From the Admissions Team

Welcome, Prospective Tuttle School Families!

We know that finding the right school for your child can be overwhelming, so first, I want to thank you for your interest in The Tuttle School. We want to provide you with a positive experience learning about us and supporting you in your school decision.

The Tuttle School aims to provide children ages 5-25 with intellectual and developmental disabilities a safe and nurturing environment that celebrates their academic, social, and emotional differences while empowering them to reach their full potential.

Our families chose us for our focus on providing functional and age-appropriate academics in school and community settings. They also choose us for the safe and welcoming environment we offer to our students, allowing them to grow and learn in a protected environment until they are 25. We empower our students to learn new skills that promote independence.

We offer small classes with an average student-to-teacher ratio of 9:1. Students are placed in blended classes that are tailored to their individual needs by matching them with the most suitable class based on their skills and the best-skilled, extensively trained teacher.

We look forward to meeting your family and getting to know you better so that we can support you in taking your next steps to success! The first step and the best way to learn more about us is to take a tour. We invite you to schedule a tour to see the magic, answer your questions, and understand more about what goes on here at Tuttle.

Please take a look at our admissions process. We hope you will take advantage of our school tours to learn more about what The Tuttle School offers! Feel free to contact us at any time.

Thank you for your interest, and we look forward to meeting you soon!

Together in connection and thriving through confidence,

Mallary Lattanze, M.Ed., LDT, CALT

Director of Admissions

Ashley Ackerman, MFA

Admissions and External Relations Associate

The Admissions Process

Step 1

Schedule a Tour

Touring allows prospective families to learn more about our school, ask questions, and see students/teachers in action.
Schedule your tour today!

Step 2

Submit an Online Application

Login to the Admissions Portal to complete the application and submit a non-refundable fee of $300.
Access the Admissions Portal.

Step 3

Upload Documentation

Completed Parent Questionnaire
School Record Release Form
Current Report Card
Testing/Evaluations - Completed Within the Past Two Years
- We encourage you to obtain an evaluation as soon as possible since the process can take several weeks.
Psycho-educational / F.I.E (Full Individualized Evaluation), which includes:
- Cognitive Testing
- Academic Achievement
- Comprehensive, professional interpretation of test scores and a relevant diagnosis
- Professional recommendations for classroom accommodations
Speech & Language and/or Occupational & Physical Therapy Evaluation, if administered
Assessment of Psycho-Social Functioning if administered or upon request

Step 4

Receipt of Documentation

Once all documentation is received, the Admissions Office will evaluate the completed application and all required documents.
At the conclusion of the review process, an Admissions Office member will contact parents/guardians regarding the next steps. Please allow two weeks for review.

Step 5

Student Screening & Shadow Day

If placement is possible, applicants will be invited to a screening for approximately one hour with the Director of Tuttle School and a classroom teacher. The purpose of the screening is to observe students as they work with teachers and in small groups.
In addition, a speech and language pathologist may conduct a speech/language evaluation.
Once the applicant has been screened, a shadow day may be scheduled to observe the applicant for an extended period of time.

Step 6

Admissions Decision

A recommendation will be made after careful consideration of all observations and assessments.
If we are able to support your child’s needs, an enrollment contract will be offered.
If we are unable to support your child’s needs, alternative educational options will be suggested.

From the Admissions Team

The Admissions Process

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