About Us

Our History

In 2001, Quintilian School opened its doors with programming that centered on individuals with learning and social differences including but not limited to ADHD/ADD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Anxiety Disorders, and OCD.

Our name comes from the Latin orator Marcus Fabius Quintilianus, who lived in the first century. He is one of the first advocates for individualized education for children.

Mission: Through very small group and one-to-one instruction, Quintilian is a secure, positive, and nurturing environment in which children can learn and grow.

Vision: Each child is unique in their needs, thought processes, and learning styles and are motivated in different ways. Children should be accepted, appreciated, nurtured, and challenged according to their individual needs.

Meet Our Staff

 

Laura DeSousa
OCT, CYW, MST

Michelle Ratkowski
OCT, BEd

Megan Wyer
OCT, BEd

 

Andy Robertson
OCT, BEd

Natalie Nicholson
CYW

Erol Agaolglu
CYW

 

Terry Thompson
OCT, BEd

Jody Clue
CYC

Ashley Hughes
CYC

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Quintilian In Action

 
 

Testimonials

What Others Say About Us

 
Testimonials
- Chris Everdell, Occupational Therapist

“In the single school year that 3 of my clients attended Quintilian, I have seen enormous growth. I feel this is due to the excellent academic program and ability of the staff to use the recommendations from health care professionals on a daily basis.”

- Heather Mitchell, Parent

“When we came to Quintilian we were stressed, tired, and defeated by the public school system. Almost magically life was transformed. My son became eager to go to school. I knew at Quintilian he was receiving the educational supports he required, and experiencing success with learning. But it was more than that…he developed friendships, he played, he had fun. (It still makes me teary-eyed when I think about that first winter at Quintilian, and the night I had to sew his snow pants - 5 years in the public school and his snow suits never looked like they had been worn…why would they when all he did during those years was sit on the bench and watched the other kids play). I would have to say though that what stands out the most about my son since he first walked through the door of Quintilian is the self esteem, and the confidence that he has developed…he feels good about himself…he’s happy. Some people say my son is a different child since Quintilian came into his life…I think my son was able to become who he really is at Quintilian.”

- Kelly Clark, Parent

“I have seen my son’s confidence and grade level increase in just one year. The teachers at Quintilian are supportive of my son’s needs. The ratio of teachers to students make it much more focused to his needs. Quintilian has done more for my son in two years than he accomplished in six years in the public school system.”