The Douglass School Program serves children ages 3 to 21 diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder using the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) with emphasis on the development and generalization of instructional readiness, self-control, functional communication, social skills, functional academics, prevocational skills, and independent adaptive living skills. Functional behavioral assessment is the cornerstone for all behavior interventions. 

• Class size and staffing ratio that allows for one to one and small group instruction.

• Oversight by Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA-D and BCBA).

• Intensive support model available for individuals with more significant behavioral needs.

• Parent training and support services (observations, clinics, home consultation as needed).

• Job sampling and post-secondary transition services available.

• Adaptive physical education provided by a certified teacher.

• Speech and language services provided by licensed Speech Language Specialists

General Information

Location:  25 Gibbons Circle, New Brunswick, New Jersey, 08901 and 151 Ryders Lane, New Brunswick, NJ 08901 

Phone:  848-932-9137 (Gibbons Campus) or 848-932-4500 (Ryders Lane Campus)

Referrals: Send to the Director, DDDC, 151 Ryders Lane, New Brunswick, NJ 08901-8557 or call 848-932-4500

Operating Hours:  8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.  Administrative staff are available: 8:15 a.m. tp 3:45 p.m. Students/Clients attend the program from 9:15 a.m. to 2:45 p.m.

Calendar: View the 2023-2024 DDDC School Program Calendar

Preview: 2024-2025 DDDC School Program Calendar

Download: DDDC Remote Instruction Plan 2023-2024