Comprehensive connections between education and treatment.

The OLV Education division offers specialized, individualized educational services for youth residing on our campus,

supporting youth ages 11 to 21 from all over Western New York.

We bridge the gap with RTF treatment teams to ensure that we provide a person-centered, trauma informed learning environment for our students. All students receive highly-structured, individualized academic instruction in self-contained classrooms with up to eight students with one certified teacher and two classroom behavior health specialists.

Dedicated staff foster a trauma-sensitive environment that encourages growth, safety, responsibility, and respectful learning. We begin with the end in mind, with a goal to return the student to their school district, completion of high school, enrollment in college or preparation for employment. 

OLV Residential School is conveniently located at 125 Martin Rd in Lackawanna. Call (716) 828-7701 for more information.  

• A 12-month schedule based on the Lackawanna School District calendar
• Staff trained in the use of Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) designed to provide them with skills, knowledge and confidence in working with children in crisis
• Individual student counseling on a weekly basis 
• Our academic curriculum follows guidelines and expectations of the New York State Department of Education  
• Vocational learning and Work Based Learning for students ages 14 and older
• Interconnectivity of services at OLV Human Services means students have access to other specialized staff, services, and support