named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
CORE Program
Supports children who struggle with social connections by developing readiness skills for learning in group settings through relationship-based interventions.
Consultation & Training Center
Offers professional development workshops and training for educators and service providers on topics including autism, behavior management, and inclusive curriculum development.
Special Education & Evaluation
Provides free evaluations for children suspected of developmental delays, including psychological, speech, language, occupational, and physical therapy assessments, leading to Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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Admissions Outreach and Enrollment Support 1 activity
- Administer admissions and financial aid to promote equitable accessManages a structured admissions process including inquiry forms, parent tours, and in-person playdates for applicants and their children. Offers financial aid to increase socio-economic diversity and support retention, particularly for kindergarten-bound students.
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Early Childhood Developmental Evaluation and Screening 1 activity
- Deliver early childhood evaluation and special education intervention servicesProvides comprehensive developmental evaluations and early intervention services for children with suspected delays, including psychological assessments, educational observations, and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) updated quarterly and submitted annually to the Committee on Preschool Special Education. Special education itinerant teachers collaborate across teams to implement goal-directed activities.
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Parenting Education and Support Programs 1 activity
- Deliver parent consultation and family support servicesProvides individual and small group consultation for parents on child development concerns and partners with families to support skill generalization between home and school settings.
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Community Resource Navigation and Support Services 1 activity
- Ensure equitable access through outreach and inclusion policiesServes children and families regardless of race, gender, religious belief, or socio-economic status, with targeted outreach to disenfranchised families to connect them to legally entitled services and promote inclusive enrollment.
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Play-Based Early Childhood Education 1 activity
- Operate inclusive preschool programs with Montessori and early intervention integrationRuns a model inclusive preschool for children aged 2.6 to 5 years, integrating Montessori education with early intervention services for children with diverse learning styles and developmental needs. Programs include daily morning and afternoon classes, extended-day options (8:30am–2:30pm), and a summer program from mid-June to mid-August.
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Early Childhood Education & Development Programs 1 activity
- Prepare children for successful transitions to next educational settingsSupports children’s long-term academic success by building foundational early learning skills and preparing them for smooth transitions to subsequent school environments.
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Before and After School Childcare 1 activity
- Provide extended care and flexible scheduling options for familiesOffers fee-based extended care options including Early Bird (from 8am), Late Bird (until 4pm), and Later Bird (until 5:30pm) to support working families and enhance accessibility of preschool services.
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Autism & Neurodiversity Education Workshops 1 activity
- Provide professional development and training for educators and service providersOffers workshops and consultation to parents, educators, and professionals across New York City on topics including autism spectrum disorder, positive behavior management, curriculum development, classroom collaboration, learning styles, occupational therapy interventions, and identifying at-risk behaviors.
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Social Skills Development for Neurodiverse Youth 1 activity
- Support school readiness and social skill development through targeted programsOffers the CORE Program and other structured supports to help children struggling with social connections develop readiness skills for group learning, including attending to teachers, peers, and materials across multiple environments such as classrooms, sensory gyms, and outdoor spaces.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$3.37M
Contributions & grants$238K7%
Program service revenue$3.04M90%
Investment income$91K3%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$4.03M
Program expenses82%
Admin / overhead18%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$3.24M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$4.58M
Cash$1.95M
Investments$29K
Liabilities$4.12M
Net assets$459K
Liquid reserves5.9 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -8.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| KATY HILL | EXECUTIVE DI | 35 | $137K |
| MELISSA GILBERT | TEACHER | 35 | $127K |
board members · 8
- BRIAN DEPASQUALE — BOARD MEMBER
- DARNELL CARR NEWSUM — BOARD MEMBER
- JULIAN RAMPELMANN — CO-PRESIDENT
- KATHRYN APPLING — BOARD MEMBER
- LOUISA DE GAETANO — TREASURER
- MANDY WYNN — BOARD MEMBER
- MICHAEL FEDERMAN — CO-PRESIDENT
- YABOME KABIA — SECRETARY
relationships · 32
Who they work with
- American Montessori Society Network — Associate Member of The American Montessori Society.
- American Montessori Society Network — Member School of the American Montessori Society.
