About

Our Founder

DONALD J. DE SANTO  was a school psychologist and a certified school administrator. He founded The Rugby School at Woodfield in 1977. At that time, The Rugby School at Woodfield was approved by the New Jersey State Department of Education to accept learning disabled and behaviorally challenged students.

"Provide a nurturing environment for special education students to maximize their potentials while exploring their unique abilities."

Donald J. De Santo
Founder of The Rugby School at Woodfield

Dolores De Santo, Mr. De Santo's daughter, assumed the role of

Executive Director in September of 2006. Together with her staff, she has continued her father's

 legacy with pride.

Accreditations

Approved by the New Jersey Department of Education

Approved by the New Jersey Department of Vocational Education

Associations

  • Member of ASAH
  • Member of the National Association of Private Special Education Centers (NAPSEC)
  • Member of The College Board, New York, NY
  • Member of the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC)
  • Member of Children and Adults With Attention Deficit Disorders (CHADD)
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