Hawkswood School

Since 1976, Hawkswood School in Eatontown, New Jersey has delivered specialized education to more than 3,000 students aged 3 to 21 with complex, multiple disabilities, including autism. The private, state-approved institution offers a comprehensive suite of services—autism support, developmental disability programs, challenging behavior management, school-to-work transitions, family counseling, speech and language therapy, and occupational therapy—tailored to each learner’s unique needs. What sets Hawkswood apart is its individualized, empowering approach that fosters self-expression and community contribution, supported by a campus environment inspired by the vigilant, patient red-tailed hawk. The school’s culture of respect and collaboration with families and districts reinforces its reputation as a trusted partner in special education.