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Welcome to Clarke in Northampton, MA

Clarke offers programs and services for infants and children who are deaf or hard of hearing and their families, as well as an audiology clinic.

Clarke in Northampton, MA

We are committed to helping children reach their full potential.

Clarke offers tVisit Teleservices and Mainstream Services for children of all ages who are deaf or hard of hearing and their families. Please note that the Preschool and K-8 Programs were discontinued at the end of the 2024 school year due to low enrollment in the Northampton area. 

Clarke in Northampton, MA is also the site of our audiology clinic, the Clarke Hearing Center.

Programs & Services

Clarke has programs and services for all ages.

From newborns to seniors, we offer a continuum of services providing customized education and care to people with hearing loss.

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The service, education, support and compassion that we are receiving from Clarke gives us the belief that regardless of his hearing loss, our son will pursue his dreams and completely fulfill all of his potential.

Clarke has programs to fit your needs.

Whether you want to maximize the early language development of your baby or access services for your child in a mainstream school, we can help. We also have an audiology clinic where we complete hearing evaluations, service audiological equipment and more.

tVisit® Teleservices Program

Clarke offers a full range of Listening and Spoken Language (LSL) services virtually, for children from birth through high school and their families. Learn More

Mainstream Services

The Mainstream Services team serves children of all ages, families, general educators and administrators—both remotely and in mainstream classrooms—and includes itinerant teachers of the deaf, speech-language pathologists, educational audiologists and more. Learn more about our Mainstream Services below. Learn More

Auditory, Speech and Language Services

Clarke's speech-language pathologists and teachers of the deaf work with students from preschool through high school, providing the listening and spoken language skills they need to succeed. Learn More

Educational Audiological Services

Our educational audiologist supports students in the mainstream to ensure they have optimal technology to provide access in all learning environments.
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Clarke Hearing Center

Trusted by patients in the Pioneer Valley since 1974, Clarke’s award-winning, community-based hearing clinic supports clients of all ages.
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Audiology Services

The Clarke Hearing Center has licensed professionals to evaluate hearing loss and provide hearing aids and other assistive devices. The clinic provides audiological, patient-centered care to infants, children, adults and families. Learn More

Trainings & Workshops

Families learn strategies and build confidence to support their child’s learning and communication. This includes professional development opportunities that benefit collaborating service providers through in-service events. Learn More

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Mainstream Services

The Mainstream Services team was established in Northampton in 1977 and includes a fleet of experts. We have itinerant teachers of the deaf, speech-language and audiological services, transitional planning and more. Learn More

Itinerant Teacher Services

We have a team of teachers that serves students from preschool through high school. Our Mainstream program offers services both virtually and in-person. Learn More

Speech, Language Services

Speech-language pathologists work with students from preschool through high school. We help students develop the listening and spoken language skills they need to succeed socially and academically. Learn More

Educational Audiological Services

Educational audiologists support students in the mainstream. We ensure they have optimal technology and modifications to provide auditory access to information in all learning environments. Learn More

Transitional Planning Services

Ease transitions into mainstream school settings. Our mainstream professionals help prepare both the student with hearing loss and the staff to be successful within the school setting. Learn More

Consulting Services

Experienced teachers of the deaf provide support and training to school professionals, families and students with a variety of personalized services. Our consulting services incorporate strategies to enhance each student’s communication and prepares the school to create an environment in which our students will thrive. Learn More

Contact us
Contact us at info@clarkeschools.org or 413.584.3450 to learn more about any of our programs.
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How students are funded

Students served by Clarke’s Mainstream Services team are typically funded in partnership with their hometown school districts. We will work with the student’s IEP team to assist with placement and service delivery decisions. Our tVisit Teleservices fees vary. Insurance, district and school reimbursements may be available, and some families may qualify for partial or full financial aid. Private pay options are also available. 

Clarke admits children who are deaf or hard of hearing and provides services to our families regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age or disability. 

A high-quality, specialized education is within reach.

Contact us at info@clarkeschools.org or 413.584.3450 to learn more about any of our programs.

For Current Families

Forms, Policies, Handbooks

Clarke Speaks Up Blog

Clarke Speaks Up features upbeat stories from the Clarke community as well as up-and-coming news from our professionals in the field. 

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Contact Clarke in Northampton, MA

Voice: 413.584.3450

Fax: 413.587.0383

Jenny Sophis, Development and Communications Manager
Email: jsophis@clarkeschools.org

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Our professionals are here to help.

Please contact any of our locations to learn more about Clarke’s broad array of programs and services.