Ädelbrook Academy in Bloomfield
A Personalized Learning Environment for Ages 9-22 with Autism
The Ädelbrook Academy in Bloomfield offers personalized, student-centered education for students with autism, intellectual, and developmental disabilities. This state approved private special education program encourages academic success, emotional growth, and greater independence in a nurturing setting.
Meeting the Needs of Diverse Learners
At Ädelbrook Academy in Bloomfield, our comprehensive programming is tailored to support students with a range of learning, communication, social, behavioral, and intellectual challenges. Our curriculum aligns with Connecticut Core State Standards while meeting each student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals. The Bloomfield Academy is designed to empower students to achieve greater independence, within a compassionate learning community that offers hope and holistic care.
Explore How Ädelbrook Can Support Your Student’s Growth & Future Success
Small Class Sizes
With low student-to-staff ratios, students at Ädelbrook receive the individualized attention they need to thrive. At the Bloomfield Academy, our low teacher-to-student ratio ensures personalized support and a stronger learning experience.
Extended School Year (ESY)
The Extended School Year (ESY) is a 7-week program that combines structured learning with community engagement, allowing students to continue developing academically, socially, and emotionally during the summer months.
Work Study and Vocational Training
Students gain real-world experience through onsite and offsite vocational opportunities. With supported on-site experiences and working with local businesses, students build practical skills for future employment.
Comprehensive Curriculum
Our lessons follow Connecticut Core State Standards, and offer adaptive physical education, art, and music classes.
Enrichment Classes
Our enrichment classes are guided by student interests and designed to build real-world skills. From cooking, to STEM instruction, and Fitness and Yoga, students gain confidence, creativity, and hands-on experience beyond the classroom.
ADA Compliant Adaptive Campus
Students benefit from a single-level space with sensory hallways and an outdoor playground—all designed for accessibility and inclusion.
Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS)
PBIS is a tiered system that promotes both academic and behavioral success. Students are recognized and rewarded for positive behavior through a point-based system. These points can be “cashed in” daily for preferred items or experiences, helping reinforce good choices in real time. School-wide incentives include student council, town hall meetings, assemblies, whole-school events, and “Magic Fridays,” all designed to build a supportive, engaging school culture.
Empowering Every Student to Succeed
Technology-Enhanced Learning
Each classroom features SMART Boards and personal devices like iPads or Chromebooks to support our primarily online curriculum. We also use assistive technology and communication tools to support diverse learning needs and ensure every student can engage, connect, and thrive.
Preparing for the Future
We collaborate across all academies to support smooth transitions and provide a continuum of care from Pre-K through age 22. In Bloomfield, we focus on helping students generalize skills across settings to prepare for success in less restrictive environments—and for life beyond the classroom
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Announcements
Ädelbrook's 30th Annual Golf for Kids Tournament Presented by Liberty Bank and Brown & Brown
Ädelbrook Behavioral and Developmental Services will host its 30th Annual Golf for Kids Tournament presented by Liberty Bank and Brown & Brown on September 10th at Lyman Orchards Golf Course in Middlefield, CT.
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Ädelbrook Employee Awarded TANGO Rising Star Scholarship at Yard Goats Nonprofit Night
An Ädelbrook employee was presented with a Rising Star Scholarship by The Alliance for Nonprofit Growth & Opportunity (TANGO) during Nonprofit Night at the Hartford Yard Goats recognizing his professional growth and commitment to the children and families he works with.
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From First Shift to Leadership: A Rising Star at Ädelbrook
When Roni arrived in the United States from Nigeria in 2018, he knew little about behavioral health, autism or the work that would one day define is career. He was looking for stability, a place to work, and a way to build a life in a new country. At Ädelbrook, he found all three.
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