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New York State School for the Blind

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New York State School for the Blind

2A Richmond Avenue
Batavia NY 14020
Toll Free:
877-697-7382
Main:
585-343-5384 ext. 205
Hours:
M-TH 8:00AM-4:00PM.
F 8:00AM-3:30PM.
Disabilities Access:

Accessible.

* Provides residential programming for students who are legally blind and have developmental disabilities.

  • Works in collaboration with outside agencies including the NYS Commission for the Blind. 
  • Students receive both Regents based classroom instruction and alternate education based on cognitive, social, and developmental abilities.

Eligibility: Ages 5-21 years. Legally blind and have at least one additional developmental disability. Reside more than a 50-mile radius from the school.

Application Process: Visit Website. Must have a referral. By appointment. Call for more information.

Required Documentation: Proof of legal blindness and disability.

Fees: No fee for services.

Coverage Note: New York State.

 

New York State School for the Blind is a residential and day school for legally blind children and youth residing in New York State.