William E. Carter School
A Boston Public School providing specialized education for up to sixty students with significant cognitive disabilities and complex medical needs, from early childhood through young adulthood. Our team delivers intensive instruction in Augmentative and Alternative Communication and Early Emergent Literacy Skills, ensuring each student receives the support they need to learn and grow.
Why Choose The Carter School?
Our dedicated team of teachers and therapists, work together to create a
comprehensive educational plan tailored to meet your child's academic, physical,
and emotional needs. By fostering a collaborative environment, we ensure each
student receives the support and guidance they need to reach their full potential.
Designed for Learning
Our state-of-the-art facility is designed to support students
with disabilities, providing a safe, accessible, and engaging
space for learning.With 12 classrooms organized into three pods,
we maintain a low teacher-to-student ratio and small class sizes
to ensure individualized attention.
Our dedicated and experienced staff, knowledgeable family support
team, and exceptional nursing care create a nurturing environment
where every student can thrive.
Collaborative Team Approach
At the Carter School, our transdisciplinary team works collaboratively
to provide a world-class education for our students. Speech-language
pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and teachers
of students with visual impairments work alongside educators to create
comprehensive learning opportunities, particularly in Augmentative and
Alternative Communication and Emergent Literacy.
By integrating their specialized expertise, our team enhances access,
support, and individualized instruction through direct IEP services,
ensuring every student can thrive.
Supportive Infrastructure
Our new onsite zero-entry pool creates a supportive, low-gravity environment
for aquatic therapy, helping students build strength, improve mobility, and
enhance overall well-being. Complementing this, our purpose-built half-court
gymnasium provides space for adapted physical education and community gatherings,
fostering both physical development and social engagement.
For transition-aged students, our vocational and occupational facility
bridges the gap to independence, offering hands-on opportunities to develop
essential job skills in real-world, community-based settings.