- Berkeley-Carroll School Partner — Feeder relationship: Rivendell students have transitioned to this school.
- Brooklyn Friends School Partner — Feeder relationship: Rivendell students have transitioned to this school.
- Brooklyn Heights Montessori School Partner — Feeder relationship: Rivendell students have transitioned to this school.
- Committee on Preschool Special Education Government — Submits Individualized Education Programs annually and conducts evaluations under its framework.
- Department of Education Government — Receives evaluations funded by the Department of Education and conducts assessments under its auspices.
- Gateway School Partner — Feeder relationship: Rivendell students have transitioned to this school.
- International School of Brooklyn Partner — Feeder relationship: Rivendell students have transitioned to this school.
- Katy Hill Government — Director Katy Hill leads Q&A sessions following school tours.
- P.S. 10 Partner — Feeder relationship: Rivendell students have transitioned to this public school.
- P.S. 107 Partner — Feeder relationship: Rivendell students have transitioned to this public school.
- P.S. 118 Partner — Feeder relationship: Rivendell students have transitioned to this public school.
- P.S. 133 Partner — Feeder relationship: Rivendell students have transitioned to this public school.
- P.S. 217 Partner — Feeder relationship: Rivendell students have transitioned to this public school.
- P.S. 261 Partner — Feeder relationship: Rivendell students have transitioned to this public school.
- P.S. 295 Partner — Feeder relationship: Rivendell students have transitioned to this public school.
- P.S. 32 Partner — Feeder relationship: Rivendell students have transitioned to this public school.
- P.S. 321 Partner — Feeder relationship: Rivendell students have transitioned to this public school.
- P.S. 58 Partner — Feeder relationship: Rivendell students have transitioned to this public school.
- P.S. 8 Partner — Feeder relationship: Rivendell students have transitioned to this public school.
- Packer Collegiate Institute Partner — Feeder relationship: Rivendell students have transitioned to this school.
- Poly Prep Lower School Partner — Feeder relationship: Rivendell students have transitioned to this school.
- Professional organizations Network — Staff maintain memberships in professional organizations to stay current in the field.
- Rosalie Woodside Partner — Point of contact for inquiries about the CORE program
- School and Student Service for Financial Aid (SSS) Partner — Uses SSS to review family financial information and recommend contributions toward educational expenses as part of the financial aid application process.
- So Lee Partner — Admissions Coordinator at Rivendell School who can be contacted to begin the admissions process.
- St. Ann’s School Partner — Feeder relationship: Rivendell students have transitioned to this school.
- The Children’s School Partner — Feeder relationship: Rivendell students have transitioned to this school.
- The Cooke Center for Learning and Development Partner — Feeder relationship: Rivendell students have transitioned to this school.
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strategies · 6
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Collaborative Individualized Support Modelmethodology: collaborative_individualizationBy using a team-based approach that integrates educators, families, and service providers, we produce more effective support for children with special needs, because shared perspectives lead to more holistic, tailored interventions.
- Early Intervention Theory of Changemethodology: early_interventionBy identifying developmental delays early and implementing timely interventions, we produce better long-term outcomes for children and families, because early neuroplasticity and environmental responsiveness amplify impact.
- Inclusive Education as Social Developmentmethodology: inclusive_educationBy integrating children of diverse abilities, learning styles, and socioeconomic backgrounds into shared classrooms, we foster mutual respect and lifelong community belonging, because daily interaction with difference builds empathy and social cohesion.
- Need-Based Financial Inclusionmethodology: socioeconomic_inclusionBy providing financial aid based on demonstrated need, we increase socioeconomic diversity and support kindergarten retention, because equitable access ensures that all families—regardless of income—can participate in high-quality early education.
- Play-Based Experiential Curriculummethodology: play-based_learningBy using play as the primary mode of learning, we support holistic child development, because experiential, hands-on engagement fosters cognitive, emotional, and social growth more effectively than direct instruction in early years.
- Relationship-Based Learning Foundationmethodology: relationship-based_learningBy cultivating strong, trusting relationships between children, educators, and families, we produce deeper engagement and more effective learning, because relational security enables emotional and cognitive development.