At a Glance
A Specialized Haven Where Children with Autism Thrive Through Integrated DIR/Floortime and ABA Approaches
Families seeking a specialized, therapeutic-rich environment for a child diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder or a developmental disability, who believe in an integrative approach combining relationship-based Floortime with structured behavioral support. Parents who value having speech, occupational, and physical therapy embedded in the school day — rather than as separate appointments — will find this model particularly convenient. The school is ideal for families in or near Midwood who want a program that addresses the whole child across social, emotional, physical, and academic domains.
- One of the few schools in Brooklyn integrating both DIR®/Floortime and ABA methodologies into a cohesive program
- On-site therapeutic services including speech-language pathology, occupational therapy, and physical therapy — eliminating the need for external appointments
- Serves exclusively children with ASD and developmental disabilities, creating an environment where all students share similar support needs
- Rolling admissions with no deadline, which is especially valuable for families who may need to transition their child during the school year
- Tuition of $45,000 represents a significant investment — families should verify what, if any, auxiliary costs exist for therapies or materials
- The school serves only elementary grades (PK-5), so families will need to plan for a transition to a different program for middle school
- As a specialized school serving children with specific developmental needs, the environment is intentionally different from mainstream private schools — this is a feature, not a bug, but it may not suit every family
- While parent reviews are overwhelmingly positive, they represent a self-selected sample; visiting the school and observing a classroom is essential
Imagine Academy is a specialized private school exclusively serving children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and developmental disabilities from pre-kindergarten through 5th grade. With a single tuition of $45,000 for 2025-26, the school provides an integrated therapeutic and academic program that few others in the area offer.
Parents who have enrolled their children at Imagine Academy describe the experience as transformative for their families. In online reviews, parents consistently use language like "gift" and express deep gratitude for staff who genuinely understand their children's learning styles. The school appears to foster strong partnerships with families, with parents noting that care and competence extend beyond the school day.
Midwood is a residential Brooklyn neighborhood known for its family-friendly atmosphere and diverse population. With a family density score of 58 out of 100, it's a place where many families with children put down roots. The neighborhood offers a mix of single-family homes and apartment buildings, along with local shops and parks.
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What Parents Are Saying
Parents describe the school as a gift to their families, praising the uniquely integrative approach that combines ABA and DIR/Floortime methodologies. Parents note staff work together to understand children's learning styles and needs with competence and care that extends beyond the school day.
Synthesized from public parent reviews · Apr 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is IMAGINE ACADEMY a good school?
- Published quality ratings aren't available for IMAGINE ACADEMY yet on Motley. It's a private school serving grades Pre-K to 5 in Midwood.
- What grades does IMAGINE ACADEMY serve?
- IMAGINE ACADEMY serves grades Pre-K to 5.
- How do students get into IMAGINE ACADEMY?
- IMAGINE ACADEMY runs its own private admissions process — typically an application, a visit, and sometimes testing.
- Is IMAGINE ACADEMY public, charter, or private?
- IMAGINE ACADEMY is a private school.
- What neighborhood is IMAGINE ACADEMY in?
- IMAGINE ACADEMY is in Midwood, Brooklyn.
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