Birch Behavioral Therapy
749 E Industrial Park Drive, Manchester, NH 03109
Michelle McInnes
Lorin Caffelle
Phone: (603) 600-7418
Population Served:
Students with behavioral, emotional, and developmental support needs (special education)
School Profile:
Gender:
Co-educational
Approved grades:
K through 6 (Department of Education approved special education placement)
Number of days open:
10-month school year plus additional 25-day Extended School Year (ESY) in summer
Program:
Day program providing specialized instruction and behavioral support
Capacity:
25
Location and Facilities:
The facility is located in Manchester NH; includes classrooms, therapy rooms, and spaces configured for academic, behavioral, speech, OT, etc.
Admissions Procedures:
Referral or special education placement by NH school districts, screening and evaluation, IEP alignment
Programs and Services:
• Special education instruction tailored to each student
• Behavioral supports and interventions
• Speech-language services
• Occupational therapy
• Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) oversight
• Multi-disciplinary team collaboration
• Summer ESY (extended school year) services
Additional Information:
The school emphasizes strength-based learning, functional communication skills, adaptive skills, and promoting independence.
History and Philosophy:
Birch Academy is approved by the NH Department of Education as a special education placement. Its philosophy centers on individualized, evidence-based approaches to learning, combining academic, behavioral, emotional supports, and focusing on the whole child.
Updated September 29, 2025
