School Address: 40 Armington St Allston MA 2134
School District: Boston
County: Suffolk County
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Horace Mann School for the Deaf, located at 40 Armington Street in Allston, Massachusetts, is notable for being one of the oldest public schools for the deaf in the United States. Founded in 1869, the school is part of the Boston Public Schools system and provides a comprehensive educational program tailored to meet the needs of deaf and hard-of-hearing students. The school emphasizes a bilingual-bicultural approach, incorporating both American Sign Language (ASL) and English into its curriculum to foster effective communication and learning. The programs are designed to cater to students from early childhood through high school, focusing on academic achievement, social development, and preparation for post-secondary experiences. The school collaborates with families and communities to create a supportive learning environment and offers various services, including speech and language therapy, audiology services, and transition planning to help students succeed beyond their school years.