Our Approach
to Education

Leading the way to bright futures
what drives us

We're driven by our belief that all children deserve to lead independent and purposeful lives

For more than 30 years, Cooke has been an innovative education leader in Special Education while setting the standard for best practices in this segment of schooling. Our success with students is the result of putting the following ideals into practice.

Cooke’s programming has become the norm for quality Special Education in NYC. We’ve pioneered the work in transition planning and off-site education over the years, grown through innovative faculty, maintained strong leadership, and cultivated community and parent partnerships. 
Above all else, the boundless potential of Cooke’s students is paramount.
our approach

Explore the seven pillars of our approach

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Is Cooke the right fit for you?

Ensure your child has a secure future with Cooke. Applications for 2025-2026 will be available in October 2024. You can also schedule a tour to visit our school and experience Cooke in person.
NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATORY POLICY AS TO STUDENTS
Cooke School and Institute admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, and athletic and other school-administered programs.

Planning Giving

Legacy giving is very important to Cooke’s sustainability.  Please contact Michael Eaton at Advancement@Cookeschool.org for more information.

Through the Affinity Membership Program, TD Bank will make an annual contribution to Cooke School based on the activity of all participating members’ TD Bank accounts.

Eligible accounts include:

  • Checking – Business & Consumer

  • Savings

  • Money Market

  • Certificate of Deposit

  • Retirement

If you are already a TD Bank customer, please visit any one of their locations and ask to have your balances included as part of the Cooke’s Affinity Membership Program (code: A1923).

Please see the Affinity Membership Program flyer for more information.