School for fourteen years. The staff is excellent and I cannot thank you guys enough for all the help and love you give my son.
- Parent of FCS Student
Since Ryan started First Children at age 3, we have noticed a tremendous difference in his behavior. The dedication from the entire staff dealing with all the challenges Ryan has, is truly amazing. First Children has been a huge inspiration in helping Ryan grow.
- Parent of FCS Student
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Who we serve

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Deaf and Hard of Hearing

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Visually Impaired

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Behavioral Support

Medically Fragile

Our cutting-edge services

Therapeutic Services

Full Time Nursing Staff

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Medical Clinics

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Extended School Year

Enrichment Therapies

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Life Skills Instruction

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Vocational Skills

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Cutting Edge Technology

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Family Support Services

We have the best team available to educate and care for your child. And YOU are an important part of our team!

We have an open door policy, so parents are always welcome to observe classes or therapies. We also provide informational and support services, like our free weekly sign language class.

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First Children Services is an equal opportunity employer and provider. Our agency prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. All individuals featured on our website and social media have expressed written photo consent.

Our Teachers of the Deaf provide in class support as well as individualized instruction. An audiologist provides consultative services and monitoring.

At FCS, our full-time teachers of the Visually Impaired provide individualized care and curriculum to students, as well as consultative sessions. We have state of the art braille writers, equipment and tools to fit every student’s needs. 

Students can receive 1:1 Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy, as well as push in services to the classroom.

Our teachers, staff and school nurses are trained in the total care of students that have significant medical issues.

Physical, occupational, speech and feeding therapy are provided individually as well as in small groups. Educators and therapists meet daily to discuss goals and treatment planning.

We offer a wide range of school based clinical services. These include Physiatry, Neurodevelopmnental, Audiology/Speech/Feeding, Orthotic, and Rehabilitative. Parents are encouraged to participate.

Our 7-week long summer program gives new youngsters the opportunity to become acquainted with their new school in a particularly low-key environment, and it allows current students to maintain learning that is hard to retain over long summer breaks.

We utilize music, pet, and horticultural therapies in our curriculum. 

Our students learn to explore their environments. Field trips, community based instruction as well as interactive presentations help to broaden knowledge and generalize skills.

Vocational skills encompass a wide range of competencies needed for employment, including skills such as time management, effective communication, team work, positive attitude, and problem solving. 

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