Why JCOS?

A Catholic Education for Students with Learning Differences

The John Cardinal O’Connor School is dedicated to providing the benefits of a Catholic education to children with learning differences. The school empowers children to thrive academically, spiritually, emotionally and socially in our supportive school community. Children of all faiths are welcome.

A Catholic school for children who learn differently located in Irvington, NY, JCOS is dedicated to providing an affordable learning experience backed by a skilled teaching staff. Our instructors are highly adept in special education programs and applications, including Orton-Gillingham Methodology such as Preventing Academic Failure (PAF), and the Judith Hochman Writing Method. We use multisensory teaching techniques to give every student the tools that he or she needs to gain scholastic ability and social proficiency.

Our commitment to well-rounded schooling for students with learning differences has made our private Catholic school one of the foremost in Westchester County. We look forward to the opportunity to help your children acquire important life skills during these critical years. Please feel free to contact us with your questions and concerns.