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Lt. Joseph P. Kennedy Institute/Kennedy School

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  • 801 Buchanan St NE, Washington, DC 20017
  • Special Needs Schools
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About Lt. Joseph P. Kennedy Institute/Kennedy School

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About Lt. Joseph P. Kennedy Institute/Kennedy School

At Lt. Joseph P. Kennedy Institute/Kennedy School, we specialize in providing educational services for children, ages 6 – 22, with disabilities, such as Autism, Intellectual Disabilities, Emotional Disabilities, Learning Disabilities, and Traumatic Brain Injuries. Our unique approach features small classrooms, with no more than seven students per class, and three staff members, creating a supportive and team-based environment. We strive to ensure that each student receives the individualized attention and care they need to thrive.

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Online therapy is ideal if you:
  • have a busy or changing schedule,
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Services

Working hours

Closed

9:00 am - 6:00 pm

  • Monday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm

  • Tuesday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm

  • Wednesday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm

  • Thursday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm

  • Friday

    9:00 am - 5:00 pm

  • Saturday

    Closed all day

  • Sunday

    Closed all day

  • Local time

    02/16/2026 7:40 am

Languages

  • English

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Contact Phone number is (202) 281-2700.
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